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Image of boxes for blog about using email to coordinate communication in extreme hoarding cases

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Using email to coordinate communication in hoarding cases

Hoarding Disorder is characterized by the persistent difficulty in discarding or parting with possessions, leading to an excessive accumulation of...

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Fighting physician burnout through effective communication policies 

Physician burnout is a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress and frustration in the workplace. Preventing...

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human outline on keyboard for post Confronting racial bias in Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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Confronting racial bias in Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Generative artificial intelligence is the new revolution in our world. However, Ashwini K.P., UN Special Rapporteur at the Human Rights Council...

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Opting out of receiving text messages about data breaches

While some patients may prefer other communication methods, healthcare providers are often required by law to notify individuals of a data breach....

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Using email to notify patients of a data breach

Email is an efficient way to notify patients about a data breach due to its speed, scalability, and accessibility. It allows healthcare organizations...

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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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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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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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