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🖥 The NHS is facing challenges in understanding the prevalence of OCD in the UK due to data gaps, as highlighted by a recent study from OCD Action. The lack of data collection hinders treatment planning and outcomes for individuals with OCD. The charity is urging the government to prioritize data collection and improve access to treatment for OCD patients.
💉 US regulators have expanded the label for Novo Nordisk’s obesity drug Wegovy to include heart-related benefits, potentially increasing demand and insurance coverage for the treatment. Novo is awaiting a decision on a similar label expansion in Europe.
👍 Mayo Clinic researchers have introduced hypothesis-driven AI algorithms to enhance disease understanding and treatment strategies, particularly in cancer research.
🙁 Sheba Medical Center partners with ARC Innovation Center and KPMG to develop “Liv,” an AI platform aimed at improving accessibility to mental healthcare. The platform offers personalized experiences through natural language processing, enhancing efficiency and user experience.
🛌 St Andrew’s Healthcare and Loughborough University are launching a sleep study to improve insomnia in patients with complex mental health conditions, aiming to identify factors for better sleep quality.
❓ Did you know that…
A survey by Taking Care reveals that discussions about elderly care requirements with parents are lacking in the UK, highlighting the need for more open conversations on this topic.
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The emergence of digital therapeutics offers innovative solutions for chronic disease management, yet healthcare professionals have been slow to adopt these products. Learn more in this insightful article from Medcitynews.com.
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