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 through counseling and crisis intervention. Over time, as the ongoing stress can deepen into serious...

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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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Who should notify patients when a data breach happens?

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Who should notify patients when a data breach happens?

A covered entity should notify patients directly when a data breach involves their PHI.

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What is charge capture?

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What is charge capture?

Charge capture is recording and submitting for reimbursement all medical procedures and services provided to a patient within the provider's care.

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What is rate limiting?

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What is rate limiting?

Rate limiting controls the number of requests made from an API to promote fair access, and maintain peak performance.

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Fortinet reports a limited data breach

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Fortinet reports a limited data breach

Fortinet has experienced a breach the company claims had minimal security implications.

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Are cannabis dispensaries covered entities under HIPAA?

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Are cannabis dispensaries covered entities under HIPAA?

No, marijuana dispensaries are not covered entities.

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United Way of Connecticut and UConn Health suffer data breaches

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United Way of Connecticut and UConn Health suffer data breaches

Two Connecticut healthcare providers recently experienced cyberattacks involving compromised email accounts.

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Communicating beyond therapy sessions

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Communicating beyond therapy sessions

Communication outside the therapy room benefits mood monitoring by allowing real-time tracking of a patient's emotional state.

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What are HIPAA's Other Arrangements?

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What are HIPAA's Other Arrangements?

Other Arrangements provide government entities with compliant pathways tailored to their specific needs, helping them fulfill their HIPAA obligations...

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Legal marijuana and HIPAA

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Legal marijuana and HIPAA

When the use of marijuana is prescribed or discussed by a healthcare provider, the information is protected under HIPAA.

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