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- 1AI is increasingly deciding who receives medical careβAI is deciding whether or not people receive medical care
Insurers in the United States are using artificial intelligence algorithms to help decide whether to approve or deny coverage for medical care, including for patients in UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, Cigna and Humana plans. Vox's Good Medicine newsletter examines the practice, and critics warn the tools can wrongly delay or deny treatments that doctors consider necessary.
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A debate is growing over legal responsibility when artificial intelligence systems used in healthcare make harmful errors. The question of liability β whether it falls on doctors who follow AI recommendations, hospitals that deploy the tools, or the companies that build them β remains largely unsettled, prompting calls for clearer rules as AI adoption in medicine accelerates.
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The FDA has announced a new nationwide recall of a blood pressure medication, prompting the agency to urge patients taking the affected product to check their supply and consult their doctor or pharmacist. Further details, including the manufacturer, specific lot numbers, and the reason for the recall, have not been reported.
- 4Popular joint supplement glucosamine linked to faster Alzheimer's progressionβGlucosamine, a popular joint supplement, linked to faster Alzheimerβs progression | ScienceDaily https://www. sciencedai
New research reported by ScienceDaily suggests glucosamine, a widely used supplement for joint pain and arthritis, may be associated with faster progression of Alzheimer's disease. The finding is drawing attention because millions of older adults take glucosamine routinely, assuming it is harmless, and the results could prompt doctors and patients to reconsider its use.
- 5Doctors weigh in on the microdosing Ozempic trendβIs microdosing Ozempic safe? An obesity medicine doctor on the trend, the risks, and when a low dose makes sense
People are taking smaller-than-prescribed doses of Ozempic, known as microdosing, hoping to lose weight while avoiding side effects. An obesity medicine doctor says the practice carries risks, is not well studied, and that low doses only make sense in specific cases under medical supervision, warning against self-adjusting doses of the drug.
- 6Mixing Chinese medicine with Western drugs carries hidden risksβThe hidden risks of using Chinese medicine with Western prescriptions
The South China Morning Post reports on the hidden risks of combining traditional Chinese medicine with Western prescription drugs. The piece highlights concerns that herbal remedies can interact with pharmaceuticals, altering their effectiveness or causing harmful side effects, particularly when patients do not tell their doctors about everything they are taking. It calls for greater awareness among patients and practitioners about these potential interactions.
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Heidi, the Australian health AI company behind an AI scribe used by clinicians, says it is pursuing further deployments across Asia-Pacific health systems. The push signals growing regional demand for AI documentation tools that reduce administrative burden on doctors and nurses. Health sector observers are watching how quickly public hospitals and national services adopt the technology.
- 8Blood thinners cut atrial fibrillation risk by 69%βAtrial fibrillation patients saw 69% lower risk with common blood thinners
New research reported by ScienceDaily indicates that atrial fibrillation patients taking common blood thinners, or anticoagulants, saw a 69% lower risk of a serious outcome compared with those not taking the medication. The finding reinforces existing guidance that anticoagulation significantly reduces danger for people with the heart rhythm condition.
- 9Malaysian Medical Association Pays Tribute To Siti HasmahβSiti Hasmah Represented Finest Traditions Of Medicine β MMA
The Malaysian Medical Association has praised Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali, saying she represented the finest traditions of medicine. The tribute honours the doctor and wife of former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad for her contribution to healthcare and her standing as a role model for the profession in Malaysia.
- 10Morning Or Night: Best Time To Take Blood Pressure MedicationβMorning Or Night? What The Research Actually Says About When To Take Blood Pressure Medication
A new article reviews what scientific research actually says about whether blood pressure medication works better when taken in the morning or at night. The timing question matters for millions of patients managing hypertension, and findings have been debated, with some studies suggesting nighttime dosing benefits and others finding no meaningful difference. The piece aims to settle common confusion among patients and doctors.