Background: People with aphasia (PwA) present with language and communication deficits, most notably in lexical retrieval (naming). Although positive outcomes in naming have been observed following speech-language treatment, many individuals with aphasia continue to…
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This systematic review examines the role of technology-based interventions in supporting lung cancer patients during their treatment. It identifies (1) the different technologies utilized, (2) their functions and benefits, and (3) the barriers encountered…
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Connected systems can not only improve workflows and communication between systems and staff members but also bring the freedom and flexibility for residents to manage their daily routines, according to Keller. For team members,…
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The Problem with Being Too Nice
Epic founder and CEO Judy Faulkner has identified a unique challenge facing her Verona, Wisconsin-based electronic health record company: employees being too polite for their own good. This cultural…
Aerial view of Hull Royal Infirmary, part of Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (Credit: Shutterstock.com)
NHS Humber Health Partnership (HHP) has partnered with DrDoctor to launch a range of patient-facing digital tools aimed…
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CW Innovation Fellow: Dr Sameera JahagirdarRole: Speciality Doctor in Intensive Care UnitOrganisation: West Middlesex University Hospital, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation TrustHeyoka: Digital Empathy Platform for End-of-Life Care Transitions Summary: The Heyoka project addresses…
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1. Standardization and Consistency
Modern CMUs aim to unify monitoring across hospitals, reducing variability in how patients are observed and how teams respond to critical events. A centralized hub supports consistent protocols, messaging and accountability,…
The Rising Healthcare Infrastructure Challenge
Healthcare facilities face unprecedented financial pressures in today’s medical landscape. Hospital at home care models represent a revolutionary solution to escalating infrastructure costs and patient care demands. Traditional hospitals require…
What is Epic’s Augmented Response Technology?
Epic’s Augmented Response Technology (ART) is a sophisticated generative AI system designed to transform patient-provider communication through MyChart messaging platforms. The Spanish-language version of this innovative tool represents the…
A report from the Health Services Safety Investigations Bureau (HSSIB) has found that patients are coming to harm due to failures in the electronic communication of critical clinical information following hospital discharge.
The investigation,…
