Arts on Prescription Expands as Evidence Mounts for Creative Health Interventions
Arts on prescription programs are expanding as social and healthcare systems increasingly recognize creative engagement as a low-cost, non-pharmacological intervention for stress, anxiety, and social isolation. A recent meta-analysis confirms statistically significant gains in wellbeing, while new policy proposals call for defining arts participation as a health-promoting behavior. Faculty can align with and support these efforts by generating real-world data on health outcomes, supporting cross-sector policy initiatives, and developing frameworks that position art access as a core social determinant of health.
Multimodal AI in Genomics Grows, But Barriers to Trust and Adoption Remain
Genomics is a cornerstone of precision medicine, and its impact is anticipated to expand significantly through multimodal AI systems that integrate genetic data with imaging, clinical records, and biomarkers. These platforms promise earlier cancer detection and personalized treatment. Yet concerns around data privacy, opaque algorithms, liability for AI-generated errors, and threats to clinical roles have triggered growing skepticism. Faculty can align by advancing methods to integrate diverse data types across modalities; developing interpretable, privacy-conscious AI frameworks; and co-designing tools that clinicians and patients can trust and incorporate into real-world decisions.
See also: Increasing use of AI systems in genomic medicine for cancer care- the promise and potential pitfalls
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This webinar explores how visual art therapy and community art-making support healing and connection. Ideal for researchers, clinicians, and policymakers exploring arts-on-prescription and creative approaches to health and wellbeing.
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