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Tackling Antibiotic Resistance With AI

The world of public health is witnessing transformative changes with the advent of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. This week, the spotlight is on the UK government’s commitment of millions to leverage AI in the battle against drug-resistant infections, also known as superbugs. Such initiatives indicate a critical shift in how we approach public health challenges […]

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A Conversation with Andrea King

At a time when public health agencies are being asked to do more with less, Andrea King is helping them harness the power of artificial intelligence and modern data tools without losing sight of ethics, equity, or real-world impact. Trained as an epidemiologist and data scientist, Andrea leads the PubHealthAI Collaborative Network, a national community […]

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The AI-Driven Infodemic Threatening Public Health

A few years ago, “publish or perish” was an academic cliché. Today, it’s being supercharged by machines. Since ChatGPT burst into the scene in late 2022, artificial intelligence has infiltrated nearly every corner of science—writing, reviewing, and even summarizing research papers. The result? A flood of AI-generated studies that could overwhelm even the most diligent […]

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Who Controls What AI Knows? The New Gatekeepers of Information

In the age of generative AI, not all information is created equal — or equally visible. A new analysis from Fractl reveals that a handful of publishers now dominate the “knowledge base” behind AI assistants like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot. These partnerships between AI companies and major media outlets are reshaping who and what gets […]

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3 Ways Smart Public Art Boosts Low-Carbon Cities

Did you know urban areas produce more than 70% of the world’s carbon emissions? A new study reveals that intelligent public art—encompassing sculptures, lighting displays, and interactive installations powered by smart technology—can reduce emissions and foster community cohesion in. Here are the top three takeaways for city leaders, health professionals, and community advocates: 1. Smart Design Slashes […]

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Only 2 in 10 Communities Are Prepared for AI in Health

In a busy county hospital, staff rely on every tool to keep patients moving through crowded wards. AI software promises to shave hours off diagnostic work and predict who needs urgent care first. But here’s the catch: while early results look impressive, the evidence shows many of these gains depend on best-case scenarios—not the messy […]

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AI-Enabled Stethoscopes and Public Health

An AI-enabled stethoscope? Is this like a Juicero? Not quite. his technology aims to transform cardiovascular health by providing early and accurate diagnoses, which can improve patient outcomes and reduce the strain on healthcare systems. But what are the broader implications of this for public health? The AI Stethoscope: An Overview AI-enabled stethoscopes are designed […]

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AI-Powered Antibiotics: Hope Against Superbugs?

Artificial intelligence has taken a significant leap in medicine by designing potent new antibiotics capable of combating drug-resistant bacteria. These AI-designed antibiotics target notorious superbugs such as gonorrhoea and MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) which pose a growing threat worldwide. AI in Antibiotic Development Using advanced generative AI models, researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology […]

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