Integration of EDI within the lifecycle of AI. Source: Pixabay Copyright: geralt License: Creative Commons Attribution (CC-BY) Study in the Journal of Medical Internet Research introduces the EDAI framework to integrate equity, diversity, and inclusion in AI for health and oral health care. (Toronto, November 18, 2024) A recent study published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research introduced the EDAI framework, a comprehensive guideline designed to embed equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) principles throughout the artificial intelligence (AI) lifecycle. Led by Dr Samira Abbasgholizadeh-Rahimi, PhD, the Canada Research Chair (Tier II) in AI and Advanced Digital Primary Health Care,  the research addresses a significant gapRead More →

Source: Unsplash Copyright: Anthony Tran License: Licensed by JMIR A new study demonstrates the effectiveness of a gamified app in easing depression symptoms by breaking negative thought patterns.   (Toronto, November 8, 2024) A new study published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research by JMIR Publications reveals promising results from a digital health intervention that is based on a decade of research at Harvard Medical School and designed to alleviate depressive symptoms. The study, titled “Facilitating Thought Progression to Reduce Depressive Symptoms: Randomized Controlled Trial,” found that participants experienced substantial reduction of depressive symptoms by using a gamified mobile app focused on disrupting ruminative thinking. LedRead More →