Bias Detection Tools in Health Care Challenge

This challenge aims to improve trust in artificial intelligence and machine learning through bias detection and mitigation. To address these issues [of bias] and improve clinician and patient trust in AI/ML-based CDS tools, this Challenge invites groups to develop bias-detection and -correction tools that foster “good algorithmic practice” and mitigate…

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Link to the Full article: Explaining the positive relationship between state-level paid family leave and mental health

This mixed-methods study is based on focus groups with over 100 women in four states with operating programs and a secondary analysis of Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) data. It presents evidence of how PFL may facilitate longer leave that possibly leads to improved mental health outcomes by providing…

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Esther House resident: ‘I witnessed truly appalling things’ : Patricia Lavater’s Esther House Revealed to be a Fake Rehab Cult

Esther House

This is part 14 in a series. For the rest of the series, go here. Melissa Camm wrote to Crikey this week with her recollections of life at the Esther Foundation’s rehab facility. “My anxiety popped up after reading the articles in relation to Esther House and it took me…

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NASA Scientists Present Theory About Why We Haven’t Met Other Intelligent Life. It’s Crushing.

The trick, the biggest challenge of all, will be to work together to survive, the researchers said.“History has shown that intraspecies competition and, more importantly, collaboration, has led us towards the highest peaks of invention. And yet, we prolong notions that seem to be the antithesis of long-term sustainable growth:…

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California megachurch leader, grandparents charged with murder, torture in death of 11-year-old daughter

A California megachurch leader and her parents have been arrested on charges including murder and torture in the death of the woman’s 11-year-old daughter.Leticia McCormack, a leader at Rock Church in San Diego, founded and led by former NFL player Miles McPherson, was booked in jail Monday on a charge…

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