Fri.Dec 08, 2023

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The Feigned Complexity of Simple Things

Ben White

From Humankind: A Hopeful History by Rutger Bregman: That’s right, Buurtzorg [a nurse-led home healthcare organization] is better for patients, nicer for employees and cheaper for taxpayers. A win-win-win situation. Meanwhile, the organisation continues to grow. Every month, dozens of nurses leave other jobs to sign on with Buurtzorg. And no wonder: it gives them more freedom and more pay.

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As 'Star Trek' predicted, needle-free vaccines are possible, thanks to ultrasound

Health Imaging

The vaccine delivery method relies on an acoustic effect called "cavitation" to deliver such pharmaceuticals.

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Complexity of radiology exams has skyrocketed

AuntMinnie

The complexity of radiology exams should be considered a driving force over numbers of exams when estimating radiology workloads, according to research presented November 29 at RSNA 2023 in Chicago. In a study at a tertiary imaging center in Sweden, investigators found that the data in CT and MRI studies for radiologists to interpret increased up to six times between 2009 and 2022, while the numbers of exams “only doubled,” said Tomas Bjerner, MD, PhD, of Linkoping University.

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Medical radioisotope supply chain faces future crisis, Nuclear Energy Agency warns

Health Imaging

O utdated infrastructure and a lack of young people entering the field are both impacting the security of critical isotopes such as molybdenum-99.

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Testing Innovations in Cancer: How to evaluate and use new technologies

Amidst rising cancer prevalence and soaring costs, new cancer technologies and innovations are emerging to support the early detection, treatment, and surveillance of cancer. Read this guide to understand how to evaluate these solutions for your employees and members – and to learn more about the current state of coverage, clinical and cost effectiveness, and impact on quality and outcomes.

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Pneumonia on CT? Consider additional imaging so as not to miss cancer

AuntMinnie

Organizing pneumonia can hide underlying lung cancers in up to 10% of cases, and repeat imaging in the form of PET/CT -- and additional biopsy -- should be considered in patients with high clinical suspicion of malignancy, researchers have reported. Suspicion of malignancy may be prompted by avid uptake of the radiopharmaceutical FDG on PET/CT imaging, according to study results delivered on November 27 at the RSNA meeting.

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RSI predicts early response to chemotherapy in breast cancer

AuntMinnie

Restriction spectrum imaging (RSI) is a suitable method for evaluating neoadjuvant therapy response early for breast cancer, suggest findings presented December 6 at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium. In her presentation, Maren Andreassen, MD, PhD, from the University of California, San Diego discussed her team’s work, which found that a novel RSI cancer tissue classifier predicted response to neoadjuvant therapy after three weeks.

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House lawmakers pass bill to blunt radiologist pay cut in 2024

Radiology Business

Several MD members of Congress are co-sponsoring the “Physician Fee Schedule Update and Improvements Act.

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Mammography AI model performs well in screening populations

AuntMinnie

A mammography-based AI model showed good and generalizable performance across European populations, according to study results delivered December 7 at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium in Texas. Presenter Mikael Eriksson, PhD, from Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, Sweden, shared findings that showed the performance of his team’s AI model, which captured nearly one in three clinically relevant stage 2 and higher breast cancers in high-risk women with a negative mammogram.

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Ergonomics for Radiologists with Disabilities: Tailoring Accessible Workspaces

vRad

How well does your workstation and platform meet your needs to work efficiently, effectively, and without frustration? In my five years working with radiologists as a trainer on the vRad platform, I observed a wide range of needs and backgrounds. This experience highlighted a critical, yet often overlooked, aspect in our field: the need for accessible workstations tailored for radiologists with disabilities or other physical limitations.

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Maximize Your Radiology Center’s Performance With Specialized Scheduling

Patient-centric scheduling can only be achieved through optimized radiology workflows, effective communications between staff and physicians, and, of course, through specialized schedulers. In this guide, we’ll take you through a step-by-step process to transform your radiology center into a high-performance hub of medical imaging.

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Siemens Healthineers Introduces Acuson Maple Workhorse Ultrasound System

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 12/08/2023 - 07:37 December 8, 2023 — Siemens Healthineers introduced the Acuson Maple¹, a powerful, versatile, and affordable ultrasound system that enables rapid diagnosis and assessment in all clinical settings. Artificial intelligence (AI)-powered features optimize everyday clinical performance for users of all skill levels. Powered by Acuson technology from the company’s established portfolio, the Acuson Maple is designed for the clinician who needs a workhorse ultrasound sys

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What a New Mammography Study Reveals About BMI, Race, Ethnicity and Advanced Breast Cancer Risk

Diagnostic Imaging

In a new study examining population attributable risk proportions (PARPs) based on data from over three million screening mammography exams, researchers found that postmenopausal Black women had the highest BMI-related PARP and premenopausal Asian and Pacific Islander women had the highest breast density-related PARP for advanced breast cancer.

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AI Identifies Non-Smokers at High Risk for Lung Cancer from Single Chest X-Ray

MedImaging Radiography

A new study has found that an artificial intelligence (AI) tool is capable of identifying non-smokers at high risk for lung cancer by analyzing routine chest X-ray images.

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AI takes the reins in deep-tissue imaging

Medical Xpress: Radiology

Artificial intelligence is finding more and more applications every day. One of the newest is in the biomedical field, using AI to control and drive single-molecule microscopy in ways no human can. The result is a landmark capacity of nanoscale optical imaging deep into tissue—visualizing 3D ultrastructure of the brain circuitry and plaque-forming amyloid beta fibrils in healthy and diseased brains, promising insights into autism and Alzheimer's disease.

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The Employers Guide to Controlling Cancer

About 40% of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime, and patients are getting younger. At the same time, the cost of treatment continues to rise, with employers spending 8.5% more on cancer care for each employee than they did last year. The best thing employers can do for their employees and business tomorrow is to invest in cancer detection and care today.

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Bering Limited Secures FDA Clearance for AI-Based Chest X-Ray Triage Solution

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 12/08/2023 - 07:45 December 8, 2023 — Bering Limited, a London-based medical AI company, today announced it received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) 510(k) clearance for its AI-powered chest X-Ray triage solution, ‘ BraveCX’. With the FDA clearance, the company is now able to commercially provide the AI solution to medical professionals and healthcare institutions in the U.S.

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BLS Employment Situation Report: November 2023

MRI Network

Once again, all eyes were on the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) monthly Employment Situation survey for signals on where the overall economy is headed. And once again this morning’s survey indicated the economy may emerge from a period of high inflation into a soft landing. The report shows the economy continues to generate new jobs albeit at a gradually slower rate than previous months when factoring in November growth in government jobs and a return of striking auto and entertainment industr

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Large volume of radiologist reporting-backlogs an ‘urgent global issue’

Radiology Business

Anecdotal reports indicate that radiologists are struggling to keep up with rising demand, but researchers sought to better quantify this crisis.

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Breakthrough nanobody technology against liver inflammation

ScienceDaily

Researchers have developed a technique based on nanobody technology to prevent liver inflammation. Nanobodies, or single-domain antibodies, are fragments of antibodies that can selectively bind to a specific antigen. Because they are simple to produce and react in very specific ways, they are often used in various biotechnological, therapeutic and diagnostic applications.

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Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color

Discover how Color's comprehensive care solution is revolutionizing cancer screening adherence and knowledge. Through an in-depth case study, Color's unique approach to comprehensive cancer care has shown significant benefits in increasing screening rates and enhancing patient knowledge. Participants reported a 2-3x increase in adherence to screening guidelines over just 8 weeks, with 84% of participants increasing their familiarity with timing and frequency of cancer screening.

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Philips'-managed CT consortium receives CAD grant

AuntMinnie

Philips’ public-private partnership COMBINE-CT consortium has received a $6.5-million-euro grant ($7 million U.S.) from the Innovative Health Initiative (IHI). The consortium will use the grant to investigate the use of CT to improve diagnosis and treatment outcomes of coronary artery disease (CAD) in Europe, according to the firm. The goals of COMBINE-CT include increasing the use of coronary computed tomography angiography; opening data silos between hospital departments involved in the care o

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In Focus: Mammography and the Empowerment of Women through Health Awareness (Bihar, Supaul, Siwan, Vaishali, West Champaran, Sheohar)

Future Teleradiology

MRI-Scan-Teleradiology Introduction: Mammography is in focus as a powerful tool for the empowerment of women through health awareness. This blog sheds light on how mammography plays a pivotal role in raising health awareness, enabling women to take charge of their well-being and advocate for their breast health. Chapter 1: A Focus on Empowerment – The Significance of Mammography in Women’s Health: Start by understanding the pivotal role that mammography plays in empowering women to t

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NYU researchers build an MRI machine in 4 days

AuntMinnie

New York University researchers and faculty have built a functional MRI machine in just four days at the inaugural MRI4ALL Hackathon. It took a set of 990 magnets arranged to produce a stable field, loops of wire for spatial encoding of the magnetic resonance signal, a radio frequency transmitter and receiver, and software to control the components and display images, according to a news release from event host NYU Langone Radiology.

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GE HealthCare Expands On-Device Triage Capabilities of Critical Care Suite with FDA Clearance of Algorithm for Pneumothorax Detection, Notification, Triage and Diagnosis

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 12/08/2023 - 07:54 December 8, 2023 — GE HealthCare announced an industry - first US FDA 510K clearance of Critical Care Suite 2.1 featuring a Pneumothorax (PTX) algorithm for the detection, notification, triage and diagnosis of PTX. The updated PTX algorithm expands Critical Care Suite’s on-device triage capabilities by providing immediate notification of the presence or absence of pneumothorax, as well as an overlay display both on-device and in PACS to assist with PTX localiz

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From Prevention to Survivorship: How HR Can Support Employees Facing Cancer Diagnoses

Explore the latest insights from the American Cancer Society's “Cancer Statistics 2024” report, which unveils multiple alarming trends in cancer data. Cancer is on the rise among young adults, and diagnoses for 6 of the 10 most common cancers are escalating. With over 2 million new cancer cases projected in the U.S. this year, employers face increased challenges when it comes to supporting employees.

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Building a Reskilling Program

MRI Network

Many employers today are facing major skills gaps – where the skills an organization needs don’t match up with the skills the workforce possesses. Recruiting efforts, of course, play a big role in helping organizations face these challenges, and learning and development leaders can step in by crafting scalable reskilling programs that ensure the viability of their talent into the future.

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Medical student learning to use ultrasound discovers own cancer

Health Imaging

The 27-year-old was being scanned in front of her classmates when a nodule was found on her thyroid.

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Registration Aide (part-time)

Lake Medical Imaging

Job Type: Part-time Front Desk position; will also cross-train in Patient Aide duties. Monday through Wednesday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (24 hours) Requirements: Customer Service Medical office experience helpful Basic computer skills Ability to multi-task Valid driver's license High school diploma/equivalent Benefits: Robust benefits package Paid Time Off Competitive salary Please note that, [.

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Breathe Easy: November and Lung Cancer Screening Awareness

Intermountain Medical Imaging

Hey there, health warriors! As we cozy up in our sweaters and enjoy the crisp fall air, there’s one important thing we can’t afford to overlook—November is Lung Cancer Screening Awareness Month! So, let’s chat about why this matters, and how it could be a game-changer for your health. Lung cancer is a sneaky opponent, often showing no symptoms until it’s in advanced stages.

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?