Sarah Deedat | Nov 20, 2024 | Behavioral Science, Blog, News
The FDA’s approval of a nasal mist flu vaccine for at-home use represents more than just a convenient alternative to the traditional flu shot — it marks a significant shift in healthcare delivery, moving toward a decentralized model where patients can self-administer care from the comfort of their own homes.
Amy Bucher, Ph.D. | Oct 29, 2024 | Behavioral Science, Blog, Digital Health, Health Equity
Furniture and clothing are two obvious examples of why a “one-size-fits-all” design approach rarely works. But perhaps the best example is healthcare, where every patient or member has their own conditions and emotions. That’s why designing for health equity is...
Marten den Haring, Ph.D., MSc | Oct 8, 2024 | Artificial Intelligence, Behavioral Science, Blog, Digital Health
Patients checking their symptoms.Payers answering questions about plan coverage.Providers prompting patients to complete intake forms via automated reminder. AI chatbots in healthcare offer up a lot of answers. But, they also beg a lot of questions — namely around...
Amy Bucher, Ph.D. | Aug 27, 2024 | Blog
An in-depth analysis of replies to COVID-19 vaccination outreach reveals thanks, angst — and much more. Vaccination against COVID-19 is associated with reductions in hospitalization and death rates. In fact, COVID-19 vaccination quickly became one of the most pressing...
E. Susanne Blazek, Ph.D. | Apr 17, 2023 | Behavioral Science, Blog
“For a just selection, everybody has to take the same exam: climb that tree.” In this well-known satire of the education system, it matters a tremendous amount on your selection success whether you’re a dog, a seal, a goldfish, or a monkey. In healthcare, the cartoon...
