December 2012

Wired Health Conference: The Power of Information Technology in Healthcare

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Wired Health Conference: The Power of Information Technology in Healthcare Summary The Wired Health Conference aims to bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, and influencers to explore the intersection of technology and healthcare. This blog post will cover the conference’s introduction, where Thomas Goetz, the executive editor of Wired, discussed the conference’s history and how data can …

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Fitbit Zi: A Review of the Features and Functionality

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Fitbit Zi: A Review of the Features and Functionality Summary In this Q&A article, the hosts of the Gadget Lab Show review the Fitbit Zi, a fitness tracker that counts steps, tracks calories, and measures distance traveled. They discuss the device’s live feedback feature, and how it connects to phones and desktop computers. They also …

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The Complexities of Drug Development: A Q&A Discussion

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The Complexities of Drug Development: A Q&A Discussion Introduction At one point or another, most people have taken prescription medication to treat an illness. However, few fully understand the complexities involved in the process of bringing a new drug to market. In this Q&A discussion, we explore the challenges and nuances of drug development through …

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Why Athletes Keep Getting Better and Better – A Look Into Breeding, Training, and Technology

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Why Athletes Keep Getting Better and Better – A Look Into Breeding, Training, and Technology Summary In this Q&A session, the expert and questioner discussed why athletes, particularly in track and field, continue to break world records and perform at higher levels. The expert attributes this trend to the breeding of athletes, as well as …

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The Importance of Continuous Improvement and Staying Focused as an Olympic Athlete

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The Importance of Continuous Improvement and Staying Focused as an Olympic Athlete Summary In this Q&A article, we speak with an Olympic athlete who shares their experiences and insights on the life of an elite competitor. They discuss the importance of staying focused and the benefits of simplicity when it comes to training. The athlete …

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The Decathlete’s Guide to Maximizing Performance and Scoring Points

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The Decathlete’s Guide to Maximizing Performance and Scoring Points Summary Get an insider’s view of the decathlon from a world-class athlete who shares his experiences, strategies, and dedication to the multi-disciplinary event. The conversation highlights the scoring system, a typical decathlon, and the importance of trial and error in nutrition and hydration during the two-day, …

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Shifting Costs and Consumerism in Healthcare

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Shifting Costs and Consumerism in Healthcare Summary This Q&A discusses the impact of market forces on healthcare costs and how consumerism can lead to a shift in healthcare behaviors. The speaker explains how the lack of transparency in pricing for medical procedures and services has contributed to a culture of not caring about healthcare costs. …

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The Magic Carpet and Gamification of Healthcare: Keeping Tabs on Our Loved Ones and Ourselves

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The Magic Carpet and Gamification of Healthcare: Keeping Tabs on Our Loved Ones and Ourselves Summary In this Q&A article, we look at the possibility of using devices like the Magic Carpet, Upban, Jawbone, and Body Media to help monitor our health and the health of our loved ones. By creating a baseline and tracking …

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The Importance of Measuring: A Conversation with Tim Ferriss

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The Importance of Measuring: A Conversation with Tim Ferriss Summary In this Q&A, Tim Ferriss discusses the importance of measuring various aspects of the body for personal growth and development. He shares his experiences with different methods of gathering data and emphasizes the importance of not only having data, but also having actionable information. The …

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Improving Public Health through Certificate Program: Insights from a designer and architect

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Improving Public Health through Certificate Program: Insights from a designer and architect Summary This article delves into the importance of designing built environments like hospitals that improve public health and population health. The article explores the notion of creating a certification program for this purpose, similar to LEED certification for green building. The speaker emphasizes …

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