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Health informatics and why participatory healthcare is key to its future

Society for Participatory Medicine

This is a post by Jay Spitulnik, SPM member and associate teaching professor and director of Northeastern’s MS in Health Informatics, who shares his expertise on health informatics and touches on the important trend of consumer health and participatory medicine. Health Informatics at Northeastern .

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3 Ways Consumers are Putting the Pressure on Health Plans

Healthcare IT Today

Consumers are looking for smarter ways to save on healthcare, forcing insurance providers to make marked changes to the way they conduct outreach and how they interact with their members. Inflation, the COVID-19 pandemic, and healthcare staffing shortages have reshaped the industry landscape.

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The Importance of Patient Engagement in Healthcare

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

This can reduce the likelihood of readmission to the hospital and decrease healthcare costs. Improved health literacy and access to health information: Patient engagement can help improve health literacy and provide patients with the tools they need to make informed decisions about their care.

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Innovations in Digital Healthcare: Enhancing Patient Care with Technology

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

By harnessing digital platforms and telecommunication technologies, healthcare providers can bridge the gap between patients and medical expertise, ensuring that even those in the most remote locations have access to quality healthcare. What are the benefits of electronic health records (EHRs)?

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Best Telehealth Podcasts for Healthcare Professionals

Enzyme Health

Hosted by renowned physician Zeev Neuwirth, topics include virtual care, on-demand care, digital health, and wearable diagnostics, as well as other modern primary care challenges. Start listening with Neuwirth’s end-of-2018 episode reflecting on the year and discussing emerging trends in healthcare.