Using Pillboxes to Understand Cognitive Decline in Seniors Summary In this article, we discuss how technology can be used to collect information about everyday behavior by instrumenting the artifacts that people interact with in everyday life. We introduce a $5 pillbox that has sensors, batteries, and hardware on one side, and a regular pillbox on …
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How Measuring Psychological Assets Can Lead to a Healthier and More Successful Workforce Summary In this article, we discuss the importance of measuring psychological assets rather than symptoms in the workplace. We suggest implementing an annual online psychological assessment for all employees to help them improve and for the organization to show the benefits of …
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The Power of Comprehensive Soldier Fitness: A Brigadier General’s Journey to Post-Traumatic Growth Summary In this article, we explore the journey of retired Brigadier General Ron, a former flight surgeon in the army who was shot down and captured during the first Gulf War. Despite experiencing trauma, Ron used mental techniques to overcome her experience …
Managing Critical Changes in Medical Treatment: The Importance of Data and Personalized Health Curves Summary In this article, we explore the importance of managing data in medical decision-making through the speaker’s experience of managing critical changes in medical treatment for babies in a neonatal intensive care unit. We also debunk the idea that 98.6 is …
The Human Face of Big Data: Understanding Disease and Measuring Our World Summary In this article, we explore the concept of big data and how it has enabled us to understand diseases better. We also discuss an app that allows people to compare and share their lives with others globally. Additionally, we highlight how companies …
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Data: The Power to Transform Industries and Improve Lives Summary In this article, we explore the power of data to transform industries and improve lives. We discuss various examples of how data is being used to improve fields such as crime prevention, medicine, and healthcare. We also examine the potential of wearable devices and the …
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The Human Face of Big Data: Putting a Human Touch on Information Summary In this article, we explore the concept of big data and how it is changing the way we interact with information. We delve into the latest project by Rick Smoli, The Human Face of Big Data, which aims to put a human …
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Disrupting and Enlightening the Healthcare Industry: The Power of Information Technology Summary In this article, we discuss the importance of using technology to disrupt and enlighten the healthcare industry. We highlight the evolution of technology in healthcare, including the rise of wearable devices for tracking personal health data. We also showcase companies like 23andMe and …
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Fitbit Zi: A Comprehensive Review of the Wearable Device Summary In this article, we provide a detailed review of the Fitbit Zi, a wearable device that tracks movement, steps, calories burned, and distance. We discuss its features, drawbacks, and effectiveness in motivating users to achieve their fitness goals. Table of Contents Introduction Features Drawbacks Motivational …
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Guiding Principles of an Incubator Environment and the New Regulatory Paradigm Summary In this article, we discuss the guiding principles of an incubator environment that fosters exploration, learning, and testing without making formal binding decisions. We also explore the new regulatory paradigm called adaptive licensing, which allows patients who need a product to receive it …
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