Easing workforce shortages in rural organizations

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Easing workforce shortages in rural organizations

Shortages and administrative issues in rural healthcare often stem from limited funding, leading to lower salaries and fewer resources. The isolation of rural settings can limit access to technology and support services.

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DELL employees data exposed in potential data breach

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DELL employees data exposed in potential data breach

Dell has potentially experienced a leak exposing the data of over 10,000 employees.

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Organ donation registries and HIPAA

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Organ donation registries and HIPAA

Registries serve as a centralized database where individuals voluntarily register their consent to donate organs, tissue, or eyes. While organ...

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Can mental health practitioners offer group therapy with family

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Can practitioners offer group therapy with family present?

Mental health professionals can offer group therapy with family present generally without patient consent.

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What are informal caregiver networks?

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What are informal caregiver networks?

Informal caregiver networks are naturally formed groups of family, friends, and neighbors assisting in the care of a loved one in need of medical...

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What happens to data retention when a patient withdraws consent?

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Data retention after a patient withdraws consent

When a patient withdraws consent, healthcare organizations must stop using and disclosing information for purposes covered by that consent. They are,...

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What is a virtual network function?

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What is a virtual network function?

Network function virtualization is a technology that transforms traditional network functions from hardware-based solutions into software...

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Understanding the different medical claim forms

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Understanding the different medical claim forms

Medical claims are form requests submitted by healthcare providers to insurance companies and government programs for reimbursement for services...

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Deepfake technology in social engineering attacks

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Deepfake technology in social engineering attacks

The term deepfake stems from combining “deep learning,” a subset of machine learning, and “fake,” reflecting the technology's ability to produce...

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Handling the mental health impacts of climate change in vulnerable populations

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Handling the mental health impacts of climate change

When individuals face severe consequences like losing homes or enduring the stress of displacement, there is a need for immediate psychological help...

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When can a GP share information when treating the same family?

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When can a GP share information with family?

A General Practitioner (GP) can share information between family members with their permission, during care coordination, or in emergencies.

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What are predictive analytics exploits?

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What are predictive analytics exploits?

Predictive analytics exploits are techniques that analyze historical data to forecast future events, helping organizations make informed decisions...

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When are shadow records a risk to healthcare cybersecurity?

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When are shadow records a risk to healthcare cybersecurity?

Shadow records are patient records in systems separate from themain patient record systems in healthcare organizations. These systems are often...

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