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Most Ohioans oppose tax breaks for data centers, poll finds

Most Ohioans oppose tax breaks for data centers, poll finds

More than 70% of likely Ohio voters oppose tax breaks for new data centers, according to a Suffolk University/USA TODAY Ohio Network poll.
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Wearable AI Predicts Prolonged Sitting in Women with Chronic Pelvic Pain, Enhancing Digital Healthcare Design

Wearable AI Predicts Prolonged Sitting in Women with Chronic Pelvic Pain, Enhancing Digital Healthcare Design

Researchers at Mount Sinai have developed an artificial intelligence system that can forecast prolonged sedentary periods in women suffering from chronic pelvic pain. This system utilizes activity, heart-rate, and sleep data collected from Fitbit devices to predict inactivity an hour in advance, rather than merely recording it after the fact. The findings, published in the peer-reviewed journal npj Women’s Health, suggest a shift towards proactive digital healthcare tools. The research involved analyzing data from 134 women with chronic pelvic pain, primarily endometriosis, and 61 healthy comparison participants. A notable aspect of the study was that relatively simple and interpretable AI models performed as accurately as more computationally intensive deep-learning approaches, indicating that complex AI is not always superior for practical healthcare applications. This lightweight model design could potentially operate directly on a wearable device or smartphone, reducing the need to transmit sensitive h...
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PROBE Project Leverages AI and Big Data to Transform Osteoarthritis Research and Clinical Trials

PROBE Project Leverages AI and Big Data to Transform Osteoarthritis Research and Clinical Trials

The PROBE (Patient Relevant Osteoarthritis Endpoints using Big Data Evaluation) project, established within the European Innovative Health Initiative (IHI), is utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to revolutionize osteoarthritis (OA) research and clinical trial design. This collaborative effort involves 28 public and 11 industry partners from 15 countries, integrating diverse OA datasets within a decentralized federated infrastructure. The project aims to overcome challenges in OA drug development, such as disease heterogeneity and slow progression, by enabling advanced analyses across vast datasets while maintaining data at its source. PROBE will apply modern AI/ML approaches to gain insights into OA progression, treatment response, and patient stratification, ultimately improving prediction of disease outcomes and treatment effects. The initial focus is on knee OA, with plans to expand to other joints.
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The secret to using AI without getting dumber

The secret to using AI without getting dumber

ChatGPT brain isn’t inevitable.
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Ohio deer hunting season opens with big numbers

Ohio deer hunting season opens with big numbers

Early results easily pushed past the initial harvest report from a year ago.
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American Medical Association Launches New Podcasts Addressing Healthcare Topics

American Medical Association Launches New Podcasts Addressing Healthcare Topics

The American Medical Association (AMA) has launched a series of new podcasts designed to provide compelling research, discussions, and opinions on various medical and patient care topics. These podcasts include 'Health vs. Hype with the American Medical Association,' which critically examines wellness trends, and 'AMA News Wire,' offering daily headlines on the AMA Recovery Plan and physician-focused news. Other new offerings include 'AMA Morning Rounds,' featuring top stories in medicine and public health, and 'AMA Update,' covering a range of healthcare issues from COVID-19 to advocacy. Additionally, the AMA is introducing 'AMA Thriving in Private Practice' to support physicians with business skills not taught in medical school, and 'AMA Catalyzing Change in MedEd' to explore innovations in medical education.
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Ohio gas tax is suspended today. Here's who will benefit and who won't | Opinion

Ohio gas tax is suspended today. Here's who will benefit and who won't | Opinion

The gas tax holiday has started but have Ohioans been punked?
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Trump rallies in Ohio to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate race against Sherrod Brown

Trump rallies in Ohio to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate race against Sherrod Brown

President Donald Trump is taking his midterm tour to Ohio, a battleground state with a crucial Senate race
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Columbus window and door pros for energy efficient upgrades

Columbus window and door pros for energy efficient upgrades

Find vetted Columbus window and door contractors skilled in energy efficient and draft reducing installations.
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Inside SpaceXAI's Mid-South footprint: Land, leases, incentives, jobs

Inside SpaceXAI's Mid-South footprint: Land, leases, incentives, jobs

A look at the number of incentives SpaceXAI has received in Memphis and Southaven, and the economic impact of the company's data centers.
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AdvaMed to Host The MedTech Conference 2026 in Boston, Focusing on Industry Innovation and Patient Access

AdvaMed to Host The MedTech Conference 2026 in Boston, Focusing on Industry Innovation and Patient Access

AdvaMed to Host The MedTech Conference 2026 in Boston, Focusing on Industry Innovation and Patient Access
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Gates Foundation Pledges Long-Term Focus on African Health, Emphasizing AI Integration

Gates Foundation Pledges Long-Term Focus on African Health, Emphasizing AI Integration

The Gates Foundation has announced a long-term commitment to African health, with a significant portion of its spending over the next two decades directed towards the continent. Boniface Njenga, the foundation's deputy director for health in Africa, stated that this commitment aims to reduce preventable deaths among mothers and children and strengthen African health systems. A key aspect of this initiative is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and other technologies to enhance primary healthcare. One specific project, 'Horizon 1000,' plans to introduce AI-supported tools to 1,000 primary healthcare clinics. The goal is to decrease administrative burdens on health workers, allowing them more time for patient care. Njenga emphasized that AI should augment, not replace, human health workers and must adhere to national regulations. He also stressed the importance of African governments maintaining control over these developing systems, ensuring they are designed, financed, and maintained to remain...