ChatGPT in complex adaptive healthcare systems: embrace with caution

This discussion paper explored the introduction of AI systems into healthcare. It covers A LOT of ground, so just a few extracts. Extracts: ·   “This article advocates an ‘embrace with caution’ stance, calling for reflexive governance, heightened ethical oversight, and a nuanced appreciation of systemic complexity to harness generative AI’s benefits while preserving the integrity of… Continue reading ChatGPT in complex adaptive healthcare systems: embrace with caution

Night shift work and indicators of cardiovascular risk: a systematic review and meta-analysis

This may interest people – a meta-analysis and systematic review of the effects night shift work has on markers of cardiovascular risk. Not a summary – you can read the full open access paper. 81 studies met inclusion criteria – 14 cohort and 67 cross-sectional. Findings: ·        “Night shift work is associated with increased inflammation ·        “HDL-C… Continue reading Night shift work and indicators of cardiovascular risk: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Avoiding ‘second victims’ in healthcare: what support do staff want for coping with patient safety incidents, what do they get and is it effective? A systematic review

This systematic review evaluated evidence for what support staff want vs what they receive, and whether the support is effective. 99 studies were included. Some extracts: ·        PSI (patient safety incident) lead to emotional shame, guilt, anger, shock, depression, fear, flashbacks, helplessness, fatigue, withdrawal and more ·        The three most desired support types staff want before and… Continue reading Avoiding ‘second victims’ in healthcare: what support do staff want for coping with patient safety incidents, what do they get and is it effective? A systematic review

Does probability exist?

Really cool article talking about probability – does it exist? Is it an objective property of the world, or a subjective and constructed phenomenon? And more. Thanks to Ben Cattaneo for putting this on my radar. Can’t do this justice and I’ve skipped HEAPS, so check out the full paper. Thanks to **** for highlighting… Continue reading Does probability exist?