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CDC’s Latest Update: Masking Still Advised During COVID-19 Outbreaks

DistilINFO Hospital IT - (Thursday May 11, 2023) - Daily Reads/ DistilINFO Hospital IT

#CDCUpdate: Masking Still Advised During COVID-19 OutbreaksThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released an update advising that masking is still necessary during COVID-19 outbreaks. This update comes as more states are lifting mask mandates and restrictions.#Vaccinated IndividualsThe CDC still advises that even fully vaccinated individuals should wear masks in certain situations, such as when in crowded indoor settings or when around unvaccinated individuals who are at risk for severe illness or death.#SchoolsThe CDC also recommends that schools continue to require masks for students and staff, regardless of vaccination status. This is due to the fact that many children are not yet eligible for vaccination and the potential for outbreaks in school settings

 

Illuminating the Path of AI in Healthcare: The AIMed Global Summit 2023 Sheds Light in San Diego

DistilINFO Hospital IT - (Thursday May 11, 2023) - AI/ Daily Reads/ DistilINFO Hospital IT

#AIMedGlobalSummit2023 sheds light on AI in HealthcareThe AIMed Global Summit 2023 was held in San Diego, where experts gathered to discuss the latest developments in artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. The summit covered a wide range of topics, including the use of AI in diagnostics, drug discovery, and patient care.#AIinDiagnostics and #DrugDiscoveryOne of the main areas of focus was the use of AI in diagnostics and drug discovery. Speakers discussed how AI can be used to analyze large amounts of data and identify patterns that can help with early detection and personalized treatment plans.#PatientCare and #PatientSafetyAnother important topic was the use of AI in patient care and safety. Experts discussed how

 

Telemedicine Rules Adaptation: DEA and HHS Grant Extension for Virtual Prescribing

DistilINFO Hospital IT - (Thursday May 11, 2023) - Daily Reads/ DistilINFO Hospital IT

#TelemedicineRulesAdaptation: DEA and HHS Grant Extension for Virtual PrescribingThe Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have extended their telemedicine rules adaptation to allow for virtual prescribing. This extension is aimed at improving access to healthcare services for patients in remote areas or those who are unable to visit a physical clinic.#DEA and HHS Grant ExtensionThe extension of the DEA and HHS grant will allow healthcare providers to prescribe controlled substances through telemedicine platforms. This will make it easier for patients to receive the medications they need without having to leave their homes.#Virtual PrescribingVirtual prescribing is a process where healthcare providers can prescribe medications to patients through

 

Saint Catherine’s Hospice in Yorkshire first to use Shared Care Record

Digital Health - (Thursday May 11, 2023) - Digital Health/ Frequent Updates

#SaintCatherinesHospice in Yorkshire First to Use Shared Care RecordSaint Catherine's Hospice in Yorkshire has become the first hospice in the UK to use a shared care record. The shared record allows healthcare professionals to access patient information in real-time, providing a more efficient and effective way of delivering care. The hospice hopes that the shared record will improve patient safety and reduce the risk of errors.#Benefits of Shared Care RecordThe shared care record will allow healthcare professionals to access patient information from a variety of sources, including GP records, hospital records, and community health records. This will provide a more complete picture of the patient's health and enable healthcare professionals to make more informed decisions about their care.#Implementation of Shared

 

Small and Medium Medical Practices Need Business Support – EverHealth at HIMSS23

Healthcare IT Today - (Thursday May 11, 2023) - Healthcare IT Today/ Videos

#Summary: Small and medium medical practices require business support to thrive. EverHealth at HIMSS23 offers solutions to help these practices overcome common challenges.#Introduction: Small and medium medical practices face unique challenges that can hinder their success. These challenges include limited resources, lack of business expertise, and difficulty keeping up with technology advancements.#The Importance of Business Support: Business support is crucial for small and medium medical practices to overcome these challenges and thrive. It can help practices improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase revenue.#EverHealth at HIMSS23: EverHealth at HIMSS23 offers solutions to help small and medium medical practices overcome common challenges. These solutions include revenue cycle management, practice management, and electronic health records

 

How Healthcare Providers Can Bolster Cybersecurity Defenses and Protect Patient Data

HIT Consultant - (Thursday May 11, 2023) - Frequent Updates/ HIT Consultant

#Introduction Healthcare providers face a growing threat from cyberattacks that can compromise patient data. With the increasing use of technology in healthcare, it is essential to bolster cybersecurity defenses to protect patient data.#The Risks Cyberattacks in healthcare can lead to the theft of patient data, financial loss, and damage to a provider's reputation. The risks are significant, and healthcare providers must take steps to mitigate them.#The Challenges Healthcare providers face several challenges when it comes to cybersecurity, including limited budgets, a shortage of skilled staff, and the complexity of healthcare IT systems.#Best Practices To bolster cybersecurity defenses, healthcare providers should implement best practices such as conducting regular risk assessments, training staff on cybersecurity, and implementing multi-factor

 

Important things to do at tax time.

AuDigitalHealth - (Thursday May 11, 2023) - AuDigitalHealth/ Videos

#ImportantThingsToDoAtTaxTime: Tips for Healthcare IT ProfessionalsThe tax season can be overwhelming for healthcare IT professionals, but there are several important things to keep in mind to make the process smoother. Here are some tips to follow:#OrganizeYourRecords: Keep all your tax-related documents and receipts in one place to make filing easier.#UnderstandTaxDeductions: Familiarize yourself with the tax deductions available for healthcare IT professionals, such as home office expenses and continuing education costs.#MaximizeRetirementContributions: Take advantage of retirement contribution opportunities to reduce your taxable income.#BeAwareOfDeadlines: Stay on top of tax deadlines and avoid penalties by filing on time.#ConsiderHiringAProfessional:

 

How does Telehealth Enhance Patient Engagement?

The Healthcare Guys - (Wednesday May 10, 2023) - Frequent Updates/ The Healthcare Guys

#Telehealth: Enhancing Patient EngagementTelehealth is revolutionizing the healthcare industry by providing patients with remote access to healthcare services. This technology has numerous benefits, including enhanced patient engagement.#Improved Access to Healthcare ServicesTelehealth allows patients to access healthcare services from the comfort of their homes, which eliminates the need for travel and reduces wait times. This improved access to healthcare services leads to better patient engagement and satisfaction.#Increased Convenience and FlexibilityTelehealth provides patients with increased convenience and flexibility, as they can schedule appointments at a time that suits them. This flexibility leads to increased patient engagement, as patients are more likely to attend appointments that fit into their busy schedules.#Improved Communication and CollaborationTelehealth enables healthcare providers to

 

When Physicians Go Head-to-Head with Large Language Models

Digital Health Frontier - (Wednesday May 10, 2023) - AI/ Daily Reads/ Digital Health Frontier

#MayoClinicPlatform #HealthcareIT #LargeLanguageModels #Physicians #AIMayo Clinic Platform recently conducted a study that pitted physicians against large language models (LLMs) in diagnosing medical conditions. The study found that while LLMs are highly accurate, physicians still outperformed them in certain areas.#The StudyThe study involved 50 physicians and LLMs trained on electronic health record (EHR) data. The physicians were asked to diagnose medical conditions based on EHR notes, while the LLMs were tasked with predicting the same diagnoses.#ResultsThe LLMs achieved an accuracy rate of 90%, while the physicians achieved an accuracy rate of 94%. However,

 

Digital health firm Babylon plans to go private

MobiHealthNews - (Wednesday May 10, 2023) - Frequent Updates/ MobiHealthNews

#BabylonHealth, a digital health firm, has announced its plans to go private. The company is currently listed on the London Stock Exchange and has a market capitalization of £1.2bn.#ReasonsForGoingPrivate: The company's CEO, Ali Parsa, cited a desire to focus on long-term growth rather than short-term financial results as the main reason for going private. He also mentioned that the move would allow the company to make strategic decisions without the pressure of meeting quarterly earnings expectations.#ImpactOnBabylonHealth: Going private would give Babylon Health more flexibility in terms of funding and investment opportunities. It would also allow the company to avoid the scrutiny of public markets and potentially reduce regulatory burdens.#Ch

 

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