The Future of Care: AI’s Role in Remotely Monitoring Patients
For Essen Health, the past year and a half has seen the company innovating in home healthcare by making a massive leap forward in using technology to monitor patient vitals from their homes.
Improving Patient Access to Their Data
With more than 20 million cancer patients in the U.S., many patients are interested in volunteering their data and experiences to aid in the creation of treatments, but there isn’t a formal mechanism for that right now. So 4medica has created a patient health record app with a user interface that enables the patient to assign their data, or even individual reports and documents, to a doctor or institution.
Radiology Study: Iodine Allergy is a Myth
In short, an allergy to iodine does not and cannot exist. We conclude that the reactions patients have had to seafood, shellfish, povidone-iodine, and iodine-based contrast agents used for imaging tests are real but are likely caused by other non-iodine component proteins or molecules.
The Opioid Crisis Continues: Have You Bolstered Your Health System’s Drug Diversion Defenses Yet?
Healthcare organizations, whose staff are continuing to feel the stress of COVID-19, will need to double down on diversion prevention strategies in the coming months to avoid serious legal, financial, and clinical consequences, from massive monetary fines to the spread of healthcare-acquired infections such as hepatitis C.
Healthcare Leaders Reveal Their Most Common EHR Roadblocks—and How to Overcome Them
A recent survey of leading healthcare CIOs reveals four of the most critical barriers that prevent organizations from getting the most out of their EHR investments—and action steps that can better facilitate value.
The Democratization of Ultrasound
But while the “democratization of ultrasound” via POCUS technology is good news for healthcare providers, the technology has the potential to increase risks for patients if used incorrectly. Misuse of these handheld devices can lead to incorrect diagnoses, delays in care, or even death. The expanded use of POCUS technology must be supported by equally broad adoption of usage standards, ensuring that healthcare professionals receive proper training and certification.
The Impact of Rapid Digital Transformation: Protecting Healthcare Data
Ransomware in particular has become a relentless challenge for healthcare. Sixty-seven percent of healthcare delivery organizations have been targeted by ransomware during the pandemic, and a third of those organizations have been attacked more than once. Ransomware is finding favorite pathways into healthcare organizations, as well: It’s estimated that 90% of phishing emails—which are growing cleverer and more effective—contain ransomware.
Robot + CO2 Laser: A Dual Tool Against Rising HPV-Related Head and Neck Cancers
When surgical robots first appeared over a decade ago, they offered the capability of working with four articulating hands, as well as impressive 3D endoscopic visualization. But the robotic instrument arms were initially limited to cautery. Soon thereafter, lasers were adapted to the robotic surgery platform, bringing the advantages of both modalities to the operating room.
Setting a Smart-Growth Approach to Telehealth in Motion: Three Insights
In 2020, telehealth investments focused on speed, not strategy, as healthcare providers and payers rushed to meet the need for virtual care during the pandemic. Now, a recent Amwell/HIMSS survey shows there’s a need to move toward purposeful growth in telehealth.
Tying Health Equity to Quality
The survey of more than 500 healthcare professionals found a sizable increase from 2019 to 2021 in the number of healthcare leaders who identify health equity as one of their organization’s top three priorities: from 25% in 2019 to 58% in 2021.