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Media Reacts to AI Early Detection of Respiratory Tract Infections Research

Published: 4 August 2025

On July 30, Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ and the MUHC put out the story, "Montreal Researchers use AI and Wearable Sensors to Detect Inflammation Before Symptoms Appear", featuring ground-breaking collaborative research by Dennis Jensen, PhD, Dr. Emily McDonald, and Amir Hadid, PhD.Ìý The study shows thatÌýby analyzing biometric data from wearable technology (i.e. smart rings, watches, and t-shirts), scientists could detect the silent signs of respiratory infection before people begin to feel sick. The story was covered in both English and French media outlets.Ìý

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Here is a running list of media coverage on this research story:

    TV reports

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    The Canadian Press – English

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    • Winnipeg Free Press:
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    The Canadian Press – French

    • L’Actualité:Ìý
    • Profession Santé:Ìý
    • Noovo Info:Ìý

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