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How IT leaders are reimagining and repurposing technologies to handle new challenges

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

But they've also been dreaming up creative solutions. "Everything needs to be questioned and potentially redesigned – from clinical staffing models to technical support staffing and help desks. Executives have been facing challenges they've never had to contend with before. Reimagining everything for remote care.

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Tech optimization: Getting the most out of telehealth

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

With the sudden easing of restrictions by the government and equally sudden reimbursement from payers in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s very clear telemedicine has never been more used or more vital. Keeping up with concurrent session demands. Scalable across use-cases and workflows.

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Q&A with CISO Dan Bowden, Part 1: “We’re Going to Come Out Better on the Other Side.”

Health System CIO

Tasks like getting patches deployed and securely onboarding new teams members have become even more challenging since Covid-19 hit. But with the right processes and the right culture, they can be accomplished, says CISO Dan Bowden. As a CISO, you need to think about what’s in it for the business.”.

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How Does a Pulse Oximeter Work?

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

It was especially helpful during the surge of COVID-19 cases. Understanding how a pulse oximeter works and how to interpret the readings can be valuable for patients with respiratory or cardiac conditions, as well as those who want to monitor their oxygen levels for general health purposes.

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Healthcare’s Sustainability Problem And The Solutions Tech Can Provide

Healthcare IT Today

Healthcare’s future is smart and sustainable, led by tech-driven solutions and human ingenuity. Tami Ochs, an RN at New Jersey’s Overlook Medical Center, helped the facility repurpose 15,000 pounds of surgical blue wrap that was being discarded annually. But we can reduce these emissions while providing better care.

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How to Use a Pulse Oximeter: A Step-by-Step Guide

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

It can also be useful for people who have recently recovered from COVID-19, or those who suspect they may have contracted the virus. In this step-by-step guide, we will explain how to use a pulse oximeter, including tips for getting the most accurate readings and interpreting the results.

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TB and Weight Loss: What You Need to Know

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

It’s the second most deadly infectious disease, just after COVID-19 and before HIV/AIDS, as per the World Health Organization. One common sign of TB is losing weight without trying, and if this goes unchecked, it can cause more health problems. How TB Affects Your Body and Can Lead to Weight Loss 1.

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