Digital Health Update: HHS’ new AI Office, FDA’s report on AI in surveillance – and coming policy

By Laura DiAngelo, MPH

In late July 2024, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a new Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy, elevating what has historically been an office within the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to lead HHS-wide artificial intelligence and technology policy work. Simultaneously, the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) is releasing new guidance, while FDA is previewing future work. Meanwhile, life sciences companies operating in Europe are readying for the AI Act’s implementation.

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