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AMA publishes framework to highlight value of virtual care

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The American Medical Association, in partnership with the law firm Manatt Health, published a framework this week aimed at examining the benefits generated by virtual care. According to the organizations, the Return on Health initiative is aimed at understanding the value of digitally enabled care beyond dollars and cents alone. "Understanding the value of virtual care is vital to inform decision making that facilitates the shift to digitally enabled care models that blend the best features

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Trust in Healthcare is Under Stress in the US and Globally, Edelman Finds

Health Populi

You’re stressed, I’m stressed; most of us have felt stress in the COVID-19 era which began in the U.S. in the first quarter of 2020. Nearly eighteen months later, a 2021 Edelman Trust Barometer update finds that consumers’ trust in the health care industry is under stress, too — in the U.S. and around the world. The first chart from the Edelman health care update demonstrates that in most countries polled, health citizens’ trust in health care was buoyed in the firs

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Rugby organisations trial VR eye-tracking tech for detecting concussions

Mobi Health News

In-match trials will determine accuracy of the technology in identifying abnormalities in the oculomotor functions of rugby players.

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Security Threats Loom as People Return to the Office Warns Blackberry

Healthcare IT Today

In a recent survey conducted by Blackberry, 9 out of 10 respondents reported that they were concerned about staff returning from work-at-home with systems that are unpatched and out of date. To deal with this challenge, Blackberry suggests an approach similar to how COVID cases are handled. I honestly had not thought about the potential […].

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Optimizing Medical Waste Management: A Guide to Best Practices

Feeling overwhelmed by medical waste regulations? This comprehensive guide unravels the complexities of medical waste disposal, ensuring you stay compliant and prioritize safety. Inside you'll find: Clear categorization: Learn to precisely classify medical waste for proper handling and disposal. Labeling & Storage: Discover best practices for clear labeling and secure storage of medical waste.

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Apple releases new tools to meet the needs of folks with mobility, hearing and cognitive disabilities

Mobi Health News

Despite the prevalence of disabilities and the ongoing work of GAAD, significant digital accessibility gaps exist today.

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Kinderhook Sells Synzi to AMN Healthcare

Healthcare IT Today

Kinderhook Industries, LLC (“Kinderhook”) today announced a definitive agreement to sell Telehealth 2017 Holdings, LLC, (“Synzi” or the “Company”) to AMN Healthcare Services, Inc. (NYSE: AMN) for a purchase price of $42.5 million. The acquisition signed and closed on April 7th, 2021. Synzi, based in St. Petersburg, Florida, is a technology company that drives better […].

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Buying or Selling A Medical Practice

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Barry Posner, Esq., partner at Kudman Trachten Aloe & Posner LLP. The COVID-19 pandemic has had an impact on many people’s lives, not the least of whom are the many brave and selfless frontline providers of healthcare services, including doctors, nurses, home health aides and others in a […].

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Insurtech company Bright Health latest digital health company to IPO

Mobi Health News

The company plans to list on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "BHG.

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Cynerio Raises $30 Million in Series B Funding to Secure Mission-Critical Medical and IoT Devices in Hospitals and Health Systems

Healthcare IT Today

Cynerio, the leading provider of Healthcare IoT cybersecurity and asset management solutions, announced today that it secured $30 million in Series B funding. The investment round was led by ALIVE Israel HealthTech Fund, Israel’s pioneering HealthTech investment fund, headed by former health system officials, medical professionals, and veteran medtech entrepreneurs.

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Molecular diagnostics company Atonarp scores $50M in Series D funding

Mobi Health News

The diagnostics maker uses its own spectroscopic technology to detect, analyse, and quantify molecular information.

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HIPAA Compliance: Can Your Organization Avoid Costly Government Penalties and Fines?

Colington Consulting was established in 2013 and helps organizations achieve HIPAA compliance and ensures clients stay current with the latest enforcement trends. We provide a full range of HIPAA compliance services and consulting. What separates us from our competitors is our knowledge of HIPAA compliance regulations and their application to each of our client’s particular scenarios and requirements.

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If you are going to raise money, know what it's for, says digital health consultant

Mobi Health News

Rebecca MacKinnon, founder and CEO of 5D Strategies, will be presenting at HIMSS21 on Aug. 10.

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