Five years ago this week, the COVID-19 pandemic threw our world into chaos. But that chaos also sparked an opportunity and a drive to accelerate innovation, through leveraging artificial intelligence with clinical knowledge in unprecedented ways. The results of these Covid-driven efforts have led to a fuller understanding of our community’s health, enabling the initiation of care further upstream and enhancing management of resources and costs in ways benefiting both patients and providers.
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Why Data Governance Is the #1 Non-Negotiable for Healthcare AI
Smoother clinical workflows. Powerful decision support. Faster R&D. AI holds lots of promise for healthcare orgs – and the last few years have seen a surge of investment as leaders race to train and implement new models.
But healthcare AI initiatives are only as good as the data they're built on. Put differently, they rely on good data governance.
Here are two of the biggest barriers to effective governance – and how healthcare orgs can overcome them to achieve their AI
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HIMSS 2025: Smart Hospital Transformations for Patient Centered Care
As a young kid, I always wondered how my mother, with just a set of simple questions, could understand the root cause of my illness. She would ask about my symptoms, what I had eaten, how I was feeling—pieced together the information to diagnose and care for me even before we visited a doctor.
Years later, when I started visiting a doctor, the experience felt completely different from the care my mother had given me. It was more structured, standardized, almost mechanical—focused
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Security Alert: How Federal Health Agencies Can Protect Health Data
As federal health agencies modernize to improve security and enhance efficiencies and insights, IT leaders cannot overlook the security of health data itself. Data security ensures the privacy, integrity, and availability of this valuable information, forming the bedrock of effective data modernization.
But health data is unique. Not only is it incredibly sensitive and personal, but data is constantly shared among various stakeholders in the federal health system, from doctors to
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When Clinicians Complain About Wi-Fi, Your FQHC Needs to Take Notice
It’s hard to imagine, but it’s true: Wi-Fi-enabled devices didn’t go mainstream until 2004, when the first devices (cellphones, personal data assistants, and TVs) hit the market.
Fast forward two decades, and can you imagine work or home life without Wi-Fi access, well, everywhere? Just like electricity, water, and natural gas, internet access has moved well beyond a nice-to-have to a necessity. We just expect it to be there and to work.
But unlike other utilities that have direct pipes
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Smart Solutions for Parkinson’s: The Impact of Wearable Tech Integration
The advent of wearable technology has revolutionized healthcare, offering unprecedented opportunities for managing chronic conditions like Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's affects millions worldwide, manifesting in symptoms such as tremors, rigidity, and impaired balance. Traditional treatments primarily focus on managing symptoms through medication and physical therapy, which often requires regular doctor visits and constant adjustments. However, wearable technology presents a transformative
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How Optimizing Administrative Processes Can Transform Patient Access and Health Outcomes
Recently, a global report from the American Journal of Managed Care has ranked the U.S. healthcare system last overall in a study of high-income nations. The abysmal ranking once again highlights glaring inefficiencies in this country’s approach to healthcare delivery.
Among the report’s most concerning findings, the U.S. ranked 10th in access to care and health outcomes, and 9th for equity and administrative efficiency. These issues paint a stark picture of a system bogged down by
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7 Breakthroughs Making Home-Based Physiotherapy More Effective Than Ever
With the increasing demand for home healthcare, advancements in home-based physiotherapy have made rehabilitation more accessible, personalized, and effective. Thanks to innovative techniques and versatile equipment, patients can now engage in tailored recovery programs within the comfort of their homes.
Home-based physiotherapy provides a convenient alternative for individuals facing mobility challenges or those who prefer familiar surroundings during their recovery. This approach ensures
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Top 10 Healthcare Cybersecurity Threats to Watch in 2025
Last year, the Change Healthcare mega-breach sent shockwaves through the industry because it was the largest data breach in U.S. history. There will undoubtedly be surprises like that in 2025 as well, so it’s important for healthcare organizations to assess the likeliest threats in order to chart a successful path forward.
Here are 10 cybersecurity threats and developments that merit special attention in 2025:
1. AI-driven threats – We’ve seen a rise in AI-generated threats, with advanced
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The Role of Telehealth in Managing Chronic Illness Before Complications Arise
Chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease, are a growing challenge in the United States, impacting the lives of millions. Managing these conditions requires constant care, early intervention, and accessible healthcare solutions to prevent complications and improve quality of life. Telehealth has emerged as a vital tool in addressing these challenges, offering virtual consultations, remote monitoring, and real-time data sharing that bridge the gap between patients and
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