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Josephine Briggs, MD
Director
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
National Institutes of Health
Opening Keynote "Research in an IT Connected World: Building Better Partnerships – NIH and Health Care Systems"
The era of ‘Big Data’ has arrived for biomedical research, bringing with it immense challenges as well as spectacular opportunities. NIH is establishing major programs with the potential to transform the future of US biomedical research by building the capacities necessary for these challenges. These programs will strengthen research partnerships with health care systems and the IT networks that support them.
The Big Data to Knowledge (BD2K) initiative, to be launched in 2014, will implement a set of recommendations from the Data and Informatics Working Group to the Advisory Committee to the Director. Investments are planned to meet scientific needs to manage and utilize large complex datasets, including strengthening training, and investing in improved analysis methods and software development and dissemination. NIH is also evaluating strengthening data and software sharing policies, and the potential creation of catalogs of research data, and data/metadata standards.
The Common Fund’s Health Care Systems (HCS) Research Collaboratory program has the goal to strengthen the national capacity to implement cost-effective large-scale research studies by engaging major health care delivery organizations as research partners. The aim of the program is to provide a framework of implementation methods and best practices that will enable the participation of many health care systems in clinical research. Research conducted in partnership with health care systems is essential to strengthen the relevance of research results to health practice. Seven demonstration projects, currently in a feasibility phase, are developing detailed methods to implement rigorous randomized studies of questions of major public health impact. These studies, and the IT infrastructure that will make them possible, will be described in detail.
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Cucumber disease recognition using machine learning and transfer learningriyaniaes
Cucumber is grown, as a cash crop besides it is one of the main and popular vegetables in Bangladesh. As Bangladesh's economy is largely dependent on the agricultural sector, cucumber farming could make economic and productivity growth more sustainable. But many diseases diminish the situation of cucumber. Early detection of disease can help to stop disease from spreading to other healthy plants and also accurate identifying the disease will help to reduce crop losses through specific treatments. In this paper, we have presented two approaches namely traditional machine learning (ML) and CNN-based transfer learning. Then we have compared the performance of the applied techniques to find out the most appropriate techniques for recognizing cucumber diseases. In our ML approach, the system involves five steps. After collecting the image, pre-processing is done by resizing, filtering, and contrast-enhancing. Then we have compared various ML algorithms using k-means based image segmentation after extracted 10 relevant features. Random forest gives the best accuracy with 89.93% in the traditional ML approach. We also studied and applied CNN-based transfer learning to investigate the further improvement of recognition performance. Lastly, a comparison among various transfer learning models such as InceptionV3, MobileNetV2, and VGG16 has been performed. Between these two approaches, MobileNetV2 achieves the highest accuracy with 93.23%.
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Josephine Briggs, MD
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National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
National Institutes of Health
Opening Keynote "Research in an IT Connected World: Building Better Partnerships – NIH and Health Care Systems"
The era of ‘Big Data’ has arrived for biomedical research, bringing with it immense challenges as well as spectacular opportunities. NIH is establishing major programs with the potential to transform the future of US biomedical research by building the capacities necessary for these challenges. These programs will strengthen research partnerships with health care systems and the IT networks that support them.
The Big Data to Knowledge (BD2K) initiative, to be launched in 2014, will implement a set of recommendations from the Data and Informatics Working Group to the Advisory Committee to the Director. Investments are planned to meet scientific needs to manage and utilize large complex datasets, including strengthening training, and investing in improved analysis methods and software development and dissemination. NIH is also evaluating strengthening data and software sharing policies, and the potential creation of catalogs of research data, and data/metadata standards.
The Common Fund’s Health Care Systems (HCS) Research Collaboratory program has the goal to strengthen the national capacity to implement cost-effective large-scale research studies by engaging major health care delivery organizations as research partners. The aim of the program is to provide a framework of implementation methods and best practices that will enable the participation of many health care systems in clinical research. Research conducted in partnership with health care systems is essential to strengthen the relevance of research results to health practice. Seven demonstration projects, currently in a feasibility phase, are developing detailed methods to implement rigorous randomized studies of questions of major public health impact. These studies, and the IT infrastructure that will make them possible, will be described in detail.
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Video: https://www.zhaw.ch/de/forschung/departementsuebergreifende-kooperationen/digital-health-lab/3-digital-health-lab-day/
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Wac, K., Wulfovich, S. (2021). Quantifying Quality of Life, Series: Health Informatics, Springer Nature, Cham, Switzerland.
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Cucumber is grown, as a cash crop besides it is one of the main and popular vegetables in Bangladesh. As Bangladesh's economy is largely dependent on the agricultural sector, cucumber farming could make economic and productivity growth more sustainable. But many diseases diminish the situation of cucumber. Early detection of disease can help to stop disease from spreading to other healthy plants and also accurate identifying the disease will help to reduce crop losses through specific treatments. In this paper, we have presented two approaches namely traditional machine learning (ML) and CNN-based transfer learning. Then we have compared the performance of the applied techniques to find out the most appropriate techniques for recognizing cucumber diseases. In our ML approach, the system involves five steps. After collecting the image, pre-processing is done by resizing, filtering, and contrast-enhancing. Then we have compared various ML algorithms using k-means based image segmentation after extracted 10 relevant features. Random forest gives the best accuracy with 89.93% in the traditional ML approach. We also studied and applied CNN-based transfer learning to investigate the further improvement of recognition performance. Lastly, a comparison among various transfer learning models such as InceptionV3, MobileNetV2, and VGG16 has been performed. Between these two approaches, MobileNetV2 achieves the highest accuracy with 93.23%.
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This study aimed at identifying the issue, challenges and opportunities from the health consumers in Tanzania towards interoperability of electronic health records. Reaching that level of seamless data sharing among Hospitals needs the cooperation of all stakeholders especially the health consumer whose data are the ones to be shared. Without their acceptance that means there is nothing to share. Recognizing that we conducted a study in Tanzania to identify the challenges, issues and opportunities towards health information exchange through interoperable EHRs. The study was conducted in three major cities of Tanzania to identify the security, privacy and confidentiality issues of information sharing together with related challenges to data sharing. This was in order to come up with a clear picture of how to implement some EHRs that will be trusted by health consumers. The participants (n=240) were surveyed on computer usage, EHRs knowledge, demographics, security and privacy issues. A total of 200 surveys were completed and returned (83.3% response rate). Among them 67.5% were women, 62.6% had not heard of EHRs, 73% were highly concerned about the privacy and security of their information. 75% believed that introduction of various security mechanisms will make EHRs more secure and thus better. We conducted a number of chi-square tests (p<0.05) and we realized that there was a strong relationship among the variable of age, computer use, EHRs knowledge and the concerns for privacy and security. The study also showed that there was just a small difference of 8.5% between those people who think EHRs are safer than paper records and those who think otherwise. The general observation of the study was that in order to make EHRs successful in our Hospitals then the issue of security, and health consumer involvement were they two key towards the road of successful EHRs in our hospitals practices and that will make consumers more willing to allow their records to be shared among different health organizations. So besides the issues identified, this study helped us to identify the key requirements which will be implemented in our proposed framework
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(http://publichealth.curtin.edu.au/HIKM/), as part of Australasian Computer Science Week 2012.
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This study aimed at identifying the issue, challenges and opportunities from the health consumers in
Tanzania towards interoperability of electronic health records. Reaching that level of seamless data
sharing among Hospitals needs the cooperation of all stakeholders especially the health consumer whose
data are the ones to be shared. Without their acceptance that means there is nothing to share. Recognizing
that we conducted a study in Tanzania to identify the challenges, issues and opportunities towards health
information exchange through interoperable EHRs. The study was conducted in three major cities of
Tanzania to identify the security, privacy and confidentiality issues of information sharing together with
related challenges to data sharing. This was in order to come up with a clear picture of how to implement
some EHRs that will be trusted by health consumers. The participants (n=240) were surveyed on computer
usage, EHRs knowledge, demographics, security and privacy issues. A total of 200 surveys were completed
and returned (83.3% response rate). Among them 67.5% were women, 62.6% had not heard of EHRs, 73%
were highly concerned about the privacy and security of their information. 75% believed that introduction
of various security mechanisms will make EHRs more secure and thus better. We conducted a number of
chi-square tests (p<0.05) and we realized that there was a strong relationship among the variable of age,
computer use, EHRs knowledge and the concerns for privacy and security.The study also showed that there
was just a small difference of 8.5% between those people who think EHRs are safer than paper records and
those who think otherwise. The general observation of the study was that in order to make EHRs successful
in our Hospitals then the issue of security, and health consumer involvement were they two key towards the
road of successful EHRs in our hospitals practices and that will make consumers more willing to allow
their records to be shared among different health organizations. So besides the issues identified, this study
helped us to identify the key requirements which will be implemented in our proposed framework.
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to control treatment of patients, research, and wellbeing training and checking of general wellbeing. The
reason for this paper is thusly to investigate an institutionalized system for E-Health challenges confronted
by e-wellbeing A rundown of both e-wellbeing difficulties are given and a proposed structure is likewise
accommodated E-Health and could give direction in the execution of e-wellbeing To understand the
motivation behind the paper, an inductive substance examination procedure was taken after. The
fundamental outcomes were that in spite of the fact that the difficulties exceeds the advantages in the gave
records, there is still trust that through appropriate ICT arrangements the advantages of e-wellbeing can
develop all the more quickly. This can prompt to enhanced e-wellbeing administration conveyance and
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from mild to severe. A diagnosis of AUD requires that at least two of
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Tom Selleck, an enduring figure in Hollywood. has captivated audiences for decades with his rugged charm, iconic moustache. and memorable roles in television and film. From his breakout role as Thomas Magnum in Magnum P.I. to his current portrayal of Frank Reagan in Blue Bloods. Selleck's career has spanned over 50 years. But beyond his professional achievements. fans have often been curious about Tom Selleck Health. especially as he has aged in the public eye.
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Introduction
Many have been interested in Tom Selleck health. not only because of his enduring presence on screen but also because of the challenges. and lifestyle choices he has faced and made over the years. This article delves into the various aspects of Tom Selleck health. exploring his fitness regimen, diet, mental health. and the challenges he has encountered as he ages. We'll look at how he maintains his well-being. the health issues he has faced, and his approach to ageing .
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Childhood and Athletic Beginnings
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Sherman Oaks, California. From an early age, he was involved in sports, particularly basketball. which played a significant role in his physical development. His athletic pursuits continued into college. where he attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a basketball scholarship. This early involvement in sports laid a strong foundation for his physical health and disciplined lifestyle.
Transition to Acting
Selleck's transition from an athlete to an actor came with its physical demands. His first significant role in "Magnum P.I." required him to perform various stunts and maintain a fit appearance. This role, which he played from 1980 to 1988. necessitated a rigorous fitness routine to meet the show's demands. setting the stage for his long-term commitment to health and wellness.
Fitness Regimen
Workout Routine
Tom Selleck health and fitness regimen has evolved. adapting to his changing roles and age. During his "Magnum, P.I." days. Selleck's workouts were intense and focused on building and maintaining muscle mass. His routine included weightlifting, cardiovascular exercises. and specific training for the stunts he performed on the show.
Selleck adjusted his fitness routine as he aged to suit his body's needs. Today, his workouts focus on maintaining flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular health. He incorporates low-impact exercises such as swimming, walking, and light weightlifting. This balanced approach helps him stay fit without putting undue strain on his joints and muscles.
Importance of Flexibility and Mobility
In recent years, Selleck has emphasized the importance of flexibility and mobility in his fitness regimen. Understanding the natural decline in muscle mass and joint flexibility with age. he includes stretching and yoga in his routine. These practices help prevent injuries, improve posture, and maintain mobilit
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1. What Do People Affected by Cancer Think about Electronic Health Information Exchange?
Results from the 2010 LIVESTRONG Electronic Health Information Exchange Survey and
the 2008 Health Information National Trends Survey
E.B. Beckjord (University of Pittsburgh); R. Rechis (LIVESTRONG); S. Nutt (LIVESTRONG); L. Shulman (Dana Farber Cancer Institute); B. Hesse (National Cancer Institute)
BACKGROUND Assisted Telephone Interview (n=4092) with responses from a » About half of the American public viewed these activities as » Across the entire study sample, respondents expressed high
mailed, self-administered paper and pencil survey (n=3582). “very important,” while percentages among the LIVESTRONG confidence that EHIE would improve the quality of their health
» Policy and practice related to electronic health information » HINTS items that measured perspectives on the importance of survey respondents ranged from 82% to 68%. care.
exchange (EHIE) is rapidly changing, most notably affected by EHIE and respondents’ willingness to share their electronic » Survey respondents were also willing to share their anonymous
implementation of the Health Information Technology for health information for the purposes of research were used in the health information for the purposes of research. CONCLUSIONS
Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act of 2009. present study. » Nearly one-third of the American public “strongly agreed” with
» A better understanding of patient EHIE attitudes and this practice. » Respondents to the LIVESTRONG EHIE survey showed a strong
preferences is needed to keep EHIE policy and practice Analytic Approach » More than half of respondents to the LIVESTRONG survey did predilection toward wanting to obtain their own medical
patient-centered .
[1]
» To appreciate perspectives on EHIE across the cancer trajectory, as well. information electronically and for endorsing EHIE between their
» People affected by cancer offer an excellent model for studying results of the LIVESTRONG EHIE survey are presented for four providers.
Table 2 Perceptions of How Electronic Health Information Exchange Will Affect Care.
perspectives on healthcare initiatives, such as EHIE, across a distinct groups: » Willingness to share personal data for research was highest
disease trajectory . [2]
• people with a personal history of cancer who are currently Survivors on
treatment
Living with cancer as
a chronic illness
Post-treatment
survivors
Health care provider/
professional
No personal history
of cancer among those with a personal history of cancer and lower among
on-treatment; Care will improve
Care will stay the same
86.3%
11.2%
84.4%
12.9%
85.9%
11.2%
84.5%
11.4%
84.5%
11.8% LIVESTRONG survey respondents without a personal history of
METHODS • people with a personal history of cancer who have finished Care will worsen 2.6% 2.7% 2.9% 4.0% 3.8%
cancer and the general population.
primary treatment; » When it came to discussing the perceived importance of
LIVESTRONG EHIE Survey • individuals living with cancer as a chronic illness; and » Nearly all respondents “strongly agreed” that privacy and functional capabilities of EHRs, respondents to the
» In April 2010, LIVESTRONG fielded an electronic survey on • people with no personal history of cancer. security are important; more than 70% wanted EHRs to make LIVESTRONG EHIE survey supported healthcare providers to
EHIE to registered constituents through email, Facebook®, and » Where the LIVESTRONG survey was harmonized with HINTS, health information sharing with providers more convenient for share data, provided that data sharing occurs in a private,
Twitter® and posted a blog with a link to the survey on the comparisons are provided for nationally representative patients and for multiple health care providers to be able to secure, and confidential way.
Avon/Love Army of Women website. estimates. access the patient’s EHR. » These findings suggest that the needs for and preferences
» As of August 2010, 8,564 completed the survey, 8,411 of whom » Most LIVESTRONG EHIE survey respondents wanted the ability related to EHIE among people touched by cancer may be greater
were included in the present study (respondents who did not RESULTS to enter their own reports of their physical health into the EHR, than general opinion polls of the public at large.
report sociodemographic data were excluded; n=153). Table 1 Sociodemographic Characteristics and Views on EHIE.
and nearly half want the same capability for reports of their
» The LIVESTRONG survey included content in three areas: Survivors on Living with cancer Post-treatment No personal General adult
emotional health.
• perspectives on the importance of EHIE and its potential treatment
(n=433)
as a chronic illness
(n=298)
survivors
(n=2343)
history of cancer
(n=5337)
population HINTS
(n=7674)
impact on quality of care; Age 66.7% between 68.5% between 71.7% between 65.8% between 52% between Figure 1 Perceived Importance of Different Functional Capabilities of EHRs REFERENCES
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• respondents’ willingness to share their electronic health Gender 70.5% female 65.7% female 69.6% female 56.6% female 51.4% female Percent who “strongly agree” that the functional capability should be part of an EHR
Race 94.0% White 95.0% White 93.1% White 88.9% White 76.1% White
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