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Why You Can’t Stop Hearing About ChatGPT (And You Won’t): What It Is, How It Works, And Why It’s Important

January 14, 2023

The future of healthcare is rapidly evolving, and technology plays a major role in shaping it. From wearables to sensors, nanobots to chatbots, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly prevalent in the healthcare industry.

These technologies allow for the collection and utilization of data from a growing number of sources, including those used by consumers, practitioners, and health care systems; and this is what makes AI uniquely well-positioned to envelop medicine.

As LongevityFest 2022 faculty member and renowned innovator Peter Diamandis, MD underscored during his keynote presentation: the ever-growing role of AI in the future of medicine is undeniable, and no field will be left untouched.

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5 Key Anti-Aging Takeaways From LongevityFest 2022

December 18, 2022

Last weekend, A4M hosted the largest anti-aging medicine event ever, gathering over 5,500 guests, 120 globally renowned speakers and educators, and 400 market-shaping companies. Delivering four full days of cutting-edge science, the latest research, and meaningful, practical education, LongevityFest 2022 marked a pivotal point in A4M’s history and that of the specialty itself.

The conference was packed with noteworthy moments: from a keynote address by the celebrated innovator Peter Diamandis, MD, to the launch of new products from industry leaders like Precision Analytical and Quicksilver Scientific. But most exciting was seeing so many people coming together to celebrate this growing field and its future.

While there were too many unforgettable happenings to list, this blog highlights some of the most noteworthy educational takeaways presented by our star-studded panel of experts at LongevityFest 2022.

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Thyroid Awareness Month: AI-Assisted Thyroid Nodule Classification

January 24, 2020

January marks the beginning of Thyroid Awareness Month , which aims to spread awareness of thyroid conditions affecting over 20 million individuals living within the United States. Up to 60% of those with thyroid disease are unaware of their condition, while women are significantly more likely to experience thyroid issues than men. Although the underlying causes of thyroid disease are largely unknown, it is important to routinely evaluate the thyroid as undiagnosed thyroid disease can put patients at risk for severe health complications – including cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and infertility.

Alongside conditions such as hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, the thyroid may also frequently develop nodules. Most don’t cause any symptoms and are benign in the majority of cases, however, a small percentage of thyroid nodules are cancerous. To improve early detection techniques, research efforts have begun investigating the potential benefit of employing artificial intelligence (AI) in classifying thyroid nodules.

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