Health Populi

JULY 1, 2019

By Susannah Fox, Jane Sarasohn-Kahn and Lisa Suennen. I’ve lived long enough to have learned. The closer you get to the fire the more you get burned. But that won’t happen to us. Cause it’s always been a matter of trust . A Matter of Trust, by Billy Joel. If you’re in health care and don’t live under a rock, you have probably heard that United Health Group (UHG) has acquired PatientsLikeMe (PLM).

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Waracle

JULY 1, 2019

History of emerging tech in health. From the first telephone pager – a critical communications device – used in New York City’s Jewish Hospital for the first time in 1950, to the EHR (Electronic Health Record) systems of the 60s, on through the decades straight to the to the appearance of the first mHealth apps and wearables just a few years ago, technology in healthcare could never be accused of standing still.

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KevinMD

JULY 1, 2019

The introduction of electronic health records (EHRs) was accompanied by a great deal of fanfare. Such systems, which replace old paper-based charts in doctor’s offices and hospitals, were designed to make patient data more accurate, safer and more accessible. It was also claimed that they would make it easier for doctors and other health professionals […].

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Mobi Health News

JULY 4, 2019

Medical chatbots are emerging as potential assistants in many areas of healthcare. Can an AI-fuelled robot help improve patient engagement in cancer care?

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

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Electronic Health Reporter

JULY 3, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Hants Williams, director of clinical operations, VirtualHealth. The buzz around social determinants of health (SDoH) is making waves across the healthcare industry. Linked to roughly 80 percent of overall health, stakeholders are increasingly embracing the opportunity of addressing SDoH in care management workflows.

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KevinMD

JULY 2, 2019

To help then-candidate Bill Clinton remain focused on the No. 1 voter issue ahead of the 1992 presidential elections, political strategist James Carville coined an unforgettable mantra, which he posted inside Clinton campaign headquarters. It read, “The economy, stupid.” The quote became famous both for its edginess and wisdom, reminding us to separate the big […].

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Mobi Health News

JULY 1, 2019

Certain locations are now carrying the One Drop Chrome blood glucose meter, which is accompanied by a lancing device, test strips and a one-year subscription to an accompanying mobile app.

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Electronic Health Reporter

JULY 2, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By David Wenger, CEO, Bridge Connector. At this point, most of us in health care have read similar statistics about why we need to do more to address social determinants of health (SDoH) — the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age, and how those factors impact individuals’ health — to […].

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hea!thcare innovation - Clinical IT

JULY 1, 2019

The WHO’s recent classification of burnout as a medical diagnosis is helping physicians recognize the burnout they are experiencing. But more can be done to improve the work environment.

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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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Enzyme Health

JULY 3, 2019

Recent patient surveys shed light on who is using telemedicine, why they are using it, and how benefits and barriers to telehealth use are rapidly shifting as adoption grows. Explore the latest insights on telemedicine patients and find out what to expect the next time you pick up a telemedicine call. Knowing more about who your patients are and what they’re looking for in their medical practitioners is important for any doctor or nurse to know, but it’s especially important in a field like tele

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Mobi Health News

JULY 4, 2019

While most of the financials remain undisclosed, the quarter included a number of interesting deals involving Apple, Best Buy, UnitedHealth Group, and Allscripts.

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FierceHealthIT

JULY 1, 2019

NewYork-Presbyterian, based in New York City, has launched the new Hauser Institute for Health Innovation with a specific focus on expanding telehealth services including remote patient monitoring and teleparamedics.

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hea!thcare innovation - Clinical IT

JULY 3, 2019

It’s been widely-reported that the time physicians spend in the EHR is linked to higher levels of burnout

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Electronic Health Reporter

JULY 1, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. By Chris Goettl, director of product management, security, Ivanti. The first months of 2019 have seen a record number of reported security vulnerabilities. But potentially the riskiest, is BlueKeep. BlueKeep is a vulnerability (CVE-2019-0708) that affects Windows 7, Windows XP, Server 2003, 2008 and 2008 R2, which many feel will be exploited soon.

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Mobi Health News

JULY 1, 2019

In July, MobiHealthNews will focus on how pharma companies are using digital tools for R&D, real-world evidence collection and exploring new therapeutics.

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FierceHealthIT

JULY 2, 2019

Investors continue to have a strong appetite for digital health with investment in the sector totaling $4.2 billion across 180 deals through the first half of 2019. If this pace holds steady, the sector is on track to top 2018's annual funding total of $8.2 billion, according to Rock Health.

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Healthcare IT Today

JULY 1, 2019

Results from a recent survey suggest that seniors are more comfortable with telehealth than you might think, especially given their techno-phobic reputation. As things stand, when seniors need off-hours care, telehealth consults are hardly the first thing that comes to their mind. Almost two-thirds of seniors responding to the survey reported that they’d go to […].

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Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.

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Aging in Place Technology Watch

JULY 1, 2019

Pew’s latest opus examined screen time for older adults. The highlight of this document published in June – from age 60 to 80 and beyond, older adults spend more time on their screens (watching TV or videos) than on anything else other than sleep. And that includes time spent working. And one other interesting tidbit – 40% of those in their 60s are still working, which of course includes the un-retired.

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Mobi Health News

JULY 2, 2019

The National Research Foundation (NRF) Singapore, a department under the Prime Minister’s Office, announced that it will set up a national Health Technologies Consortium (HealthTEC) to facilitate companies to translate research outcomes into products and services that can improve the health and wellness of individuals. The NRF sets the national direction for research, innovation and enterprise (RIE) in Singapore.

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FierceHealthIT

JULY 1, 2019

While large healthcare organizations are successfully adopting best practices for cybersecurity, smaller health systems and hospitals are falling behind as budget constraints and a lack of qualified talent hinder progress, according to a new survey from KLAS Research and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME).

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JULY 1, 2019

Primary topic: Telehealth Disable Auto Tagging: Short Headline: Doctor's room of the future: The self-driving car Featured Decision Content: Region Tag: Europe/UK

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Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

Electronic Health Reporter

JULY 3, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. If you’re in the body-hacking sphere, you’ll surely have heard people talking about noopept at this point. But then, what exactly is noopept, and why do people seem to like it so much? Noopept has a history dating back to 1996, and it has actually been used for some time in Russia as a treatment […].

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Mobi Health News

JULY 1, 2019

$4.2 billion has already been invested into startups this year, according to Rock Health.

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FierceHealthIT

JUNE 30, 2019

Encompass Health Corp. agreed to pay $48 million to resolve allegations that some of its facilities provided inaccurate information to Medicare to maintain their status as an inpatient rehabilitation facility and to earn a higher rate of reimbursement.

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Healthcare IT Today

JULY 3, 2019

The following is a guest blog post by Erin Wabol, Partner and CMO at Agency Ten22. The unique exhibit hall atmosphere introduced by the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) this year was met with cheers and jeers from health IT vendors and attendees alike. Exhibitors used convention center issued displays which created a more homogenized atmosphere […].

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Electronic Health Reporter

JULY 1, 2019

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Today, psychologists are offering their services online, and telehealth is continuously becoming popular. The top advantage of such practice in the mental health field is the availability of specialized services and expertise to patients in remote locations.

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Mobi Health News

JULY 1, 2019

While the terms of the transaction were not disclosed, this and a past acquisition signal Carenet's aims to turn its virtual care services into a major market presence.

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FierceHealthIT

JULY 3, 2019

Every four years, people around the world come together to watch athletes compete in what is the world’s most popular sport: soccer, (or as it’s known in much of the world, football). Amid the hype surrounding the 2019 Women’s World Cup, I couldn’t help but notice parallels between the tournament and the U.S. healthcare system.

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