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Image of heart rate monitoring for blog about understanding health monitoring systems

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Understanding health monitoring systems

A health monitoring system is a technology-based solution enabling the remote monitoring of a patient's health. It encompasses many devices, sensors,...

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Communication barriers impacting rural healthcare organizations

Communication is a cornerstone of patient care in all healthcare organizations. From clear conversations with patients about treatment to consistent...

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Exploring the ethics of telehealth

Telehealth and telemedicine have transformed healthcare, opening the door to innovative medical services, from simple consultations to more...

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Image of individual on a computer for blog about Learning from the CMS data breach 

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Learning from the CMS data breach 

A recent investigation has revealed that the data breach at Wisconsin Physicians Service (WPS) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)...

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man on tablet for post The human factor in healthcare cybersecurity

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The human factor in healthcare cybersecurity

One of the most insidious threats facing health care today is the rise of social engineering attacks that take advantage of human vulnerabilities....

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student on smartphone for post Rethinking student support with psychoeducational text messaging

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Rethinking student support with psychoeducational text messaging

“Psychoeducation is generally known as the information and resources provided to school staff, families, and students by mental health professionals...

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Keeping texts for legal defensibility

Retaining text messages can protect organizations legally by preserving accurate records of communications in the event of legal disputes, regulatory...

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Breaking confidentiality during public health concerns

During public health crises, the ethical obligation to maintain confidentiality can come into conflict with the need to protect the wider population...

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The balancing act in healthcare

The "Balancing Act" is a metaphor used to describe the process of managing competing demands, priorities, or responsibilities to maintain equilibrium...

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woman sitting on laptop for post Online psychotherapy's promise and perils

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Online psychotherapy's promise and perils

The digital era rebooted our perceptions about health, and psychotherapy online has become a mainstream alternative, benefiting patients and...

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What is a designated record set

A designated record set is a collection of records used to make decisions related to patient care. The record also provides patients with access to...

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Learning from U.S. sanctions against Russian ransomware laundering

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Learning from U.S. sanctions against Russian ransomware laundering

On the 26th of September, the U.S. Treasury made headlines by sanctioning two cryptocurrency exchanges, Cryptex and PM2BTC, for laundering millions...

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What is TPA in healthcare

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What is TPA in healthcare

A third-party administrator (TPA) in healthcare is an independent individual or organization responsible for managing administrative tasks for an...

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