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Creating Brain-Forward Policies Amid a ‘Mass Deterioration Event’

Bill of Health

By Emily R.D. Murphy. COVID-19 will be with us — in our society and in our brains — for the foreseeable future. Especially as death and severe illness rates have dropped since the introduction of vaccines and therapeutics, widespread and potentially lasting brain effects of COVID have become a significant source of discussion, fear , and even pernicious rumors about the privileged deliberately seeking competitive economic advantages by avoiding COVID (by continuing to work from home and use othe

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It’s taking longer to get a doctor appointment, survey finds

Healthcare Dive

The average wait for an appointment is 26 days, pointing to a growing shortage of physicians, a staffing agency said.

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Epic launches data-driven clinical trial matchmaking in its EHR

Healthcare It News

To improve how patients, providers and research sponsors connect, Epic's new Life Sciences program is designed to expand clinical trial access to more patients and better support the development of new research. WHY IT MATTERS. The current disparate systems used for clinical studies can be tedious for patients and providers, according to Epic's announcement.

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Physician adoption of digital health tools is accelerating, AMA research shows

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The American Medical Association's digital health research released today shows increased rates of digital health adoption among physicians over the last six years and provides insights into their expectations. "The AMA survey illustrates the importance physicians place on validated digital health tools that improve health while streamlining the technological and administrative burdens faced each day in medicine," said AMA President Dr.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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The Institutionalization Missing Data Problem

Bill of Health

By Doron Dorfman and Scott Landes. One of the most important lessons from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic needs to be about health surveillance of marginalized health populations — indeed, “who counts depends on who is counted.”. As disability scholars who use data and empirical tools in our work, we want to remind decision makers that advancing just law and policy depends on the systematic collection of accurate data.

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15K nurses on strike across 7 health systems in Minnesota

Healthcare Dive

Twins Cities Hospitals Group, which runs four of the affected hospitals, stands to incur more than $20 million a day in extra costs during the three-day strike, according to a statement.

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How virtual reality can help address the mental health professional shortage

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

More people are in need of mental health treatment today than ever before, but there just aren't enough therapists to meet the growing demand. In 2020, it was estimated that around 41.4 million adults in the U.S. received mental health treatment or counseling. Only an estimated 106,500 psychologists possess current licenses in the United States.

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Disaster Capitalism and Health Care in Prison

Bill of Health

By Stevie Wilson and 9971 Study Group. What happens when the profit motive becomes the determinative factor in the provision of health care and is inserted into the prison? Disaster. Across the country, on the local, state, and federal level, the health care of imprisoned people has been handed over to corporate America. A handful of companies have cornered the correctional health care business: Corizon Health Inc., Wellpath Holdings Inc., NaphCare Inc., PrimeCare Medical Inc. and Armor Correcti

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Rural hospitals face ‘precarious’ outlook as expenses climb, AHA says

Healthcare Dive

Rapidly rising labor, drug and supply costs could trigger another wave of facility closures, the hospital lobby said.

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A state-level view of managing patient care

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HIPAA Compliance 2025: Navigating Regulatory Changes & Industry Trends

Based on comprehensive survey data from diverse healthcare providers, the 2025 HIPAA Benchmark Report delivers actionable intelligence for modern compliance programs. This report examines how organizations are restructuring HIPAA Privacy Programs to address emerging regulatory requirements. Through analysis of staffing models, program operations, and breach management protocols, it provides a clear picture of current best practices.

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Osmind EHR integrates Zoom for psychiatry telehealth

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

San Francisco-based Osmind announced today that its electronic health record system for mental health clinicians has integrated Zoom virtual visits within its technology platform as part of the company's regulatory-compliant ISV Partner Program. WHY IT MATTERS. Within the Osmind EHR, clinicians can access a suite of digital tools to meet high-patient demand, like progress monitoring and journaling tools.

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AMA survey: Doctors more optimistic about digital health tools

Mobi Health News

According to a survey by the American Medical Association, 93% of physicians felt there was some advantage or a definite advantage to using digital health tools in 2022, compared with 85% in 2016.

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Physician burnout higher in 2021 than 2020, study shows

Healthcare Dive

Burnout can push providers to leave the profession or retire early, and poses other complications for health systems and clinics.

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Srisawan Hospital pursues further digitalisation through partnerships with GE Healthcare, InterSystems

Healthcare It News

Srisawan Hospital, a private tertiary healthcare provider in Thailand, is stepping up on its digitalisation efforts to further raise its quality of care provision and hospital experience. Recently, it signed a memorandum of understanding with GE Healthcare for the deployment of digital solutions for asset management and management of workforce resources.

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Simplify Screening for Excluded Providers

Every health care provider that accepts federal payments must screen for excluded providers. Use this sample Exclusion Screening Checklist and Compliance Policy to evaluate and improve your organization’s compliance with the law. Payments from Medicare, Medicaid, and TriCare trigger screening requirements that may extend to employees, contractors, volunteers, board members, and network providers.

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How telehealth can keep people with disabilities out of the ER

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Emergency departments should be a last-stop medical option, but for people with disabilities, who visit EDs at a disproportionate rate compared with those without disabilities, this last stop becomes more commonplace. Virtual care has inherent advantages that help to prevent excess visits to the ED for all populations, including people with disabilities.

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Physicians More Bullish On the Benefits of Digital Tools for Patient Care, the AMA Tells Us

Jane Sarashon

Most doctors see the advantages of digital health tools like telehealth, consumers’ access to their health information, and point-of-care workflow solutions, the American Medical Association found in a survey of 1300 physicians, published in September 2022. The AMA first conducted research with physicians and their views on digital health in July 2016.

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Sharing responsibility for workplace culture

Healthcare Dive

Fostering a culture of brilliance takes more than just buy-in at the top level, it takes everyone.

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YouTube, KFF partnering on health equity streaming content

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

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.

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HIMSS policy leader discusses telehealth bill, EU privacy rules

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The New Kid on the Block: How Blockchain Can Revolutionize Access to Healthcare Data

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Guy Tish, Co-Founder and CTO at Briya. Data is the bread and butter of the digital health industry. Researchers and caregivers must be able to access high quality and up-to-date information securely. This is key to accelerating time to medicine, developing new treatments and providing better care. But where does this information come from?

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CVS enters into 4 new states for ACA exchange plans

Healthcare Dive

The insurer has been bullish on expanding its ACA footprint since 2021, when its payer business Aetna said it would return to the exchanges after exiting them in 2017.

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New Footscray Hospital to deploy Hills' nurse call platform

Healthcare It News

The new Footscray Hospital in Melbourne's west is adopting a nurse call solution from Hills Health Solutions, the digital health arm of ASX-listed company Hills Limited. Hills Limited won the estimated A$7 million ($4.7 million) contract to supply and install its Nurse Call platform in more than 500 beds in the upcoming hospital. According to a media release, the nurse call system will be integrated with smart touchscreen terminals in every patient room to improve workflow management and rep

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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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Improving access to healthcare at the VA

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Lessons learned from 11 right of access violations

MRO Compliance

Lessons learned from 11 right of access violations. September 12, 2022. Revenue Cycle Advisor. Covered entities and business associates still have trouble getting patients their medical records in a timely fashion. View Full Article.

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Amazon, Walmart among hundreds of employers, health groups urging Senate to extend telehealth flexibilities

Healthcare Dive

The groups sent a letter to lawmakers on Tuesday asking them to extend pandemic-era access to virtually delivered care, including waiving provider and patient location limitations.

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Boosting population health with increased patient engagement

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Healthcare Vendor Risk Management: Strategies for Protected Data

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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Solving the Cybersecurity Gap in Healthcare IT Digital Transformation

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Terry Young, Director, Service Provider Marketing at A10 Networks. The COVID-19 pandemic intensified public awareness of their personal vulnerability when broadband service becomes unavailable or gets disrupted. This has also spurred massive government funding to close the broadband gap (the digital divide) and provide connectivity to unconnected or underserved communities. .

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Period tracking app Flo releases anonymous mode and more digital health briefs

Mobi Health News

LifePoint Health announced a partnership with Google Cloud to use its Healthcare Data Engine, and the National Institutes of Health will invest $130 million over four years to accelerate the use of AI in biomedical and behavioral research.

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Period tracker Flo launches anonymous mode amid post-Roe privacy concerns

Healthcare Dive

The company, which has a dominant market share with 48 million monthly users and has faced regulatory scrutiny over privacy in the past, originally pledged to release the mode shortly after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

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WA's East Metropolitan Health begins rollout of wearable tech for remote ED patient monitoring

Healthcare It News

Wearable devices are being deployed across emergency departments in East Metropolitan Health, beginning with implementation at Armadale Hospital. The technology rollout is being introduced as part of the Health in a Virtual Environment service. It is being formally introduced first at Armadale Hospital following trials at Royal Perth Hospital (RPH) and Bentley Hospital.

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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.