Patient privacy (10)

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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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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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Can healthcare organizations share patient information with a caller?

Healthcare organizations can share a patient's information with a caller if the patient has agreed to it and the caller follows specific privacy...

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Using email to notify patients of a data breach

When a data breach occurs, timely and transparent communication is important. As the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) states,...

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What to do when patient emails contain too much PHI

If emails from patients contain too much PHI, acknowledge the email securely using a HIPAA compliant system, avoid replying with additional sensitive...

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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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The hidden risks of third-party data sharing on healthcare websites

The healthcare industry is increasingly leveraging digital tools to improve patient access, offer services like appointment scheduling, and even...

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Understanding HIPAAs right of access to individuals research data

HIPAA’sright of access allows individuals to take control of their health data even when it comes to research data. If their data is part of a...

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Characteristics of effective communication in a mental health setting

Communication in mental health creates a supportive and understanding environment where individuals feel safe to share their thoughts and emotions....

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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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ACLU Alaska claims privacy violation over inmate health records

The ACLU of Alaska claims that the Alaska Department of Corrections and its software provider, NaphCare, improperly exposed sensitive medical...

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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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VA employees improperly accessed medical records of both VP candidates

At least a dozen employees at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) improperly accessed the medical records of two vice presidential nominees,...

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