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Top Story Veteran Suicide Statistics Are Horrifying — What Is the VA Doing to Help? Research shows that 44 veterans die each day as a result of suicide or self-injury. At ViVE 2024, Shereef Elnahal, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' under secretary for health, declared that even one veteran dying by suicide is too many — and promised that the VA is pursuing partnerships aimed at addressing this harrowing problem. Sponsored Content With the Rise of AI, What IP Disputes in Healthcare Are Likely to Emerge? Presented by MedCity News & Munck Wilson Mandala Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.  Learn More. Final Call for Startups - Ends Tonight This is your final call startups, get in front of healthcare's best industry experts and VCs. Apply to Pitch at INVEST 2024 May 21-22 in Chicago. Winners will receive a $20K branding advertising package. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase how your company is making a difference. Deadline to apply is TONIGHT. Apply Now

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