Our Blood Pressure

Our Blood Pressure      Blood pressure, the force exerted by circulating blood against the walls of our arteries, is a critical indicator of cardiovascular health. Often called the “silent killer,” high blood pressure or hypertension can lead to severe health complications, including heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. Understanding and monitoring our blood pressure […]

Quantum Computing

Quantum Computing      AI is still at the top of my list of technologies which will change the world, and it is already beginning to happen. Another transformative technology further out but which is beginning to get press coverage is quantum computing. Quantum computers promise to revolutionize industries ranging from artificial intelligence to drug […]

When Have We Seen Enough Drug Ads on TV?

When Have We Seen Enough Drug Ads on TV?      Ten years ago, I finished my doctorate in Health Administration and wrote Health Attitude: Unraveling and Solving the Complexities of Healthcare. One of the topics I wrote numerous magazine articles about and on-the-air interviews was about direct-to-consumer (DTC) TV advertising. I felt strongly about […]

Medical Imaging

    Medical Imaging      In 2016, Geoffrey Hinton, a prominent AI researcher, said we should stop training radiologists. He claimed it was “completely obvious” within five years; AI deep learning would outperform radiologists. There has been significant hype around AI in radiology, with more than a few predicting AI would soon replace radiologists […]