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AI algorithm IDs abnormal chest X-rays from COVID-19 patients

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“Instant triage” capability from behold.ai could speed diagnosis of COVID-19 and help ensure resources are allocated properly.

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AI algorithm IDs abnormal chest X-rays from COVID-19 patients https://t.co/IWJ73pb58F #smartHIT
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AI algorithm IDs abnormal chest X-rays from COVID-19 patients

“Instant triage” capability from behold.ai could speed diagnosis of COVID-19 and help ensure resources are allocated properly.

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