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Three Ways Healthcare Organizations Can Improve System Security Right Now

Healthcare IT Today

A report by Moody’s labeled the healthcare industry as “cyber poor,” saying it needs to increase security investments to effectively protect patient data. A recent Salesforce survey of 400 U.S.

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Reactions to the Ascension Healthcare Ransomware Attack and Suggestions for Healthcare Organizations

Healthcare IT Today

Healthcare has made significant strides in better protecting the industry, in part because hospital executives increasingly see cybersecurity as a core component of patient care. According to Sophos’ recent State of Ransomware report, 67% of healthcare organizations surveyed globally were hit by ransomware in 2023.

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Healthcare Workforce – 2024 Health IT Predictions

Healthcare IT Today

Jason Considine, Chief Commercial Officer at Experian Health Staffing shortages will continue to be a major pain point for providers in 2024 and have a direct impact on their bottom line. Expect more interest in business model transformation, which includes dual systems of care, site of care shifts, and virtual care product lines.

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Uses of AI in Healthcare – 2024 Health IT Predictions

Healthcare IT Today

We’re already seeing an increase in AI solutions: According to a 2023 Healthcare IT Leaders survey, more than one-third of organizations have at least partly implemented AI solutions, and another 25% have started AI pilots. AI has the power to relieve one of the top contributors to burnout: administrative work. Enter academia.

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