Mark Melchionna

News Writer at Xtelligent Healthcare Media

Shortmeadow MA

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Few Executives Establishing Strategies for Highly Trusted AI

Aug 11, 2023 | healthitanalytics.com | Mark Melchionna

By Mark MelchionnaAugust 11, 2023 - Research from Bain and Company indicated that although health executives acknowledge the capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI), many struggle with prioritization. This led researchers to create a list of guiding principles to assist with this issue. The end of 2022 led many hospitals to a negative financial margin. Common reasons were the pandemic effects, limited staffing, and inflation.
NIH Grant Funds Efforts to Advance At-Home Cancer Care

Aug 10, 2023 | mhealthintelligence.com | Mark Melchionna

Source: Getty Images By Mark Melchionna August 10, 2023 - The Managing Symptoms and Psychological Distress During Oral Anti-Cancer Treatment grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is and other organizations in expanding cancer management at home through new technology. “More and more of the care provided by the nation’s cancer centers is moving into patient homes,” said Tracy Crane, PhD, RDN, Sylvester’s director of Lifestyle Medicine, Prevention and Digital Health, and one of...
Google, ChatGPT: Inadequate Dementia Resources Despite Strengths

Aug 9, 2023 | healthitanalytics.com | Mark Melchionna

By Mark MelchionnaAugust 09, 2023 - A new study from the University of California, Riverside (UCR) indicated that Google and ChatGPT contained positive features such as up-to-date and nonbiased information. When used effectively, these tools can provide resources for Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Clinical Decision Support Tools Did Not Reduce CVD Disparities

Aug 8, 2023 | healthitanalytics.com | Mark Melchionna

Source: Getty Images By Mark MelchionnaAugust 08, 2023 - According to a new study, using clinical decision support (CDS) tools in various care quality metrics, such as aspirin use and blood pressure control, did not reduce healthcare disparities among cardiovascular disease (CVD) patients. This finding prompted the need to test the different interventions. The study defined CDS tools as electronic health records (EHR) prompts, standing orders, and clinical registries.
Black Women are Open to Mental Health Services Via Mobile Technology

Aug 8, 2023 | mhealthintelligence.com | Mark Melchionna

By Mark Melchionna August 08, 2023 - Using survey data on patient attitudes toward mental health services and depression screening, a new study indicated that Black American Women are comfortable with using voice or video calls to communicate with mental health providers.
Telehealth Use During the PHE Presented Challenges, Opportunities

Aug 7, 2023 | mhealthintelligence.com | Mark Melchionna

Source: Getty Images By Mark Melchionna August 07, 2023 - A new study described the relationship between virtual and primary care that emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic. The publication includes information on how survey data provided details on its benefits and disadvantages. While innovation is necessary for effective healthcare, it can suffer due to limited resources. In modern healthcare, many innovative strategies are electronic or digital. Without proper technology and training,...
HHS Attributes Record Low Uninsurance Rate to ACA Enrollment

Aug 7, 2023 | healthpayerintelligence.com | Mark Melchionna |Kyle Murphy

By Mark Melchionna August 07, 2023 - Following the Affordable Care Act (ACA) open enrollment period that concluded in January 2023, the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) reported that uninsurance among American adults plunged, breaking previous records.
Wearable Ultrasound Scanner Detects Interval Breast Cancer

Aug 4, 2023 | mhealthintelligence.com | Mark Melchionna

By Mark Melchionna August 04, 2023 - MIT News described a wearable ultrasound scanner attached to the bra to detect interval breast cancer, capturing images similar to medical imaging center probes. According to the press release, breast cancer survival rates largely depend on early detection.
Deterioration Index Model Modestly Predicts Patient Outcomes

Aug 3, 2023 | healthitanalytics.com | Mark Melchionna

Source: Getty Images By Mark MelchionnaAugust 03, 2023 - A new study found that although the use of the Deterioration Index (DTI) within the hospital setting provided modest results, it inconsistently s handled various demographic groups. Researchers concluded that further validation is needed for this model. Deterioration refers to mechanical ventilation, intensive care unit transfer, or death within the hospital.
Scalable Tools Assisted Domestic Violence Risk Assessment

Aug 2, 2023 | healthitanalytics.com | Mark Melchionna

By Mark MelchionnaAugust 02, 2023 - A new study effectively detects those at the highest risk of domestic violence re-offenses. This data would be valuable in allocating treatment toward malleable risk factors among high-risk patients. According to the study, about one-third of women and girls experience domestic violence at least once.