In this chapter, Dr. Joseph Kvedar reflects on the persistent challenge of changing unhealthy habits—even when individuals have access to data-rich tools like wearables and personalized feedback. He highlights that chronic diseases are largely driven by lifestyle, yet despite early hope that real-time feedback loops would foster behavior change, adoption has lagged. Instead, he notes a growing reliance on pharmaceutical solutions, particularly GLP‑1 drugs for obesity, rather than sustained lifestyle interventions

Overcoming Barriers: Leveraging Tech for Chronic Health Management joekvedar.com

Amazon One Medical and Hackensack Meridian Health have joined forces to open over 20 clinics in New Jersey, aiming to improve access to primary care services. Launched in 2023, this collaboration positions Hackensack as a specialty care referral partner for Amazon One Medical, promoting integration between primary and specialty care. A ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new clinic in Edgewater was held on June 17, where Hackensack CEO Robert Garrett highlighted the necessity of these centers. The initiative will see additional clinics in locations like Jersey City and Englewood, addressing healthcare accessibility in the state. This partnership is part of Amazon One Medical's broader strategy to enhance healthcare through its network of health system collaborations across the U.S.

Amazon One Medical and Hackensack Partner to Transform NJ Healthcare Access Becker's Hospital Review

Chan Medical School and Red Cell Partners work together to advance AI technologies for healthcare. Their two-year partnership will involve selecting and testing AI products from Red Cell's portfolio using clinical data to validate safety and effectiveness. UMass Chan will also join Red Cell’s program to streamline the deployment of viable AI tools in the sector. Dr. Adrian Zai emphasized the initiative's aim to attract AI companies and establish industry guidelines, while UMass Chan will be compensated for data access and services.

UMass Chan and Red Cell Team Up to Revolutionize AI in Healthcare Becker's Hospital Review

Freedman HealthCare, a data and analytics firm that supports state agencies and healthcare providers, is facing a potential data breach by the cyber extortion group World Leaks, which claims to have stolen 52.4 GB of sensitive information. The data includes healthcare claims and payment details, affecting its extensive database projects for multiple states, including California and Rhode Island. If the claims are validated, this breach could have serious ramifications for millions of residents’ private information in the healthcare system. World Leaks, known for targeting significant organizations, has moved towards data theft and extortion instead of traditional ransomware tactics.

Cyber Extortionists Threaten Major Breach of Freedman HealthCare Data The Register