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“We need to make sure we are using AI to fix the  problems it can”. At event “Towards Equity in Health” event, health practitioners and patients stressed the need to look outward to improve health equity. In a panel on digital and health equity, experts discussed technology’s role in tackling health disparities and the need for regulation in AI. Dr. Saira Ghafur emphasised that while AI isn’t a cure-all, it can help address specific health equity challenges. #HealthEquity #PublicHealth #DigitalHealth

Exposing the many intricate levels of social determinants of health highlights systemic inequities deeply rooted within society, necessitating a comprehensive approach beyond conventional healthcare interventions. We have to address the pivotal role of market access in addressing these disparities. Addressing and working to dismantle them promotes community health and strengthens the fundamental pillars of societal welfare, shaping a future where equitable healthcare access and opportunities are the norm for all individuals. We are working on these inequities at Perigee Market Access through our proprietary Disease Dashboards™ solution. Disease Dashboards uses advanced analytics, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to identify and evaluate health inequities in the disease-specific patient journey. #MarketAccess #Healthcare #SDOH #DiseaseDashboards

While algorithms in health care aim to reduce inequality and improve health care outcomes, a University of Pennsylvania study found race is often an unreliable variable in determining care, as it is always a proxy for something else, such as genetics or social determinants of health. In fact, some algorithms may still be contributing to disparities in care. These algorithms are only as good as the data that underlie them, necessitating mindful and transparent development of these tools. https://lnkd.in/e4n-Qh_u #digitalhealth #hygieia #healthdataequity #Philadelphiahealth

In conversations with #CommunityHealth leaders and #HealthEquity experts, one thing is clear: there’s immense potential to enhance #efficiency and #access in community-initiated care with #AI. Over 100 million people including seniors, families, and children have complex care needs funded by Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP. But here is the challenge: 🫂 600,000 "care coordinators" across health and public health systems are tasked to provide the knowledge, resources, and referrals needed for holistic care—spanning medical, dental, food, housing, and more. 🏋♂️ For this system to truly work, each care coordinator would need to manage 300 people. Without AI, even today's caseloads are proving to be #unsustainable, resulting in burnout, and people falling through the the Swiss cheese in our safety net. #AI can't do everything, but it can augment these dedicated human workforces, while providing greater engagement and support for individuals. Imagine if an organization with a deep local network could harness its intelligence and magnify their impact. Could we lift the quality of life? Could we reduce burnout and empower coordinators to do what they do best—to connect and guide care? That is the question. #AIForGood #HealthcareInnovation #SocialImpact #CareCoordination #CommunityHealth #MedicaidInnovation #ValueBasedCare #HealthTech #PopulationHealth #HealthEquity

An online #resource is in development to provide #riskassessments on #AI technologies for the health and #agedcare sector to ensure better outcomes for #consumers. #assistivetechnology #clinical #policy #resources #technology Annette Schmiede Digital Health CRC Sam Peascod Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care https://lnkd.in/eur2qPbS

Achieving health equity is a challenge, especially when your zip code can determine how healthy you are. As can your race, gender, sexual orientation, or education level. Social determinants of health such as these, drive 70% of health outcomes—but there are ways to close the gap. Quality improvement provides an opportunity for health plans to identify and address healthcare disparities tied to social determinants of health. With Arine's AI-powered medication intelligence platform, clinical teams get insights into the member’s specific needs, allowing them to more effectively tailor their interventions and address any barriers the patient may have to getting the right care. It is through increased personalization like this that we will get closer to addressing healthcare disparities and achieving health equity. 👀Read our latest blog post to learn more. https://hubs.li/Q02DMYNJ0 #QualityImprovement #HealthEquity #SDoH #AI #MedicationIntelligence

AccendoWave - A Pain #Data Company "It's not only inequities in access to the system, but then also differential experiences even within the system," said Samantha Artiga, vice president and director of the Racial Equity and Health Policy Program at KFF. When you look at health outcomes, "you will see persistent and long-standing disparities in health … really from the beginning of life to end of life." A Top 4 Global Health Equity Solution and Top 15 Global Remote Monitoring Company, AccendoWave, benchmarks objective brain wave pain data (specialty, gender, age) and has nine #pain databases: Emergency Department, Maternal Health, Oncology, MSK, Medical Surgical, ICU, #Women, Adults, #Seniors to eliminate bias, improve outcomes and reduce health care costs. If desired, AccendoWave can also create customized pain databases for partners that can be accessed on the Datavant platform.

Exciting News in AI for Aged Care and Health. This article introduces an online resource in development to provide risk assessments on AI technologies for the health and aged care sector to ensure better outcomes for consumers.

Diane Abbott: ‘Racism has no place in our digital health systems’ - Digital Health #DianeAbbott #RacismInDigitalHealth In a recent speech, Diane Abbott emphasized the importance of addressing racism in digital health systems. She highlighted the need for diversity and inclusion in healthcare IT to ensure equitable access to care for all patients. #DiversityAndInclusion Abbott called for increased awareness and education on racial bias in algorithms and data collection processes. She stressed the need for healthcare IT professionals to actively work towards eliminating discriminatory practices in digital health systems. #RacialBiasAwareness The speech also touched on the significance of cultural competence in healthcare IT, urging professionals to consider the unique needs of diverse patient populations. Abbott emphasized the role of technology in promoting health equity and reducing disparities in care delivery. #Cultural ai.mediformatica.com #health #equity #equitycharter #abbott #digital #digitalhealth #healthcare #about #acce #discrimination #racism #ayesharahim #healthit #healthtech #healthcaretechnology @MediFormatica (https://buff.ly/46lpUoL)

I've enjoyed seeing a recent emphasis on health equity among IT leaders. Read more on how AI and ML are playing a key role in advancing outcomes. https://gag.gl/PKvMfJ. 🌇 Tech is closing the gap in social determinants of health (SDOH) by helping us understand and address the non-medical factors that influence health outcomes. 🔍 With new diagnosis codes focused on SDOH, healthcare providers can now offer personalized care like never before, giving a complete picture of patient health beyond the clinical data. ⚕️ By embracing AI and ML, healthcare organizations are not just treating symptoms, they’re transforming lives and considering the whole person. #HIT #healthcare #SocialDeterminants #SDOH #PatientCare #Innovation