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Ensuring Workplace Fire Safety: OSHA Requirements for Fire Prevention Plans, Fire Extinguishers, and Exit Routes

Total Medical Compliance Resources

Fire safety regulations date back to 1895 when concerns arose from the lack of standards for sprinkler systems and plumbers had logistical challenges when they attempted to install or maintain these systems. Following this initial attempt, the need for fire safety regulations was stressed due to the deadly fire that broke out at the Illinois’ Iroquois Theater.

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The Importance of Cybersecurity for Healthcare Practices: A Necessity Not to be Overlooked

Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

In the rapidly evolving world of technology, cybersecurity has emerged as a critical issue, particularly in the healthcare sector. Cybersecurity isn’t just an optional add-on but rather an essential component of a successful and compliant healthcare practice. Why is Cybersecurity Important in Healthcare? Healthcare practices handle a lot of sensitive and confidential data.

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NuraLogix Unveils Integration Availability of its Anura™ Telehealth Platform

HIT Consultant

What You Should Know: NuraLogix , a global pioneer in Affective Ai1, is pleased to announce the availability of its highly anticipated Anura™ Telehealth solution for integration into healthcare professionals’ telehealth offerings. Powered by its cloud based Affective A i platform, DeepAffex™, Anura™ Telehealth enables real-time assessment of vital signs during video consultation sessions.

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New mental health ‘unicorn’ Headway lands $125M to broaden access to in-network providers

Fierce Healthcare

Headway, a startup that connects patients with mental health providers covered by insurance, picked up $125 million in fresh funding to build out its provider network to all 50 states. | Headway, a startup that connects patients with mental health providers covered by insurance, picked up $125 million in fresh funding to build out its provider network to all 50 states.

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.

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Weekly Roundup – October 7, 2023

Healthcare IT Today

Welcome to our Healthcare IT Today Weekly Roundup. Each week, we’ll be providing a look back at the articles we posted and why they’re important to the healthcare IT community. We hope this gives you a chance to catch up on anything you may have missed during the week. How Technology can Address Clinician Shortage and Burnout. We are facing an estimated 900K deficit of registered nurses by the end of this decade.

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'Equity' in the Pandemic Treaty: The False Hope of ‘Access and Benefit-Sharing'

HealthLaw Prof Blog

Abbie Rose Hampton (King’s College), Mark Eccleston-Turner (King’s College), Michelle Rourke (Griffith University), Stephanie Switzer (University of Strathclyde), ‘Equity’ in the Pandemic Treaty: The False Hope of ‘Access and Benefit-Sharing’, Int’l & Comp. L.Q. (forthcoming): During COVID-19 the international community.