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Home Is Where the Health Is, CareMore Health (And Most People) Believe

Health Populi

Most people dealing with chronic conditions, and those who care for them, believe that “home is where the health is,” according to a survey about the “21st century house call” from CareMore Health. To gain peoples’ perspectives on health care at home and chronic disease management, CareMore Health and Aspire Health commissioned a survey among 2,009 U.S. adults 23 years of age and over in September and October 2019.

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5 Most Innovative Healthcare Apps of 2020

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Paresh Sagar, CEO, Excellent Webworld. The technology that has made you stagnant and lazy is the same technology that will help you get back in shape. Today we’ll be learning about the five most innovative health apps that you must use in 2020. If you have some amazing healthcare app ideas, leave that in […].

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AI, telehealth could help address hospital workforce challenges

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Technologies such as telehealth and artificial intelligence could help health systems combat professional shortages in hospitals, according to a report on key workforce strategic planning trends released by the American Hospital Association. Telehealth in particular could be useful to providers as health care is increasingly delivered outside of traditional settings and evolves to team-based models of care, according to AHA.

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Stanford Medicine: Physicians, medical students are interested in digital health, data-driven care

Mobi Health News

More often than not, survey respondents said that patient data collected using apps, wearables or other consumer-friendly sources are clinically valuable.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

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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Dr. Roboto? Stanford Medicine Foresees Digital Doctors “Maturing”

Health Populi

Physicians are evolving as digital doctors, embracing the growing role of data generated in electronic health records as well as through their patients using wearable technologies and mobile health apps downloaded in ubiquitous smartphones, described in The Rise of the Data-Driven Physician , a 2020 Health Trends Report from Stanford Medicine. Stanford Medicine interviewed 523 physicians and 210 medical students and residents in September and October 2019 to assess clinicians’ perspectives

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Difrent and Visionable announce partnership to empower healthcare transformation through video collaboration

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Healthcare video collaboration platform Visionable has announced a partnership with professional services company Difrent to help healthcare organisations work more efficiently. The strategic alliance will support clinical teams in the NHS to facilitate virtual clinician-to-patient consultation, shared clinical decision making, and access to specialist resources through Visionable’s clinical-grade platform.

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In Shrewd Move, Amazon Quietly Captures Huge Store Of UK Health Information

Healthcare IT Today

Amazon has quietly struck a data-sharing deal with England’s National Health Service giving it free access to a range of health data from British consumers. While the trove of data Amazon captured may not be as rich as those gathered by, say, Google or Apple, it’s still a pretty sweet deal, especially given that few […].

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The Fed’s plan for 2020? Bring long-awaited innovation to kidney disease

Mobi Health News

On the sidelines of the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference this week, HHS top brass discussed plans for regulatory reform, an innovation accelerator and more.

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New Age EHRs: Required Features and Functionalities To Ensure Patient and Physician Satisfaction

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Kali Durgampudi, chief technology, innovation officer, Greenway Health. The electronic health record (EHR) industry continues to undergo a significant transformation, with many physicians asking themselves whether they consider their EHR a friend or a foe.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

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?

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NSW Health transforming models of care in rural areas

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Primary topic: Telehealth Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: NSW Health transforming models of care in rural areas Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Australia Sponsor: NSW Health

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Physicians Increasingly Interested In Use of Patient-Generated Health Data

Healthcare IT Today

A new report from Stanford Medicine suggests that after years of holding it at arms’ length, physicians are becoming more comfortable with the use of patient-generated health data. According to a survey conducted for Stanford’s 2020 Health Trends Report, which polled more than 700 physicians, residents and medical students, the industry is seeing the rise […].

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Diabetes care platform Virta scores $93M

Mobi Health News

The new funding was led by Caffeinated Capital with participation from Venrock, Obvious Ventures, Creandum, Playground Global and SciFi VC.

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How New Technology Is Helping Hospitals To Reduce and Manage Waste

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. When it comes to waste management in hospitals, it’s easy to imagine old needles, bags of toxic organic waste, and a broad range of other disturbing materials. However, many hospitals also have other issues when it comes to effective waste management.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

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

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Nurses Continue to Reign #1 in Honesty and Ethics; Healthcare Pro’s 4 of Top 5 in Annual Gallup Poll

Health Populi

The topline of this year’s annual Gallup Poll into honesty and ethics of professions finds nurses sustaining their reign as the top trusted profession in America. But it’s also important to point out that four of the top five most ethical professions are people working on the front lines of health care: doctors (#3), pharmacists (#4) and dentists (#5).

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Interview with Unblock Health Co-Founder, Grace Cordovano

Healthcare IT Today

When I saw the announcement of Unblock Health by my friends and colleagues, Dr. Grace Cordovano, BCPA, and Shahid Shah, I knew I had to learn more and help them in their efforts to Unblock Health for patients everywhere. If you’re interested in helping patients have more of a voice in healthcare and access to […].

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Healthy.io launches wound care tech in US

Mobi Health News

The new tool is aimed at helping nurses measure and keep track of wounds.

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Quality Is Critical In Today’s Data Deluge: Put Processes and Tools In Place For Robust Data Quality

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Rahul Mehta, senior vice president and head of data management proficiency, CitiusTech. The sheer volume and variety of data, such as claims, EMRs, lab systems, and IoT now available to healthcare organizations is mind-boggling. The potential to pull data from these myriad sources to work for real-time care intervention, clinical quality improvement, and value-based […].

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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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With Multiple Generations on the Job in Healthcare, How Do Their Work Ethics Differ?

HealthStream

When people of multiple generations work together in healthcare, it is important to appreciate each other’s differing approach to work. Understanding the variance in work ethic, approach to authority, and taste for collaboration can go a long way towards helping everyone be more successful in their jobs.

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Wearable and Health Tech for Consumers – #HITsm Chat Topic

Healthcare IT Today

We’re excited to share the topic and questions for this week’s #HITsm chat happening Friday, 1/17 at Noon ET (9 AM PT). This week’s chat will be hosted by Kevin Kunzmann (@NotADoctorKevin) and Samara Rosenfeld (@RosenfeldSamara) of @MDMagazine on the topic of “Wearable and Health Tech for Consumers” Note: This #HITsm chat is a crossover chat with […].

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Proteus parts ways with Otsuka as it pivots toward oncology, infectious disease treatment adherence

Mobi Health News

The pharma company walks away with the full license for Proteus' mental health treatment adherence technology.

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What’s Next For Nursing? How A Changing Paradigm Is Impacting The Profession

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Nurses play an all important role in healthcare’s shift from sick care to wellness-based models as the front-line professionals closest to patients. Always an intricate balance of art and science, nursing practice most continue to evolve to place patients where they should have been all along—in the center of care.

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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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Understanding Sexual Harassment and Abuse

HealthStream

At a basic level, sexual abuse and sexual harassment are improper conduct in which individuals are engaged. Understanding what is involved and the responses required for organizations and individuals who encounter these crimes is essential for handling them appropriately.

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Epic EMR Parody Twitter Account is Back – Fun Friday

Healthcare IT Today

Good news for all of us who like some good EHR and Health IT Humor (and you know we do). The @EpicEMRparody Twitter account took a break for a little while, but now they’re back and sharing the humor again. In case you missed it, you can see our previous Fun Friday highlighting the Epic […].

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New smartphone camera test could speed up urinary tract infection diagnosis

Mobi Health News

Scientists at the University of Bath say the test can help fight the global threat of antibiotic resistance.

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About Amazon’s New “Transcribe Medical” Service

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Kayla Matthews, freelance journalist, Productivity Bytes. Amazon has been slowly making forays into fields outside of retail, a sector they currently dominate. One of their latest changes is moving into the healthcare and life sciences fields by offering a HIPAA-compliant transcription program.

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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.