Daily Summary
The U.S. is struggling with food safety due to major layoffs and budget cuts that have delayed inspections and weakened outbreak response, while Americans are gearing up for healthier lifestyles in 2025 by reducing processed foods and focusing on healthy aging and gut health. Additionally, artificial intelligence has been flagged as the top health technology hazard for 2025, with experts urging stronger oversight to mitigate risks to data accuracy and patient safety.
Top Health Trends to Watch for in 2025
A survey of 2,000 Americans predicts that 2025 will see a focus on cutting processed foods, enhancing healthy aging, and improving gut health, with wearable technology and AI also gaining ground in healthcare.
Artificial Intelligence Tops 2025 Health Technology Hazards List
ECRI has identified artificial intelligence as the top health technology hazard for 2025, pointing to significant risks such as data inaccuracies, patient safety issues, and ethical concerns. Healthcare organizations are urged to adopt strong oversight and governance to mitigate these challenges.
Food Safety Was Slipping in the U.S. Amid Mass Layoffs
Mass layoffs and significant budget cuts in early 2025 have undermined the U.S. food safety system, leading to delays in inspections and compromised outbreak responses.