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Former Amazon medical officer examines Surgeon General's clinician burnout warning

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The Surgeon General’s advisory offers many recommendations that span every stakeholder with influence over the healthcare industry, from health systems to academic and training institutions and governments. RPM addresses the needs of health workers, care teams and patients across the continuum of care.

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What is the Future of Virtual Wards?

Lloyd Price

Privacy and security concerns: Virtual wards involve collecting and sharing patient health data electronically, which raises privacy and security concerns. Health equity: There is a risk that virtual wards may widen health inequalities if some patients do not have access to the technology or support they need to participate.

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What is the Future of Virtual Wards for patients, providers and payers?

Lloyd Price

Privacy and security concerns: Virtual wards involve collecting and sharing patient health data electronically, which raises privacy and security concerns. Health equity: There is a risk that virtual wards may widen health inequalities if some patients do not have access to the technology or support they need to participate.

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What exactly is HealthTech? What is the difference between Digital Health and HealthTech?

Lloyd Price

Software: This includes software that is used to manage patient records, provide remote care, or deliver educational content. Wearable devices: These are devices that are worn on the body and can track health data such as heart rate, sleep, and activity levels.

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Expanding Healthcare’s Reach on the Edge

Healthcare IT Today

Patients can use the devices to check their medication, read about their doctors, and even order their meals, freeing the staff to focus on medical care. Wearable medical devices can monitor vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure, and health monitors can help with remote care.

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Nordic HealthTech: one of the most dynamic and innovative in the world

Lloyd Price

The use of telemedicine to provide remote care: Telemedicine is the use of telecommunications technology to provide medical care remotely. It has become increasingly popular in recent years, as it allows patients to receive care from doctors without having to travel to a clinic or hospital.

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Remote Patient Monitoring: How Health Monitoring Devices are Changing the Game

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

Types of Remote Patient Monitoring Devices RPM devices, also known as remote health monitoring devices, come in a variety of forms such as wearables, and other handheld devices. Each is designed to collect specific health data and monitor specific conditions.