March 1, 2024
California man, Paul Edmonds, is in remission from both HIV and acute myelogenous leukemia after a stem cell transplant. The fifth person known globally to achieve this, the 68-yr old is also the oldest and has lived with HIV the longest (31 years). Edmonds received stem cells with a rare mutation that confers HIV resistance; it replaced his with the donor's cells. Doctors consider him cured of leukemia and possibly HIV if he remains off antiretroviral therapy for another two years.
Man in remission from blood cancer and HIV after remarkable treatment The Guardian
February 29, 2024
Enterprises' acceleration in IoT deployment raises cybersecurity vulnerabilities and potential network breaches. Kenan Frager of Asimily highlights the risks of unguarded IoT systems, while stress on regulatory compliance compounds the problem. Cyber threats evolve, with routers being the prime target, representing 75% IoT infections. Ransomware attacks, botnets, DDoS attacks are common, and legacy vulnerabilities usually remain unresolved. Increased IoT attacks affect cybersecurity insurance, making it pricier and harder to obtain. Businesses' weak IoT security leads to insurance denial. Manufacturing, finance, and energy industries are chief targets. Shankar Somasundaram, CEO of Asimily, emphasizes comprehensive risk management strategies to mitigate IoT risks.
Rising risks from accelerated use of unchecked IoT in enterprise - FutureIoT FutureIoT
February 29, 2024
Tampa General Hospital prefers streamlining tech, not pilot-testing startup tools; collaborates with GE HealthCare to improve care routines. Rather than piloting, the hospital scales or eliminates tech. Their joint project with GE, the Command Center, began small and expanded based on patient care improvements. The hospital also isn't averse to abandoning unsuccessful projects. The partnership differs from those like venture firm General Catalyst's strategy to buy health systems. Tampa General is a research and academic medical center employing 8,000.
February 29, 2024
Sungida Rashid died at a hospital owned by private equity-backed company Steward Health Care due to lack of immediate care. Her death has sparked public criticism against private equity ownership of hospitals. Steward owns 33 US hospitals and is accused of prioritizing profits over patient needs. Rashid's death results from unavailability of a life-saving device as unpaid bills led to its repossession. Massachusetts officials investigate her preventable death and Steward's potential hospital closures amid financial struggles. CEO Ralph de la Torre purchased a $40 million yacht while company faces supply shortages.
A new mom died after giving birth at a Boston hospital. Was corporate greed to blame? CBS News
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