Veterans Affairs Extends Oracle’s Electronic Health Record Contract for an Additional Month

Veterans Affairs Extends Oracle’s Electronic Health Record Contract for an Additional Month

The Department of Veterans Affairs is currently in negotiations with Oracle Cerner to modernize its aging medical records system. This initiative began in 2018 with a five-year contract, but has faced various challenges such as technical breakdowns, accessibility issues, and patient safety concerns. Oracle acquired Cerner in 2022 and promised to address these issues, but … Read more

Google’s ‘AI Recommendations’ suggests adding glue to pizza sauce and promotes ‘health benefits’ of tobacco for tweens

Google’s ‘AI Recommendations’ suggests adding glue to pizza sauce and promotes ‘health benefits’ of tobacco for tweens

Google’s AI-powered search engine is facing criticism for generating search results that are being described as unreliable and bizarre. Critics have pointed out instances where the AI recommended adding glue to pizza sauce and touted the health benefits of tobacco to children. This controversial feature, known as “AI Overviews,” automatically generates summaries for complex user … Read more

One Year Transformation: AWS Partner Kokomo24/7 Revolutionizes Los Angeles Unified School District’s Health Data System | Amazon Web Services

One Year Transformation: AWS Partner Kokomo24/7 Revolutionizes Los Angeles Unified School District’s Health Data System | Amazon Web Services

In May 2022, the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the second largest school district in the United States, faced challenges with their COVID tracking and health data system. The system was clunky, difficult to customize, and expensive to maintain for a student population of over 500,000. LAUSD administrators sought proposals for a managed service … Read more

Analyzing Nvidia’s Earnings: A Look at the Tech Market’s Health

Analyzing Nvidia’s Earnings: A Look at the Tech Market’s Health

In a recent discussion, Northwestern Portfolio Director Matt Stuckey delved into the various factors affecting the stock market amidst the spotlight on Nvidia’s earnings report. As tech giants like Google and Amazon showcase their substantial investments in artificial intelligence, there is anticipation for Nvidia to maintain its leading position in the industry post-earnings release. Federal … Read more

First local case of influenza recorded by HPE health unit

Hastings Prince Edward Public Health is urging residents to get their flu vaccinations as the region confirms its first flu case. The flu vaccines are available at healthcare providers and HPEPH pharmacies and clinics, reducing the risk of serious illness and protecting vulnerable populations and the healthcare system. In a public notice, the health unit … Read more

Region’s HPE health unit records four fatalities from COVID-19

Health officials from Hastings Prince Edward Public Health have reported an increase in high-risk COVID-19 cases in the region, with 64 new cases being recorded. Additionally, there are now 84 active high-risk cases, up from the previous count of 82. The region has also seen four new deaths attributed to the virus, bringing the total … Read more

Oracle’s $28 Billion Bet on Cerner’s AI-Powered Health Records System Goes Awry – Oracle (NYSE:ORCL)

Oracle’s  Billion Bet on Cerner’s AI-Powered Health Records System Goes Awry – Oracle (NYSE:ORCL)

Oracle Corporation took a significant risk when they acquired Cerner Corporation for 28 billion dollars, aiming to revolutionize healthcare by integrating Cerner’s electronic medical records system with Oracle’s AI models. However, the implementation of Cerner’s system has been associated with patient deaths, posing a serious liability for Oracle. Cerner’s electronic health records (EHR) system, utilized … Read more

The Hidden Benefits of Grok: How Empathy Enhances Mental Health

In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, empathy seems to be an often overlooked quality. We are constantly bombarded with messages encouraging productivity, efficiency, and success, leaving little room for understanding and compassion towards others. However, research suggests that empathy plays a pivotal role in enhancing mental health, leading to a deeper sense of well-being and … Read more

Taming Cloud Costs Helps Combat Global Health Crisis

Taming Cloud Costs Helps Combat Global Health Crisis

Share “Taming Cloud Costs Helps Combat Global Health Crisis” on Twitter Share “Taming Cloud Costs Helps Combat Global Health Crisis” on Facebook Share “Taming Cloud Costs Helps Combat Global Health Crisis” on LinkedIn When the COVID-19 pandemic forced dramatic changes on the global healthcare system, hospitals, clinicians, and medical staff increased their reliance on digital … Read more