UK Researchers: Remote Interpreting Affects Quality of Communication
Telephone interpreting mentioned as especially challenging in complex medical situations, researchers say
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Racial Disparities in Maternal and Infant Health: Current Status and Key Issues
This brief includes data on pregnancy and birth outcomes by race and ethnicity, describes the underlying factors driving disparities, and discusses current policies affecting maternal and infant health disparities.
Nevada HIE to Extend Health Data Infrastructure Directly to Consumers
HealtHIE Nevada is working in partnership with b.well Connected Health on HealthRecords Nevada, which is set to launch this fall
Tech Giants Sound the Alarm on AI-Driven Cyberattacks
Recent incidents of rogue AI models infiltrating organizations underscore the growing threat
Marty Makary, Often Wrong as Pandemic Critic, Is Poised To Lead the FDA He Railed Against
Panelists at a covid conference last fall were asked to voice their regrets — policies they had supported during the pandemic but had come to see as misguided. Covid contact tracing, one said. Closing schools, another said. Vaccine mandates, a third said. When Marty Makary’s turn came, the Johns Hopkins University surgeon said, “I can’t…
MedCity FemFwd: Opportunities in the Fertility Market
In this episode, we’re joined by Claire Love, PwC’s global health industries advisory leader. We discuss PwC’s recent report showing the opportunities in the fertility and reproductive health market. The post MedCity FemFwd: Opportunities in the Fertility Market appeared first on MedCity News.
WellTheory Announces Women’s Health Program to Address Hormonal Conditions
WellTheory has launched a new program that will address the link between autoimmune disease and hormone imbalances. The post WellTheory Announces Women’s Health Program to Address Hormonal Conditions appeared first on MedCity News.
Why Some Hospitals Won’t Be Able to Comply With Upcoming HIPAA Updates
The first major update to HIPAA in more than a decade will eliminate the distinction between “required” and “addressable” safeguards, making key cybersecurity and physical security measures mandatory for all healthcare providers. This shift will expose gaps in hospitals’ fragmented security systems, though, according to Kumar Sokka, CEO of cybersecurity platform Acre Security. The post…
Kura Oncology Drug’s Data at ASCO Support FDA Filing Now Under Priority Review for Leukemia
Kura Oncology’s ziftomenib addresses a specific genetic mutation present in about 30% of cases of acute myeloid leukemia. Data from the drug’s pivotal Phase 2 test were presented during the annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. The post Kura Oncology Drug’s Data at ASCO Support FDA Filing Now Under Priority Review for…
Facilities Built for the Future: 3 Healthcare Design Trends Emerging in 2025 and Beyond
Whether pursuing high-tech solutions, tapping into natural elements, or doubling down on smaller building sizes, the future of healthcare facilities design boils down to improving patient access and nurturing employee retention. The post Facilities Built for the Future: 3 Healthcare Design Trends Emerging in 2025 and Beyond appeared first on MedCity News.