Marlene Maheu

Date: May 6, 2026 4:00 AM Author: Julia Ivanova, PhD, MA Reading Time: 4 min read AI is improving breast cancer detection and efficiency, with studies showing performance that can match or exceed radiologists in some screening settings. Researchers warn that automation complacency and overreliance on AI could weaken clinical judgment and introduce new risks in decision-making.

This article was first published in Christian Milaster’s Telehealth Tuesday newsletter and is re-posted here with permission. The COVID-19 health crisis showed everyone in healthcare that telehealth can be a viable alternative to in-person care. Especially patients, for the most part, enjoyed the convenience that telehealth has to offer and would prefer not to go back to the arduous and time-consuming in-person care, especially for mundane things like the review of test results.

The healthcare landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation, and dentistry is no exception. Among the most impactful shifts in recent years is the rise of teledentistry—a powerful fusion of dental care and digital communication. What was once a niche service is now a vital tool for increasing access, enhancing convenience, and modernizing patient engagement in oral healthcare. In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for a dental appointment can be challenging.