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Last update: 10 hours agoHome-Health Tech Recognition: WellSky’s “Scribe for Home Health” won MedTech Breakthrough’s Home Healthcare Innovation Award, using ambient listening plus an AI voice assistant to draft visit notes and guide clinicians through any remaining questions. Public Health & Policy: In Malaysia, a High Court allowed a judicial review over a 2023 decision to exempt nicotine liquids and gels from the Poisons Act; the health ministry says it will appeal, arguing enforcement had failed amid widespread youth access. Infectious Disease Watch: A hantavirus cruise-ship outbreak is drawing renewed attention; U.S. officials stress no documented human-to-human spread in the country. Global Health Cooperation: Kenya hosted a workshop on accessible medical imaging with China-Africa partners, aiming to expand diagnostic capacity using imaging, AI, and digital health. Cardiometabolic Focus: World Hypertension Day spotlights rising high blood pressure in India, especially among younger people. Local Medicaid Signals: West Miami medicine claims rose to $254,878 in 2024, while Deerfield Beach alcohol/drug treatment jumped to $2.34M.
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