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 AHA Requests OCR to Revise Online Tracking Guidance and Focus on Protecting Patient Information
DistilINFO Hospital IT - (Tuesday May 23, 2023) The American Hospital Association (AHA) has urged the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (OCR) to finalize its proposed “commonsense” amendments to the HIPAA Privacy Rule to support reproductive…  The Advantages and Challenges of Implementing Electronic Shelf Labels in Hospitals | The Healthcare Guys
The Healthcare Guys - (Tuesday May 23, 2023) Electronic shelf labels (ESLs) are widely known for their application in retail stores. However, they can also provide benefits to the healthcare industry, particularly in hospitals. ESLs are digital displays that replace paper labels… |
 FTC Proposes Changes to Breach Notification Rule for Health Apps and Connected Devices
DistilINFO Hospital IT - (Tuesday May 23, 2023) The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is proposing changes to its breach notification rule to include apps and connected devices that collect personal health information. The proposed changes would require these companies to notify consumers and the…  NHS England online service aims to eradicate hepatitis C
Digital Health - (Tuesday May 23, 2023) NHS England and Preventx have launched a digital-first, remote testing service for hepatitis C, which will support the NHS’ ambition to eliminate the virus ahead of the World Health Organization (WHO)’s goal of eradicating… |
 Nigeria embraces healthtech solutions
Omnia Health Insights - (Tuesday May 23, 2023) As one of the largest populations in Africa, Nigeria has a significant burden of disease, which creates a strong demand for healthcare services. The country is also facing brain drain, which presents a leaner…  More WA sites shift to Altera Opal
Healthcare IT news - (Tuesday May 23, 2023) More health sites in Western Australia have moved from paper records to digital medical records by Altera Digital Health.The Altera Opal is now live at Rockingham General Hospital, Murray District Hospital, and nearby community… |
 SNU researchers develop AI for sleep apnea diagnosis
MobiHealthNews - (Tuesday May 23, 2023) A new AI model for diagnosing sleep apnea has been developed by a research team at Seoul National University Bundang Hospital.The deep learning model analyses cephalograms, focusing on the tongue and its surrounding structures,…  Monash-developed AI wearable patch monitors multiple health signs
MobiHealthNews - (Tuesday May 23, 2023) Engineering and IT researchers from Monash University have combined nanotechnology and AI to create wearable technology for remote health monitoring.They came up with an ultra-thin wearable patch that is worn on the neck to measure… |
 Providers Need to Commit to VBC Sooner Rather Than Later, Experts Agree – MedCity News
MedCity News - (Tuesday May 23, 2023) Over the pandemic, the amount of private equity investment in value-based care companies increased more than fourfold. This is encouraging, but the healthcare industry still has a lot of unanswered questions to grapple with…  Q/A: IQVIA’s Global Lead Talks Unlocking AI for Drug Repurposing
HIT Consultant - (Tuesday May 23, 2023) Nathan Sommerford, Global Lead for Drug Discovery and Development, IQVIA In an interview with HIT Consultant, Nathan Sommerford, Global Lead for Drug Discovery and Development, IQVIA talks how unlocking artificial intelligence (AI) in drug repurposing… |
