Bill of Health

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Photo credit: Martina Šalov by Jessica Morris The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) is the world’s largest alliance of national professional societies of obstetricians and gynecologists. FIGO supports comprehensive, equitable, and accessible sexual and reproductive health (SRH) for everyone, recognizing that these are fundamental human rights and essential components needed to achieve global health goals.

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Healthcare Dive

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Vertex AI Search for Healthcare is designed to quickly query a patient’s medical record. Google says the tool will reduce the administrative burden for payers and providers.

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Healthcare It News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Sunway partners with Medtronic to test surgical robotics Sunway Healthcare Group in Malaysia recently announced its partnership with Medtronic. According to a social media announcement, they signed a memorandum of understanding to work together to improve the centres of excellence at its flagship hospital, Sunway Medical Centre, which specialises in spine, neuroscience, and cardiovascular medicine.

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Healthcare Dive

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The financially struggling healthcare and pharmacy giant also pulled its earnings guidance, citing increased medical cost pressures in its health benefits unit.

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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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OCTOBER 18, 2024

Western Australia Country Health Service board chair Dr Neale Fong shares how they are enabling telemedicine and remote patient monitoring.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 18, 2024

With a Heritage in Safety, RLDatix Expands its Suite of Connected Healthcare Operations Solutions to Equip Healthcare Organizations with a 360-Degree View of Providers, Patient Safety, and Care Quality RLDatix , the leading global provider of connected healthcare operations software and services, announced its acquisition of SocialClimb LLC , a healthcare technology company supplying patient satisfaction, reputation management, and revenue growth solutions to provider groups, hospitals, and heal

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 18, 2024

What You Should Know: – As more people search for solutions to help manage their mental health, the interest and usage of smartphone apps and digital tools continues to grow. But when it comes to starting a journey with a digital health app, it may be overwhelming when there are many to choose from. – That’s why UnitedHealthcare is bringing Calm Health to more than 13 million commercial members as part of its offerings.

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Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The AI avatar, Liv, can hold conversations in real-time to provide individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's with resources and aid.

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Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 18, 2024

It's a tumultuous time at industry giant CVS Health, and on Friday the company revealed a shake-up at the top that now has David Joyner stepping in as CEO. | It's a tumultuous time at industry giant CVS Health, and on Friday the company revealed a shake-up at the top that now has David Joyner stepping in as CEO.

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Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 18, 2024

What You Should Know: – Artera , a provider of patient communication solutions for healthcare organizations, has announced a series of AI-powered innovations and platform enhancements at its annual customer conference, Artera Heartbeat. – These advancements aim to optimize patient engagement, streamline operations, and reduce administrative burden for healthcare providers.

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Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The HLTH 2024 conference will kick off Sunday in Las Vegas with an expected 12,000 attendees from across the industry to plot the future of healthcare innovation. | The HLTH 2024 conference will kick off Sunday in Las Vegas with an expected 12,000 attendees from across the industry to plot the future of healthcare innovation.

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Digital Health News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

UK Biobank "strongly" refutes claims that researchers from a ‘race science’ network obtained volunteers' sensitive health information.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 18, 2024

At this point, it is very well understood that cybersecurity is not only a need for your organization, but that your security measures need to be top of the line. With how sophisticated and frequent cyber threats and attacks have gotten, there is not a single area of your organization that you can try to cut corners on to save some revenue – as those cut corners will be found and exploited, costing your organization way more than what you tried to save.

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Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Natalie Schibell, MPH, our VP of Marketing, Strategy, Intelligence, and Insights at Zyter|TruCare In today’s intricate healthcare landscape, seamless data exchange across diverse systems has shifted from a convenience to a critical ethical and business imperative. Interoperability has become the foundational element that enables healthcare IT systems to communicate effectively and exchange real-time data across the continuum of care.

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Digital Health News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The government has awarded £12m to UK projects that are researching wearable tech, VR and AI to reduce drug deaths and improve outcomes.

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Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The large-scale study on open and closed models revealed LLMs exhibit noticeable variance when responding to different instantiations of the same question.

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Digital Health News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

A huge amount of online health advice is aimed at women. Now there is a safe and convenient way to cut through the misinformation.

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Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The grant will fund research to improve Veris cancer platform for underserved patients.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Michael Drescher, VP of Payer Strategy at Xsolis The exasperation among doctors frustrated by prior authorization battles with health insurance providers is not unique. Prior authorization frustrates everyone in the healthcare industry — to say nothing of patients. But don’t forget about the health insurance company frustrations in this, too. For every doctor tired of submitting more information to justify warranted care, a payer is feeling the same frustration, having to make repeated requests

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Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Cigna has brought merger talks with Humana back from the dead, according to a new report in Bloomberg.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 18, 2024

What You Should Know: – Phenomix Sciences , a precision medicine biotechnology company that brings data intelligence to the treatment of obesity, announces a new partnership to advance precision medicine in obesity with InformedDNA, the nation’s leading applied genomics solutions company. – The collaboration integrates Phenomix’s MyPhenomeTM genetic obesity test with InformedDNA’s DNAimpact TM precision health platform, broadening access to genetics-based weight management care

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Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

Becker's Health IT

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Nashville, Tenn.-based Vanderbilt University Medical Center is alerting its employees to the rising threat of "vishing," a form of AI-generated voice phishing.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 18, 2024

What You Should Know: – Mira , a provider of women’s health solutions, has launched the Menopause Transitions Kit , an AI-powered at-home hormone monitor designed to help women navigate the complexities of menopause. – The comprehensive menopause transitions kit empowers women to track their hormone levels, understand their unique transition journey, and make informed decisions about their health.

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Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Oscar Health is expanding its reach in the individual market, and plans to offer coverage in 504 markets in 18 states for the 2025 plan year. | Oscar Health is expanding its reach in the individual market, and plans to offer coverage in 504 markets in 18 states for the 2025 plan year.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 18, 2024

What You Should Know: – CVS Health has announced the appointment of David Joyner as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective October 17, 2024. – Joyner succeeds Karen Lynch, who has stepped down from her position. This leadership transition comes as CVS Health also released preliminary financial results for the third quarter of 2024.

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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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