SPOTLIGHT -
April 26th 2024
AI may be good at some tasks in the health care industry, but coding isn’t currently one of them
April 25th 2024
7% of messages generated by AI were deemed unsafe
AI-powered coaches can help to alleviate at least some of the worker shortage while at the same time reducing costs
UnitedHealth updates situation on ransomware hack that has disrupted medical and pharmacy processes across the nation.
April 24th 2024
One answer to the cybersecurity problem is reusable verifiable digital credential, which would protect both the patients and health care companies.
New government requirements will help secure medical devices
Software Bill of Materials required by the FDA will help thwart cybersecurity threats
AI plugged into the brain detects delirium, watching Scooby-Doo as a kid makes you fat today, an Xbox controller and a virtual mall found source of theta waves: Digital Pulse
The latest health care technology news
Average health care data breach costs almost $11 million
Health care continues to lead all sectors with the most expensive data breaches
Workplace survey: Less degree requirements, more AI
Worker shortage and changing dynamics mean both employers and employees need to adjust expectations
AI gets better at writing patient histories when physicians engineer the prompts
Researchers analyze ChatGPT for summarizing medical records.
Americans using social media to self-diagnose – with surprising results
Social media platform used for self-diagnosis varies by generation.
Artificial intelligence adding to business threats: a slideshow
Federal experts cite survey of expert predictions in new report.
EHR programmer NextGen Healthcare fined $31M for false claims, paid references
Company denies wrongdoing as feds investigate whistleblower claims.
Cat videos make your phone heavier, AI is reading your notes to learn about your patient's home life, a 2007 iPhone sells for $190,000 -- Digital Pulse
The latest technology news
Data breaches on pace for a new record in 2023
Health care continues to be a top target for hackers
How health care can fight life-threatening data breaches
With healthcare data breaches approaching a boiling point, care providers need to adopt an approach that prioritizes operational continuity.
Artificial intelligence is about to make cybersecurity even more complicated
Expect hackers and network managers to employ AI in a ‘cat-and-mouse’ game to steal or protect patient records.
Telehealth: On state and federal laws, artificial intelligence, and getting primary care physicians involved
American Telemedicine Association leader spells out what might happen for physicians and patients connecting via the Internet, video, and telephone.
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How patients are using telemedicine
The different ways patients use telemedicine.
Leveraging AI to minimize clinician burnout
The purpose of any technology is to improve a process or solve a problem. Is AI ready for that role?
EHR notes need Ozempic, AI chatbot undergoing test at Mayo Clinic, Lonely people have different brains – Digital Pulse
The latest in health care technology news
How implementing advanced health care technology solutions benefits providers and payers
Technology-driven platforms lead to better-informed decisions that aid all stakeholders
Digital transformation in primary care
Empowering physicians for enhanced patient care and practice efficiency
What are your thoughts about AI?
We want to hear from you
AI Special Report: Will ChatGPT and other tools transform medicine?
Medical Economics takes an in-depth look at the rising interest in AI, ChatGPT-like large language model programs, and the impact on physicians and medicine.
How other doctors are using social media to benefit their practice
Research findings on how medical practices use social media may come as a surprise to many.
It's time to expect more from EHRs
Health care organizations can address pain points caused by the technology
Leveraging the power of digital marketing in health care
How health care companies – from huge systems down to primary care practices – can launch impactful digital strategies to drive, educate, and engage consumers.
Accounts payable automation in primary care practices
Processing an avalanche of invoices can be labor-intensive, error-prone, and expensive. There is a better way.
Prescribing truth: strategies for clinicians to combat health misinformation
The social media ‘infodemic’ is going from bad to worse. Here’s how primary care physicians can be part of the cure.
AI Special Report: What doctors need to know about ChatGPT and other AI tools
AI Special Report: The next generation of AI voice assistants
What is possible now, what is next, and what it means for physicians
AI Special Report: What patients and doctors really think about AI in health care
Do people believe that AI can improve care and reduce costs?
AI Special Report: Embracing AI -- A new era for physicians
Artificial intelligence has the potential to change medicine for the better