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Blendid expands robotic smoothie kiosk presence on California college campuses

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Blendid, a robotic food service solutions leader, has opened its autonomous robotic smoothie kiosk locations at two community colleges in California.

Furthering efforts to expand the reach of Blendid robotic kiosks across US college campuses, two kiosks are opening this week in partnership with the West Valley-Mission College district.

Brad Davis, Chancellor of the West Valley-Mission College district, says: “Our students and faculty deserve easy access to healthy, quick-serve food options across our campuses on any day and at any time. [Read more…] about Blendid expands robotic smoothie kiosk presence on California college campuses

Vicarious Surgical agrees strategic development plan with Intermountain Health

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Vicarious Surgical, a developer of surgical robotics, has signed a strategic development agreement with Intermountain Health, a leading US healthcare system.

Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 33 hospitals, 385 clinics, medical groups with some 4,300 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division – Select Health – with more than one million members, and other health services, headquartered in Utah with locations across Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nevada and Utah.

Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain Health is committed to improving community health and is widely recognized as a leader in transforming healthcare by using evidence-based best practices to consistently deliver high-quality outcomes at sustainable costs. [Read more…] about Vicarious Surgical agrees strategic development plan with Intermountain Health

Prescription Oakley Glasses: Where Fashion Meets Eye Health

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As social creatures, we humans rely heavily on our vision to take in and appreciate the world around us. Protecting our eyesight while expressing personal flair through fashionable eyewear is crucial to maintaining our quality of life.

Oakley cleverly fuses high-performance optics and contemporary aesthetics to create prescription glasses that enhance how we see reality while portraying our unique style. [Read more…] about Prescription Oakley Glasses: Where Fashion Meets Eye Health

Care robots: Ethical perceptions and acceptance

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Researchers develop a model that can explain the effect of users’ ethical perception on their willingness to use care robots

The global population of people older than 65 years of age is rapidly increasing the need for care. Although care robots are a promising solution to fill in for caregivers, their social implementation has been slow and unsatisfactory.

A team of international researchers has now developed the first universal model that can be employed across cultural contexts to explain how ethical perceptions affect the willingness to use care robots.

Countries like Japan are experiencing declining birth rates and an aging population. The increased burden of care for this aging population may lead to a shortage of caregivers in a decade’s time. [Read more…] about Care robots: Ethical perceptions and acceptance

Levita Magnetics wins FDA clearance for its robotic surgery system

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Levita Magnetics, whose mission is to help more patients get access to better surgery, says it has received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for its MARS platform.

The Levita MARS system is a first-of-its-kind minimally invasive surgical platform aimed at the high-volume abdominal surgery market.

Harnessing the power of both magnets and machines, MARS reduces the number of incisions and enables surgeons to have complete control during laparoscopic procedures, all in a compact footprint designed to fit into existing operating rooms. [Read more…] about Levita Magnetics wins FDA clearance for its robotic surgery system

Top 3 Examples of Blockchain in Healthcare

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Blockchain, the most famous example of distributed ledger technology, offers greater efficiency, security, and transparency. These attributes give it the potential to reshape the way industries conduct their operations. One primary instance of an industry prominently embracing blockchain is the healthcare sector.

Blockchain has already transformed healthcare despite being a recent development. Researchers worldwide have adopted this technology to offer solutions to issues that affect both providers and patients. So far, they’ve been widely successful, and the significance of blockchain in everyday healthcare operations is already evident.

In this article, we’ll discuss the top examples of blockchain playing a role in healthcare. You’ll also find out some of the most popular healthcare crypto coins to invest in and learn how you can trade them today. Let’s begin! [Read more…] about Top 3 Examples of Blockchain in Healthcare

Patient Safety: A Top Priority for Digitally Mature Hospitals

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Many leading hospitals are embracing advanced medication decision support as a key enabler in their digital maturity journey. They are driving changes across the entire care continuum, from improving patient care to reducing clinician alert fatigue.

World Health Organization has been recognizing the magnitude of medication mistakes for many years. They are considered a major cause of harm and injury to patients within healthcare systems. They cost healthcare providers worldwide an estimated 42 billion each year.

Many hospitals have invested heavily in Best EHR systems. However, due to their lack of integration with EMRs and unaligned workflows, they rarely provide support at key touchpoints during the patient journey. [Read more…] about Patient Safety: A Top Priority for Digitally Mature Hospitals

Beyond the Ordinary: Thoresta’s Guest-Centric Experience

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In a world saturated with hospitality options, where hotels and resorts compete fiercely for guests’ attention, Thoresta emerges as a shining example of a guest-centric experience that transcends conventional boundaries.

Thoresta, a luxurious eco-resort nestled amidst pristine forests and serene lakes, has redefined the hospitality industry by placing the guest’s comfort, well-being, and desires at the heart of its operations.

This article delves into the unique aspects of Thoresta’s guest-centric approach, exploring how it sets new standards for excellence in hospitality. [Read more…] about Beyond the Ordinary: Thoresta’s Guest-Centric Experience

Burnout is on the Rise – Here’s How to Spot it

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Many people experience problems at their work from time to time. And it’s not unusual for people to feel stressed due to their jobs on occasion, too.

However, while a small amount of job-related stress is fine, if the issue becomes too severe or doesn’t go away, then you may be at risk of burnout. You’ll likely have heard of this condition, which has been on the rise in recent years.

It’s important to be aware of what causes burnout and the signs, both of which will help you to keep it at bay. As with most things, it’s easier to prevent burnout than manage it – though be aware that it’s not a permanent condition and is easily treatable. [Read more…] about Burnout is on the Rise – Here’s How to Spot it