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In Saudi Arabia, machine learning model helps reduce outpatient no-shows

Healthcare It News

Two years ago, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs' Riyadh-based hospital, King Abdulaziz Medical City, became the first in the world to reach Stage 7 in four different HIMSS models. (It's recently become a pioneer with some impressive work to reach Stage 6 on another model.) Its advanced use of health information and technology has been a boon for the health system's 1.3 million patients.

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The aftermath of Change: Two experts on how healthcare organizations can prevent the next cyberattack

Healthcare Dive

Healthcare organizations can create an effective cybersecurity strategy that involves an incident response plan, testing, multifactor authentication and automating mundane tasks using artificial intelligence.

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Sharing hospital website user data with 3rd parties is common, study shows

Healthcare It News

A new statistical analysis of 90 distinct hospital websites, drawn from a nationally representative sample of 100 community hospitals, finds that those providers – when they had privacy policies available for consumption – were inadequate in how they accurately disclosed the use of third-party tracking technologies to consumers. In addition to comparing details about third-party recipients of collected user data, user rights and potential uses, the study also looked at the readabilit

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Telehealth linked to modest quality, cost increases, study finds

Healthcare Dive

The findings suggest it would be challenging to restrict telehealth payment in Medicare, researchers said. Some pandemic flexibilities are set to expire at the end of 2024.

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Fertility Benefits Playbook: How HR Leaders Are Delivering Value in 2025

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Fertility benefits have become a crucial component of employee well-being and retention strategies. In today’s competitive landscape, creating a fertility benefits program that aligns with both employee needs and organizational goals can be more complex than it seems. From cycle-based to flat-dollar and telehealth models, each solution offers unique advantages and challenges that directly affect employee satisfaction and financial well-being.

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How text messaging can help improve health equity

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Securing transportation and other needed resources for patients through text messages is one way to ensure health equity for the underserved, says Dr. Emily C. Webber, CMIO at Indiana University Health and 2024 Changemaker Award winner.

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Two Years On From A “Landmark” Abortion Decision in Kenya

Bill of Health

Two years ago, the Kenyan High Court in Malindi decided PAK and Salim Mohammed v. Attorney General et al. , affirming that the constitutional right to abortion is “fundamental.” Approximately 2,600 people lose their lives to unsafe abortion in Kenya each year, with an additional 21,000 people requiring hospitalization. While the Kenyan Constitution, adopted in 2010, allows for abortion when the pregnant person’s life or health is at risk under Article 26(4), the Kenyan Penal Code still criminali

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3 takeaways on the new federal data privacy proposal after its first public showcase

Fierce Healthcare

At the House Energy and Commerce’s data privacy hearing April 17, lawmakers discussed for the first time Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers’ discussion draft of a new federal data privacy bill, the Ameri | House lawmakers revived discussions of a national data privacy law at an Energy & Commerce hearing Wednesday. Here are the key takeaways.

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A Look at the Hospital Room of the Future at Tampa General Hospital

Healthcare IT Today

When healthcare staff approach a hospital room, it’s important to know basic things about the patient like their preferred language, whether they’re in isolation, or whether they’re not supposed to eat (an NPO order). Traditionally, these facts are handled through physical markers or even buried in the patient record. The “digital white board” and “digital door sign” technologies from eVideon display the necessary information automatically where it’

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1st-of-its-kind law protects 'neural data'

Becker's Health IT

With the increasing number of technologies that track brain activity, a new Colorado law aims to protect people's "neural data" from falling into the wrong hands, The New York Times reported.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Anatomy IT Expands Healthcare Specialties Expertise with Acquisition of Managed IT Services Leader

Healthcare IT Today

Anatomy IT , the leading platform for healthcare IT and cybersecurity solutions, and a portfolio company of Atlantic Street Capital (ASC) today announced the acquisition of Manta HealthTech , a healthcare-focused managed IT services firm, to expand its footprint in healthcare subverticals, including dental and optometry. “We recognized Manta HealthTech’s depth and experience serving various healthcare subspecialties with intelligent digital transformation, cybersecurity, value-based

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DHI Snapshot Report examines Trust Digital Maturity Assessment scores

Digital Health News

Digital Health Intelligence has published its latest NHS Trust Digital Maturity Assessment (DMA) Review, providing a snapshot of DMA scores across trusts.

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Dealing with the Elephant in the Waiting Room – Clipboards and Paper Forms

Healthcare IT Today

I recently had a visit to the doctor’s office for a routine procedure. I kid you not that I was asked to complete essentially the same forms 3 different times. Two times electronically and once on paper. The staff assured me that the forms were asking different questions. I frustratingly assured them that 95% of the questions were the same.

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Epicore Biosystems Launches Connected Hydration

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: – Epicore Biosystems (‘Epicore’) , a digital health company developing advanced sweat-sensing wearables to provide real-time personalized hydration insights for performance and safety, today announced the commercial launch of Connected Hydration. – Connected Hydration is the first sweat-sensing wearable patch and mobile app that equips workers with customized, real-time insights about sweat volume loss, electrolyte loss, body temperature and body movement to inf

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.

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South Carolina hospital investigating patient record mishandling

Becker's Health IT

Conway (S.C.) Medical Center is conducting an internal investigation regarding accusations of mishandling of confidential patient health data, The Sun News reported April 18.

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ivWatch prevents IV leakage events at Frimley Health

Digital Health News

ivWatch tech was studied at Frimley Health NHS FT, where it used a predictive algorithm and visible and near-infrared light to detect IV leakage events.

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How the Change Healthcare hack affected patient care

Becker's Health IT

While the financial impacts of the Change Healthcare hack have gotten a lot of attention, the cyberattack has also harmed patients, health system leaders say.

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How hospitals can use their wi-fi and bedside infrastructure to turbocharge innovation

Digital Health News

Matt O'Donovan, the chief executive of SPARK TSL, argues that trusts and health boards need to put their wi-fi and bedside units to work. And the company's acquisition of Sentean Group and its Fusion Bedside platform gives them a new and unique digital transformation platform to drive quantifiable improvements in efficiency and patient engagement.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Trust is a Superpower for Public Health – The 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer Through the Health Lens

Health Populi

Less than 50% of people living in 16 countries do not trust government, media, or NGOs to do what is right to address their health needs and concerns, based on the responses from over 15,000 people living in 16 countries whose opinions are captured in the 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer’s Special Report on Trust and Health. Edelman launched the 2024 Trust Barometer earlier this year during the Davos World Economic Forum, and today released this round of research focused on health.

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NeuroBrave, Sourasky Medical Center partner for generative AI project

Mobi Health News

The research agreement aims to allow paralyzed patients to communicate and use mobile devices.

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How AI Promises to Solve Healthcare’s Staffing Crunch

HealthIT Answers

By Jason Lockbaum - A shortage of staff impacts healthcare organizations in many ways. It means more work for existing staff and then, often, burnout; more limited care for patients and poorer outcomes; and difficulties with workforce distribution and sourcing staff with needed skills. The post How AI Promises to Solve Healthcare’s Staffing Crunch appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Synapticure partners with ALS Association to expand telehealth access

Mobi Health News

ALS Association patient liaisons will be embedded into Synapticure’s virtual clinics to provide support for patients living with ALS.

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How To Empower Your Workforce With Modern Fertility Benefits

Speaker: Andrea Wuchiski

In an era where a workforce spans multiple generations, HR managers and Total Rewards leaders face the unique challenge of designing benefits packages that cater to diverse employee needs. This session will delve into how comprehensive fertility benefits can bridge generational gaps, support employees’ health, and enhance workplace satisfaction. Join us for an insightful session that highlights the strategic importance of fertility benefits in today’s competitive job market.

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30 health systems pursuing top-to-bottom age-friendly care with new collaborative

Fierce Healthcare

Thirty health systems from across the country have signed onto an 18-month initiative to explore how best to provide quality care for older adults. | The Age-Friendly System-Wide Spread Collaborative will see CommonSpirit Health, Advocate Health and others sharing data and best practices on how to provide quality care for older adults at every location.

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The Unique Nature of the Social Determinants of Mental Health

HealthIT Answers

NOW on-demand, Trending NOW episode with host Shahid Shah and guest Malekeh Amini, Founder & CEO of Trayt Health discussing the SDoH and the unique nature of the social determinants of mental health along with industry related trending topics. The post The Unique Nature of the Social Determinants of Mental Health appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Elevance Health sees double-digit profit growth in Q1, posting $2.2B in earnings

Fierce Healthcare

Elevance Health's first-quarter profit grew by double digits year over year, reaching $2.2 billion, according to its earnings report released Thursday morning. | Elevance Health's first-quarter profit grew by double digits year over year, reaching $2.2 billion, according to its earnings report released Thursday morning.

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Health IT Business News, Financial Edition – April 18, 2024

HealthIT Answers

Business and financial news from Zscaler, Lightbeam Health Solutions, HITRUST, Brillio, NextGen Healthcare, eClinicalWorks, Talkiatry, Tendo, eClinicalWorks, Luna, LeanTaaS, eClinicalWorks, Tower Health and Ensemble Health Partners, Longeveron, and more. The post Health IT Business News, Financial Edition – April 18, 2024 appeared first on Health IT Answers.

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Advanced Compliance: OSHA & HIPAA in Healthcare Facilities

Dive into the Compliance Officer's Handbook for advanced OSHA and HIPAA strategies. This guide provides detailed steps for maintaining compliance in healthcare facilities, covering key regulations like the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and HIPAA Privacy Rule. Learn to create a culture of compliance with management commitment, employee training, and regular risk assessments.