Publications by authors named "Bridget A Vories"
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- The Inspire Upper Airway Stimulation (UAS) device is becoming a popular treatment for obstructive sleep apnea, leading to increased discussion on social media.
- An analysis of 423 posts on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok revealed that images and videos dominate the content, with a significant amount authored by physicians and many posts being advertisements or patient experiences.
- The study emphasizes the importance of healthcare professionals providing accurate, evidence-based information on social media, highlighting the need for collaboration among doctors, health institutions, and tech companies to maintain a credible digital dialogue about medical innovations.
The rise in nonmedical opioid overdoses over the last two decades necessitates improved detection technologies. Manual opioid screening exams can exhibit excellent sensitivity for identifying the risk of opioid misuse but can be time-consuming. Algorithms can help doctors identify at-risk people.
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