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Enjoy 30% off Digital Health Canada's Core Health Informatics Course Bundle—all summer long. This essential course is structured into seven virtual modules, each focusing on a key domain of health informatics. Learn more (and start learning) at https://ow.ly/c52250Sxhc8

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In the latest issue of Full Scale, learn about an organization that is dedicated to reducing unnecessary tests and treatments in Canada. Pharmacy teams are encouraged to explore Choosing Wisely Canada’s resources and recommendations and consider how reducing unnecessary tests and treatments could benefit the health and well-being of patients ▶️ https://lnkd.in/g3rCtKrh

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Just a little graphic #organisation #chart for a leading #Canadian provider of #healthcare services. Get your #PowerPoint #presentations sorted by the #professionals, right here. #templates #HealthcareInnovation #ProfessionalDevelopment #businessservices

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🇨🇦 **Exciting Legislative Update for Canada's Healthcare Sector!** 🇨🇦 Discover how Bill S-284, the National Framework on Heart Failure Act, is set to revolutionize heart failure care in Canada. From promoting early detection to enhancing technological integration and equitable access, this comprehensive framework could change the lives of thousands of Canadians and streamline our healthcare system. Don't miss out on this critical analysis of the bill's potential impact on healthcare providers, patients, and technology innovators. 📊📱 Read more to stay ahead of the curve! ⬇️

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#ALLIN 2024 Topics: AI for the healthcare sector 🏥 Join us for a deep dive into how AI is transforming Canada's healthcare sector. This session features expert healthcare leaders, project and startup trailblazers and researchers who will discuss the latest AI applications in diagnostics, patient care, and medical research. Learn how AI is revolutionizing health outcomes, driving a higher quality of care, enhancing efficiency, and shaping the future of healthcare in Canada and beyond. Join us in Montreal on September 11 and 12 for Canada's largest event dedicated to AI. Book your spot 👉 https://lnkd.in/eWCcq-cr #ALLIN #ALLIN2024 #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #TechInnovation #canada #AI ALL IN is an initiative of SCALE AI | Grappe d’innovation mondiale du Canada en IA, co-organized with CEIMIA and Mila - Institut québécois d'intelligence artificielle.

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ANNOUNCEMENT 📢 :  DIGITAL announces its largest investment to advance AI-powered technologies for the healthcare sector – Health Compass II Today, we announced our largest investment with innovative Canadian health tech companies and researchers to advance the development and deployment of AI-powered technologies to better support healthcare providers and enhance patient outcomes. Led by ORX in collaboration with a pan-Canadian team of Tali AI, HEALWELL AI, Phelix.ai, WELL Health Technologies Corp. (TSX: WELL) and Simon Fraser University (SFU); DIGITAL’s investment in the Health Compass II project will introduce an innovative suite of four AI-driven modules to increase patient engagement, reduce administrative burnout, assist healthcare providers with documentation and enhance clinical decision-making. These modules will be integrated through an Electronic Medical Record (EMR)-agnostic mobile app to further advance patient engagement. Our investment of $15.3M to support the Health Compass II consortium is being leveraged by investments from the project partners into a total project value of $44M. This new commitment builds on our original $3.1M investment in 2022, which demonstrated the potential of an AI-powered ecosystem to transform Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) via WELL’s EMR leveraging ORX’s predictive AI technology and Tali AI’s AI Assistant. "Artificial intelligence presents a transformative opportunity for healthcare professionals to innovate and enhance patient experiences, and Canada is at the forefront of this pivotal field. Our government is proud to champion the Digital Technology Cluster as it collaborates with industry partners and researchers to reshape the delivery of healthcare services for Canadians." - Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry. To learn more, read our press release: https://bit.ly/4bARXSe

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Big News! 🎉 Phelix.ai is excited to announce our participation in DIGITAL's largest investment to date: the Health Compass II project. In collaboration with ORX, Tali AI, HEALWELL AI, WELL Health Technologies Corp. (TSX: WELL), and Simon Fraser University (SFU), this $44M initiative aims to revolutionize healthcare with AI-powered technologies that: 🔹 Enhance patient engagement 🔹 Reduce administrative burnout 🔹 Improve clinical decision-making This transformative project will introduce a suite of AI-driven modules integrated through an EMR-agnostic mobile app, pushing the boundaries of patient care and provider support. "Artificial intelligence presents a transformative opportunity for healthcare professionals to innovate and enhance patient experiences, and Canada is at the forefront of this pivotal field." - Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4bARXSe #healthcareinnovation #AI #digitalhealth #patientcare #PhelixAI

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🌱 The 20th edition of the TELUS Health Annual Conference featured an insightful discussion on the evolution of healthcare technology, including the practical application of AI in health benefits and advancing healthcare interoperability. Check out this summary article to learn more about how AI is reshaping healthcare: https://bit.ly/3zoGwj1. #HealthBenefitsTrends

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🚀Check out how MedEssist is transforming Canadian healthcare through pharmacies! “This is an important time to consider how we can leverage other healthcare providers to relieve some of the stress on our healthcare system.” - ✨Joella A. At the recent BetaKit Town Hall, our CEO shared insights on the complexity of navigating federal and provincial health systems, as well as the importance of empowering healthcare workers in decision-making at a time when healthcare workers are constantly being asked to take on more. With Canada having such a diverse population, having a “one size fits all” approach makes things more complex than needed, and layers undue stress on our unsung heroes, including pharmacists. MedEssist is tackling major challenges by supporting pharmacies with clinical, operational, AI and business solutions. By optimizing pharmacy workflows, utilizing strategic AI-implementation and integrating technology solutions, MedEssist helps streamline administrative tasks, allowing pharmacists to focus more on patient care. This efficiency translates to shorter wait times, faster service, and ultimately, improved patient satisfaction.💊 To help address this issue, we are empowering pharmacists, in partnership with Nurse Practitioners (NP) or Medical Doctors (MD), to assess and prescribe for up to 30-plus more conditions. Participating pharmacies receive access to interactive clinical workflows enabling you to assess and provide prescriptions for more minor conditions on the spot and improving access to critical healthcare for Canadians across the country. Let's give our healthcare providers the tools they need to succeed!🛠 Check out the article below in the comments! #MakeEveryDoseCount #BetaKit #PharmacyAI

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🔬 Discover the Convenience of Rapid Strep Tests at Your Pharmacy! 🔬 Did you know that across Canada, pharmacies are embracing rapid point-of-care tests to provide immediate health solutions? At Spectrum MDX, we are proud to support this shift with our state-of-the-art rapid strep tests. Achieve lab-quality results in just 10 minutes and boost patient satisfaction with our efficient and convenient testing solutions. 👉 Simple Steps for Rapid Results: 1. Collect a throat swab. 2. Dispense the swab into the buffer solution. 3. Read results in 5 minutes – as quick as a Covid rapid antigen test! 💚 Eco-friendly design with minimal plastic use and no bulky reagents. 💡 No expensive equipment is needed. 📈 Increased customer satisfaction through streamlined services. Empower your pharmacy with our cost-effective, rapid POC tests and provide optimal care without the overhead. Ready to enhance your services and impact patient care positively? 🌟 Experience the Spectrum MDX Difference: Quick results, seamless integration, and no upfront costs. 👇 Learn more about how our rapid strep tests can revolutionize your pharmacy: https://lnkd.in/enZ6dacE Join us in advancing healthcare solutions. Order your rapid strep tests today and make a meaningful difference in healthcare delivery! #RapidTesting #HealthcareInnovation #StrepThroat #PharmacySolutions #SpectrumMDX

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How do we ensure patients receive support while waiting for long-term care placements? Caredove, Partners Community Health, Careteam Technologies, and Mississauga Health partnered up to solve just this. Check out how they are making access to care easier. #IDHSstories

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Navigating the landscape of #accessibility legislation in Canada can be complex. This is a great overview of provincial and federal legislation including #AODA and #ACA.

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There are just a few weeks left until the Halton Foundation opens its grant application process! Mark your calendars for Monday, July 1st, 2024. If you are connected with a non-profit organization dedicated to researching and improving human well-being in indoor environments, or one that develops innovative solutions for better indoor environmental quality, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Please share this information with relevant organizations and help spread the word by sharing this post! #wellbeingbyhalton #grantopportunity #fundingopportunity #research #iaqresearch

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Looking forward to seeing Vipan Nikore MD, MBA, FACP tomorrow and listening to this conversation about how AI will inform the future of healthcare. #healthmatters

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Modernizing data by leveraging the interoperability functionality of FHIR® to drive automation and enhance efficiency, creates a higher quality of care for everyone while reducing administrative burden. Check out this op-ed by Duncan Weatherston to see what he has to say about optimizing Canadian healthcare with the power of information. Read it here - https://lnkd.in/g2yq893P #BetterGlobalHealth #interoperability #healthIT

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🔍 Exploring Ontario's Respiratory Virus Data: A Vital Resource for Public Health As a upcoming startup in the public health sector, staying informed about respiratory virus activity is crucial for effective decision-making. Fortunately, Ontario offers a valuable resource in the form of the Ontario Respiratory Virus Tool. The Ontario Respiratory Virus Tool serves as a cornerstone in the fight against respiratory illnesses, empowering healthcare professionals with the data and insights needed to safeguard public health. Let's continue to utilize this invaluable resource in our collective efforts to combat respiratory viruses and ensure the well-being of our communities. The Pandemic may be long gone, but the threats for human life still exist. Nine deaths were reported in recent week due to Covid-19 alone. This raises a very big question are we equipped to face another pandemic? Its a definite no. Situations like this fuels our innovation at Saaflite Inc. #Healthcare #PublicHealth #Ontario #RespiratoryViruses #Epidemiology #DataAnalysis Do explore the tool using following link. https://lnkd.in/gDWUqVFN

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At a press conference today, experts in a wide range of cancers and other critical diseases – including breast, lung, prostate, and cervical cancer demanded changes to Canada's Preventative Services Task Force, stating outdated screening guidelines are putting Canadians’ lives at risk. Here is what the experts had to say: “The consequences are grim,” said radiologist Dr. Shiela Appavoo, “Current guidelines often limit access to critical life-saving screenings and result in later stage diagnoses of disease. Later diagnosis is associated with greater suffering, death and increased treatment costs.” “Outdated task force decisions on screening often lead to late diagnoses resulting in unnecessary suffering for patients and significant costs to our healthcare system,” said Dr. Fred Saad, director of Prostate Cancer Research at the Montreal Cancer Institute/ CRCHUM. “There is an urgent need to improve strategies leading to earlier diagnosis and treatment for men at risk of suffering and early death due to prostate cancer." “Late diagnosis is prevalent, and low dose CT screening can substantially change this and significantly improve survival,” said Dr. Paul Wheatley-Price, associate professor at the University of Ottawa faculty of medicine and past president of Lung Cancer Canada. “The task force needs to urgently update their guidelines so as not to continue to be a barrier to implementing a life saving program. Despite out-of- date task force recommendations, not supported by experts, provinces are going ahead and opening screening programs anyway as they recognize the importance.” The Coalition for Responsible Healthcare Guidelines is calling for restructuring of the Canadian task force and reform of its guidelines. The group says an accountability structure must be created to oversee the task force’s work, and that this work must include the meaningful involvement of experienced experts and greater transparency in the development of responsible healthcare guidelines. Thank you Dense Breasts Canada for leading the charge.

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