Tracking And Preventing Diseases With Artificial Intelligence

This book presents an overview of how machine learning and data mining techniques are used for tracking and preventing diseases. It covers several aspects such as stress level identification of a person from his/her speech, automatic diagnosis of disease from X-ray images, intelligent diagnosis of Glaucoma from clinical eye examination data, prediction of protein-coding genes from big genome data, disease detection through microscopic analysis of blood cells, information retrieval from electronic medical record using named entity recognition approaches, and prediction of drug-target interactions. The book is suitable for computer scientists having a bachelor degree in computer science. The book is an ideal resource as a reference book for teaching a graduate course on AI for Medicine or AI for Health care. Researchers working in the multidisciplinary areas use this book to discover the current developments. Besides its use in academia, this book provides enough details about the state-of-the-art algorithms addressing various biomedical domains, so that it could be used by industry practitioners who want to implement AI techniques to analyze the diseases. Medical institutions use this book as reference material and give tutorials to medical experts on how the advanced AI and ML techniques contribute to the diagnosis and prediction of the diseases.

Data analytics is proving to be an ally for epidemiologists as they join forces with data scientists to address the scale of crises. Analytics examined from many sources can derive insights and be used to study and fight global outbreaks. Pandemic analytics is a modern way to combat a problem as old as humanity itself: the proliferation of disease. Machine Learning and Data Analytics for Predicting, Managing, and Monitoring Disease explores different types of data and discusses how to prepare data for analysis, perform simple statistical analyses, create meaningful data visualizations, predict future trends from data, and more by applying cutting edge technology such as machine learning and data analytics in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Covering a range of topics such as mental health analytics during COVID-19, data analysis and machine learning using Python, and statistical model development and deployment, it is ideal for researchers, academicians, data scientists, technologists, data analysts, diagnosticians, healthcare professionals, computer scientists, and students.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare is more than a comprehensive introduction to artificial intelligence as a tool in the generation and analysis of healthcare data. The book is split into two sections where the first section describes the current healthcare challenges and the rise of AI in this arena. The ten following chapters are written by specialists in each area, covering the whole healthcare ecosystem. First, the AI applications in drug design and drug development are presented followed by its applications in the field of cancer diagnostics, treatment and medical imaging. Subsequently, the application of AI in medical devices and surgery are covered as well as remote patient monitoring. Finally, the book dives into the topics of security, privacy, information sharing, health insurances and legal aspects of AI in healthcare. Highlights different data techniques in healthcare data analysis, including machine learning and data mining Illustrates different applications and challenges across the design, implementation and management of intelligent systems and healthcare data networks Includes applications and case studies across all areas of AI in healthcare data

This is a pioneering book that delves into the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and healthcare, specifically focusing on the detection and prevention of infectious diseases. Authored by leading experts in the field, this book offers a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements, challenges, and applications of AI in combating infectious diseases. With a unique emphasis on big data, wearable data, and computer vision, the book presents original research works that showcase innovative approaches to leveraging AI for disease surveillance, screening, and severity stratification. Through a combination of review chapters summarizing the current state of the field and novel applications of AI technology, readers gain valuable insights into the potential of AI in addressing major life-threatening infectious diseases identified by the UN Sustainable Development Goal 3. The book's structure ensures a balanced blend of theoretical foundations and practical applications, making it accessible to both researchers and healthcare professionals. By exploring cutting-edge methodologies and case studies, the book equips readers with the knowledge and tools needed to harness the power of AI in the fight against infectious diseases, ultimately contributing to global efforts to improve public health outcomes. With its interdisciplinary approach and focus on AI-driven solutions, " Surveillance, prevention, and control of infectious diseases: An AI perspective" serves as an invaluable resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to stay abreast of the latest developments in this rapidly evolving field. Whether exploring the role of wearable devices in disease monitoring or examining the potential of computer vision for early detection, this book offers a comprehensive overview of AI applications that have the potential to revolutionize infectious disease management and prevention strategies.

This book aims to highlight the latest achievements in the use of artificial intelligence for digital disease surveillance, pandemic intelligence, as well as public and clinical health surveillance. The edited book contains selected papers presented at the 2021 Health Intelligence workshop, co-located with the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AAAI) annual conference, and presents an overview of the issues, challenges, and potentials in the field, along with new research results. While disease surveillance has always been a crucial process, the recent global health crisis caused by COVID-19 has once again highlighted our dependence on intelligent surveillance infrastructures that provide support for making sound and timely decisions. This book provides information for researchers, students, industry professionals, and public health agencies interested in the applications of AI in population health and personalized medicine.

Demystifying AI in Healthcare: A Comprehensive Look at the Future of Medicine Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the healthcare landscape, holding immense potential to revolutionize how we diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases. This comprehensive guide explores the multifaceted impact of AI in healthcare, delving into its applications, societal influence, and the exciting possibilities it presents for a healthier future. Revolutionizing Diagnosis and Treatment: Enhanced Accuracy: AI algorithms can analyze vast amounts of medical data, including images, genetic information, and patient records, to identify patterns and correlations that might escape human specialists. This leads to more accurate diagnoses, earlier disease detection, and ultimately, better treatment outcomes. Personalized Medicine: AI paves the way for a more personalized approach to healthcare. By analyzing an individual's unique genetic makeup and medical history, AI can tailor treatment plans and preventative measures to their specific needs. Empowering Healthcare Professionals: AI acts as a valuable tool for doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. It automates repetitive tasks, frees up time for patient interaction, and provides real-time insights to support clinical decision-making. Optimizing Healthcare Operations and Efficiency: Streamlined Administration: AI automates tedious administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling, insurance claim processing, and report generation. This reduces healthcare costs, improves operational efficiency, and allows staff to focus on patient care. Improved Resource Allocation: AI can analyze healthcare data to identify areas with high disease burdens and optimize resource allocation for targeted interventions. This leads to a more efficient healthcare system and improved public health outcomes. Remote Patient Monitoring: AI-powered wearable devices and sensors can continuously monitor patients' health status remotely. This allows for early detection of potential issues and timely intervention, particularly for individuals with chronic conditions. Shaping the Future of Healthcare Delivery: Predictive Analytics: AI can analyze vast datasets to identify individuals at high risk of developing certain diseases. This enables preventative measures and early intervention, potentially leading to better health outcomes and reduced healthcare costs. Public Health Transformation: AI plays a crucial role in improving public health on a global scale. It facilitates disease outbreak detection, resource allocation optimization, and knowledge sharing across borders, leading to more effective public health strategies. AI-powered Wellness Coaching: AI can provide personalized coaching and support for individuals seeking to improve their overall health and well-being. This empowers individuals to take a more active role in managing their health. Ethical Considerations and the Road Ahead: While AI offers immense benefits, ethical considerations need to be addressed. Robust data privacy measures, transparent AI development, and ensuring equitable access to AI-powered healthcare for all are crucial. By fostering collaboration between stakeholders, embracing responsible AI development, and prioritizing patient well-being, we can ensure AI becomes a force for positive change in healthcare. Embrace the Future of Healthcare with AI: AI is not a replacement for human expertise, but rather a powerful tool that can augment the skills and knowledge of healthcare professionals. As AI continues to evolve, it has the potential to transform healthcare delivery, improve public health outcomes, and empower individuals to take charge of their own health and well-being. This guide provides a starting point for your exploration of AI in healthcare. Let's work together to ensure this technology is used responsibly and ethically to create a healthier future for all.

The book examines the role of artificial intelligence during the COVID-19 pandemic, including its application in i) early warnings and alerts, ii) tracking and prediction, iii) data dashboards, iv) diagnosis and prognosis, v) treatments, and cures, and vi) social control. It explores the use of artificial intelligence in the context of population screening and assessing infection risks, and presents mathematical models for epidemic prediction of COVID-19. Furthermore, the book discusses artificial intelligence-mediated diagnosis, and how machine learning can help in the development of drugs to treat the disease. Lastly, it analyzes various artificial intelligence-based models to improve the critical care of COVID-19 patients.

Healthcare is one of the major success stories of our times. Medical science has improved rapidly, raising life expectancy around the world. However, as longevity increases, healthcare systems face growing demands for their services, rising costs, and a workforce that is struggling to meet the needs of its patients. Healthcare is one of the most critical sectors in the broader landscape of big data because of its fundamental role in a productive, thriving society. Building on automation, artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize healthcare and help address some of the challenges set out above. The application of AI to healthcare data can literally be a matter of life and death. AI can assist doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers in their daily work. AI in healthcare can enhance preventive care and quality of life, produce more accurate diagnoses and treatment plans, and lead to better patient outcomes overall. This book gives insights into the latest developments of applications of AI in biomedicine, including disease diagnostics, pharmaceutical processing, patient care and monitoring, biomedical information, and biomedical research. It also presents an outline of the recent breakthroughs in the application of AI in healthcare, describes a roadmap to building effective, reliable, and safe AI systems, and discusses the possible future direction of AI augmented healthcare systems. AI has countless applications in healthcare. Whether it’s being used to discover links between genetic codes, to power surgical robots or even to maximize hospital efficiency; AI has been a boon to the healthcare industry.