Thu.Sep 05, 2024

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The New DTC Channel Is…A Vending Machine (From Advil to Plan B)

Health Populi

I’m off to Florence, Italy, soon, where about 10 years ago I happened upon a vending machine sited outside of a pharmacy just a few blocks from the Duomo — the Farmacia Della Condotta. And in that vending machine, accessible at all hours (especially overnight when the pharmacy was closed), were all manners of direct-to-consumer self-care goods… including condoms.

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Thailand-Russia cooperate for telehealth and more briefs

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Private providers in Thailand, Russia sign telehealth collab Two large private healthcare providers in Thailand and Russia have partnered to cooperate in such areas as telehealth and medical tourism. Bangkok Dusit Medical Services, a network of 58 hospitals in Thailand, and Medsi Group, which runs 148 medical clinics including a digital clinic in Russia, formalised cooperation in providing medical services to their patients in their respective countries.

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SCAN embraces 'rebels with a cause' founding in new brand identity

FierceHealthIT

SCAN Group is refreshing its visual identity, building its new look around honoring the "rebels with a cause" that founded the company and who continue to inspire its work. | SCAN Group is refreshing its visual identity, building its new look around honoring the "rebels with a cause" that founded the company and who continue to inspire its work.

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How To Safeguard Healthcare Data and Systems in The Digital Age

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Pukar Hamal, Founder and CEO at SecurityPal While Electronic Health Records (EHRs) have made managing data easier, they’ve also become a prime target for cybercriminals. The healthcare industry, with its diverse range of patients and stakeholders, faces especially high stakes when it comes to data security. A breach can be incredibly costly—according to the IBM/Ponemon Institute’s 2023 Cost of a Data Breach Study , the average cost of a healthcare data breach

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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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Industry Voices—Strategies to stem losses of America's primary care doctors

FierceHealthIT

Charles Jantzen, M.D., found himself swept up in the same current so many newly trained family physicians are in upon graduating from residency: employed by the health system where he previously tr | There is no single solution to this primary care shortage. Its complex drivers both shrink the entry pipeline and increase the terminal exodus.

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New Mountain Capital merges Apixio, Varis and The Rawlings Group in $3B deal

FierceHealthIT

Private equity firm New Mountain Capital merged three health tech companies in a multi-billion dollar deal to be a top player in the payment integrity market. | Private equity firm New Mountain Capital merged three health tech companies in a multi-billion dollar deal to be a top player in the payment integrity market.

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Concerns over go-live date for Northampton maternity service EPR

DigitalHealth

A lack of implementation date for a maternity EPR at Northampton General Hospital poses “potential operational risks”, a board report says.

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Elevance Health adds ACA plans in Florida, Maryland, Texas

FierceHealthIT

Elevance Health subsidiary WellPoint announced the company is debuting individual marketplace plans in Florida, Maryland and Texas. | Elevance Health subsidiary Wellpoint is debuting plans in three states for the 2025 coverage year.

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Overcoming the Challenge of AI Integration with Existing Systems

BHM Healthcare Solutions

AI integration into existing legacy systems presents a significant challenge for many healthcare organizations. These legacy systems, often built on outdated frameworks, are not designed to work seamlessly with advanced AI tools, leading to potential disruptions, increased costs, and slower adoption rates. The post Overcoming the Challenge of AI Integration with Existing Systems appeared first on BHM Healthcare Solutions.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Ascension Michigan's 8 hospitals joining Henry Ford Health joint venture on Sept. 30

FierceHealthIT

A joint venture between Henry Ford Health and Ascension announced last year will close at the end of the month and launch October 1, the organizations announced Wednesday. | The deal announced last year creates a 13-hospital, 50,000-person joint venture hospital system that retains Henry Ford Health's branding and headquarters.

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Epic Stats and Interesting Comments from Judy Faulkner at Epic UGM

Healthcare IT Today

There were so many announcements made at Epic UGM that we didn’t want to make the article any longer with the various interesting stats that were shared at Epic UGM. Plus, Judy Faulkner also shared a number of interesting comments and insights that we thought the Healthcare IT Today community would enjoy too. They definitely speak to some of the culture and direction of Epic (Watch for episode 149 of the Healthcare IT Today podcast where we dive into that as well).

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Kaiser Permanente, Walgreens' CareCentrix back Vesta Healthcare's $65M round

FierceHealthIT

Virtual care provider Vesta Healthcare announced the close of $65 million in series C funding with new debt financing. The round brings the company to a total of $160 million raised since 2019. | Digital health platform Vesta Healthcare announced the close of $65 million in series C funding with new debt financing. The company, which supports senior patients and their caregivers, has raised a total of $160 million since 2019.

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Innovate UK U-turns on funding for female tech founders

DigitalHealth

Innovate UK has reversed its decision to slash 50% of grants for the ‘Women in Innovation’ awards, following a campaign by female founders.

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The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

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Shrinkflation Hits Healthcare

Digital Health Wire

Shrinkflation is hitting healthcare, and patients aren’t too happy about longer waits for shorter visits. NYC Health and Hospitals rocked the boat last week after telling its primary care physicians to slash appointment times in half to 20 minutes, so they could squeeze in more patients. The public health system is grappling with 50,000 new primary care patients since 2021, which caused wait times to double to an average of 22 days.

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A mixed-method randomised controlled feasibility trial of digital CBT and emotion regulation skills training for employees in the workplace (REST)

BMC Digital Health

Digital interventions for depression and anxiety can be as effective as face-to-face therapy. One in six workers experience some form of mental health problems, making the workplace a potential avenue to deliv.

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3 Reasons to Add Short-Form Videos to Your Marketing Strategy

Geonetric

Open up just about any social app these days, and you’ll see it: short-from video. Spurred on by the success of TikTok, platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube have gotten in on the action with their own short-form video feeds. More users are consuming short-form videos than ever before, and they’ve quickly become a vital […] Read 3 Reasons to Add Short-Form Videos to Your Marketing Strategy at Geonetric.com.

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Application Modernization To Optimize User Experience

LeanIX

Application modernization is crucial for improving the user experience for your employees and customers. Discover why both app mod and UX are so important for your business.

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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