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FDA panel backs first-of-its-kind flu vaccine

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By Lauran Neergaard Verified, Matthew Perrone Verified
| The Beacon Newspapers Verified
Photo by Mufid Majnun | Unsplash A new kind of flu vaccine moved a step closer to the U.S. market in June, as federal health advisers recommended approval of the first made with the same mRNA technology that was key to ending the Covid-19 pandemic. The Food and Drug Administration is evaluating Moderna’s new shot, dubbed mFlusiva, for older Americans ahead of the winter flu season.
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Is AI ready to take over your prescriptions? Doctors are wary of Utah's automated refill program

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By Matthew Perrone Verified
| The Philadelphia Inquirer Verified
WASHINGTON — A prescription refill program that quietly launched in Utah earlier this year has kicked off a big medical debate: Is artificial intelligence ready to take over tasks that, until now, could only be performed by doctors? The program allows Utah residents to skip the doctor’s office and get their prescriptions refilled online by an AI chatbot called Doctronic. It’s a seemingly simple step toward making healthcare more convenient for patients and prescribers.
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Is AI ready to take over your prescriptions?

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By Matthew Perrone Verified
| Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce Verified
Subscriber content preview Is AI ready to take over your prescriptions? Doctors are wary of new automated refill program. By MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer A prescription refill program that quietly launched in Utah earlier this year has kicked off a big medical debate: Is artificial intelligence ready to take over tasks that, until now, could only be performed by doctors? . . . To read this story in full login or purchase a subscription.
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L'IA est-elle prête à prendre en charge vos ordonnances?

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By Matthew Perrone Verified
| Profession Sante
L'IA est-elle prête à prendre en charge vos ordonnances? Les médecins se montrent méfiants face au programme de renouvellement automatique des ordonnances mis en place en Utah, aux États-Unis. Pour accéder au contenu, connectez-vous ou créez un compte gratuit. L’inscription, réservée aux professionnels de la santé qualifiés, donne accès à tous les articles, blogues de pairs, magazines, formations continues, lignes directrices et plus encore.
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AI has taken over prescription refills in Utah. Some doctors are concerned

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By Matthew Perrone Verified
| Aol Verified
A new artificial intelligence program in Utah, enabling prescription refills without a doctor's visit, has ignited a fierce medical debate: Is AI truly prepared to assume responsibilities traditionally reserved for human physicians? The program allows Utah residents to obtain refills online via an AI chatbot, Doctronic, to streamline healthcare for patients and prescribers. The precedent-setting move has raised alarms for doctors, lawyers, and public health experts.
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Is AI ready to take over your prescriptions? Doctors are wary of Utah's automated refill program

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By Matthew Perrone Verified
| Black Hills Pioneer Verified
WASHINGTON (AP) - A prescription refill program that quietly launched in Utah earlier this year has kicked off a big medical debate: Is artificial intelligence ready to take over tasks that, until now, could only be performed by doctors? The program allows Utah residents to skip the doctor's office and get their prescriptions refilled online by an AI chatbot called Doctronic. It's a seemingly simple step toward making healthcare more convenient for patients and prescribers.
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Is AI ready to take over your prescriptions? Doctors are wary of Utah's automated refill program

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By Matthew Perrone Verified
| The Washington Post Verified
WASHINGTON — A prescription refill program that quietly launched in Utah earlier this year has kicked off a big medical debate: Is artificial intelligence ready to take over tasks that, until now, could only be performed by doctors ? The program allows Utah residents to skip the doctor’s office and get their prescriptions refilled online by an AI chatbot called Doctronic. It’s a seemingly simple step toward making healthcare more convenient for patients and prescribers.
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