Fri.Nov 03, 2023

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Jolly Good developing digital therapy VR for Apple Vision Pro and more digital health briefs

Mobi Health News

Also, new AI-powered mobile apps in Hong Kong support at-home stroke rehabilitation and the mental health of parents of children with special education needs.

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South Korea forms national commission for promoting bio-health tech and more briefs

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

South Korea forms national bio-health commission The South Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW) has recently enacted the presidential decree that establishes the Bio-health Innovation Commission. This commission, according to a press release, seeks to foster the local bio-health industry and provide systemic support for the integration of the latest technologies, including AI and nanotechnology.

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Q&A: The status of the White House-led CancerX initiative

Mobi Health News

Jennifer Goldsack, CEO of the Digital Medicine Society, which co-hosts the CancerX initiative, discusses advances in improving cancer care options via digital innovation.

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Wachter: NHS needs ‘new central investment’ to achieve digital maturity

DigitalHealth

Professor Bob Wachter believes the NHS requires ‘a new central investment’ to achieve digital maturity and realise the potential of emerging technologies.

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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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OntarioMD Looks to Help with AI Adoption and EMR Improvements

Healthcare IT Today

In an insightful conversation with Healthcare IT Today, Rob Fox, the Chief Executive Officer of OntarioMD , shared the organization’s pivotal role in advancing healthcare in Ontario. OntarioMD is embarking on two ambitious initiatives. One is aimed at helping Electronic Medical Record (EMR) users in Ontario drive down costs and have a bigger voice with vendors.

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Uniguest Expands Presence and Capabilities in Healthcare through Acquisition of pCare

Healthcare IT Today

Nashville-Based Uniguest Acquires pCare, a Leader in Interactive Patient Engagement Systems Uniguest , a global leader in digital engagement technology to multiple end markets, has announced the acquisition of pCare , a New York-based provider of interactive patient engagement systems designed to improve patient outcomes and experience while making the work of healthcare teams safer and simpler.

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Industry Voices—UnitedHealthcare's Advance Notification program is getting in the way of patient care

FierceHealthIT

Insurance policies are notoriously known for red tape and processes that burden both doctors and patients. | The time-sensitive GI procedures that UHC is targeting with prior authorization are critical in helping to detect, treat, and monitor a range of diseases that impact millions of Americans.

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DigitalHealth.London Launchpad open for applications

DigitalHealth

The 6th instalment of the DigitalHealth.London Launchpad programme is open for companies nearing launch stage of their health-focused product or service.

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Industry Voices—Why 'new' isn't always better in innovating healthcare

FierceHealthIT

Innovation is often measured and marked by disruption – particularly in healthcare. | Innovation is often measured and marked by disruption – particularly in healthcare.

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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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Daye expands capabilities of diagnostic tampon to include STI screening

DigitalHealth

Daye has expanded the capabilities of its diagnostic tampon to now include STI screening, helping to make the testing process easier and quicker.

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Independence Blue Cross unveils three new health plans for small businesses

FierceHealthIT

Among a rush of new changes in 2024, Independence Blue Cross is introducing new health plans, increased access to virtual care and in-network dental plans. | Independence Blue Cross is prioritizing three new health plans and virtual care as part its batch of offerings heading into 2024.

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Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ? 

DigitalHealth

Today's briefing covers Navenio's membership in Amazon Web Services and stroke research nurses from Sheffield winning a Nurses Times award.

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Optimizing Healthcare IT: Four Innovative Ways to Use QR Codes

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Ravi Pratap, Co-Founder and CTO at Beaconstac Technology provides the foundation of modern healthcare, with the potential to generate $410 billion in annual revenue by 2025. Efficient IT solutions in healthcare organizations ensure optimal patient care and seamless operational functionality. One such technology professionals often overlook is the QR code.

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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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Nottingham University Hospitals IT issues resolved after power outage

DigitalHealth

Nottingham University Hospitals has confirmed that issues with its IT systems following a power outage have been resolved and the trust is now back online.

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Chutes & Ladders–Major retail players hire new leaders

FierceHealthIT

Welcome to this week's Chutes & Ladders, our roundup of hirings, firings and retirings throughout the industry.

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Virtual care change strategies to improve access to healthcare in rural America with Dr. Steve North on Diagnosing Healthtech

Redox

Telemedicine has made tremendous strides in improving availability of healthcare in rural populations, but true access to care goes way beyond simple availability. To yield a positive ROI, virtual care solutions need to truly meet patients where they’re at, regardless of barriers that impede underserved populations. The question is…how? In this episode of Diagnosing Healthtech, we dive into that question with expert in virtual care, Dr.

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Nonprofit health plans are better poised to address beneficiaries' needs, SCAN Health Plan exec says

FierceHealthIT

Karen Schulte, president of the Medicare division for SCAN Health Plan, believes the nonprofit model brings unique advantages when working to reach reach populations in need. | In a keynote on Friday morning at the Fierce Health Payer Summit in Austin, Karen Schulte, president of the Medicare division for SCAN Health Plan, praised the nonprofit model's ability to better reach populations in need.

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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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?How Alio’s SmartPatch is Changing the Dialysis Game for the NHS 

Healthcare Innovation Consortium

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects an estimated 7.2 million people in the UK , with around 3.5 million in the later stages of disease (Stages 3-5) and 70,000 dependent on life-saving treatment for kidney failure (Stage 5). In 2023, the total cost of kidney disease to the NHS is estimated at £6.4 billion , with acute kidney injury (AKI) and dialysis accounting for a substantial portion of these costs.

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Everybody is Stressed in America, and It’s Not Good for Our Health: the 2023 Update from the American Psychological Association

Health Populi

The U.S. is “a nation recovering from collective trauma,” the according to the latest survey on Stress in America 2023 from the American Psychological Association (APA). The APA has been quantifying Stress in America since 2007; for context, at the end of that year The Great Recession kicked in , and in response President Obama’s team put together assistance to bolster the national economy, jobs, and health technology (codified in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act).

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Amid concerns about claims denials, Democrats seek greater oversight of Medicare Advantage plans' use of AI

FierceHealthIT

House Democrats are pressuring Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to better evaluate how AI is utilized by Medicare Advantage plans, hoping to prevent eye-catching rates of denial. | Medicare Advantage prior authorization denials are in the crosshairs of House Democrats. They say evidence points toward insurers willingly allowing algorithms to wrongfully deny service to patients.

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