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This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Kayla Matthews, freelance journalist, Productivity Bytes. Although Google first gained prominence as a search engine, it quickly moved into other sectors, like smart home tech and cloud computing. One of the latest projects associated with the brand relates to health care, or, more specifically, electronic health records (EHR).
Portugal is making big leaps in telehealth development with the newly introduced National Strategic Telehealth Plan (PENTS), the first document in the National Health System in Portugal and one of the first of its kind in the world. The plan was launched in early November 2019 by the Shared Services of the Portuguese Ministry of Health (SPMS) to advance telehealth, by elaborating on a current vision of the field in the country and defining strategic axes for the 2019-2022 term.
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This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Vidya Murthy, VPO, MedCrypt 5G is on its way, promising high-speed internet access to everyone, everywhere. But how will increased connectivity impact overall security? Cybersecurity companies in the healthcare industry are working to effectively secure hospital networks and medical devices against hacks and vulnerabilities, but as technology like 5G becomes ubiquitous, more and more devices [R
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The following is a guest article by Gee Mathen, Assistant Director of Pharmacy Applications and Technical Services, Texas Children’s Hospital. The largest children’s hospital in the U.S. has implemented a phased rollout of automation solutions from Omnicell to minimize dosing risks unique to pediatric care, realize real-time inventory visibility and control, and save millions annually. […].
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The following is a guest article by Gee Mathen, Assistant Director of Pharmacy Applications and Technical Services, Texas Children’s Hospital. The largest children’s hospital in the U.S. has implemented a phased rollout of automation solutions from Omnicell to minimize dosing risks unique to pediatric care, realize real-time inventory visibility and control, and save millions annually. […].
This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Melanie Purkis, product leader, Liquid Web. The rapid digitalization happening in healthcare promises to streamline patient care and the availability of patient information. Overall, advancements in technology fueling this are a step in the right direction.
Primary topic: Connected Health Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: How Canada is embracing connected health Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Global Edition
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Primary topic: Connected Health Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Using smartphones to measure biomarkers for mental health behavior Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Global Edition
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This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Chad Cragle, information security officer, FormAssembly. Data collection is one of the most important processes in healthcare today. But outdated methods of data collection have made it increasingly difficult to both efficiently collect data and keep it secure.
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Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Huge fines for HIPAA violations are making the news once again. And these are some doozies. The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) are two for two this time - Texas Health and Human Services Commission (TX HHSC) was hit for $.
Primary topic: Population Health Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Pros, cons of using modern tech for mental health Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Global Edition
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Primary topic: Innovation Pulse Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: What's needed for wider adoption of healthcare innovations Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Global Edition
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In healthcare, where patient data protection is paramount, effective vendor risk management isn't just good business—it's essential for maintaining compliance and trust. This comprehensive guide helps healthcare compliance professionals navigate the complexities of third-party vendor relationships in an increasingly interconnected healthcare environment.
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Primary topic: Innovation Pulse Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: What's needed for wider adoption of healthare innovations Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Global Edition
For the 27th episode of the Healthcare IT Podcast, we’re making predictions as to what you should expect to see in health IT in 2020. Last episode, it was fun to look back at the past decade of health IT. In this episode, Colin and John take a look forward and make some 2020 predictions […] Want to know what's going to happen in health IT in 2020?
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