The On-Going Conversation

Innovation in Healthcare with a Jeopardy Champion

Watson, the computer that defeated elite Jeopardy players in February is re-thinking domination, by helping diagnose and treat patients.

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4-Legged Motivation

Ditch the Treadmill! Studies show that dogs provide motivation for a healthy lifestyle and dog owners more likely to take regular walks. Plus, dog owners are more likely to be active than in comparison to those who don't have a four-legged friend at home. 

One study even discovered that older individuals are more likely to take frequent walks if their companion is a canine, with 60 percent reaching federal criteria for moderate to vigorous exercise, according to a recent study. This leads one to question the benefits of having a dog as a pet, which may provide motivation to the humans that they live with. Forget starting a workout routine this summer and take a trip to your local animal shelter to commence the spring.

Read the full article via the New York Times

Intel and GE Team Up for Smart Healthcare

Intel and General Electric's joint healthcare product, QuietCare, uses infrared sensors to monitor patients and alerts medical staff as needed.

Read the full article via Fast Company

The Health of Self-Compassion

Be content! People who score high on tests of self-compassion generally experience less anxiety, and tend to be more optimistic.

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A Vision For the Future

Baby Research! 10% of babies who sleep in the dark most nights need glasses, compared to 34% with night lights and 55% with room lights.

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Linguistic Motivation: To Your Mental Health

Linguistic Motivation! Mastering a second language may help shield an individual from experiencing Alzheimer's disease later in life.

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The Tandem Relationship Between of Sleep & Weight

Leptin and ghrelin control your appetite and when you lack sleep, it drives leptin levels down, which leads to potentially overeating.

* Source: Web MD

Health Care in the U.S.A.

Reducing health care costs remains rather partisan, with 76% of Democrats rating it as a top priority compared to 48% of Republicans.

* Source: Pew Research Center

The Economics of the Common Cold

Americans spend approximately $40 billion a year dealing with common cold symptoms, with over the counter medicine and doctor visits.

* Source: NPR Marketplace

Wal-Mart: The Healthy Company?

Wal-mart will announce a 5-year plan to make foods lower in salts, fats and sugars, along with lower prices on fruits and vegetables.