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My Health, My Data – Thinking Consumers, Privacy and Self-Care at HIMSS 2023

Health Populi

The Washington State legislature passed House Bill 1155, aka the My Health, My Data Act , last week. The My Health, My Data Act defines “consumer health data” as “personal information that is linked or reasonably linkable to a consumer and that identifies a consumer’s past, present, or future physical or mental health.” First, the law.

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COVID-19 and digital transformation

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

This is recognised as a long-term issue for the sector, but the new motivation to solve this challenge is bringing longstanding issues around sharing of health data, financing and past failures back under scrutiny. This in turn restricts how responsive services and systems can be to patients. Looking beyond COVID-19.

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RFID: Increasing Patient Safety and Operational Efficiencies

Healthcare IT Today

It can identify, verify, and validate multiple vials within a kit or tray without the need to physically open the container. Friend of the Pharmacist RFID relies on tiny tags smaller than postage stamps affixed to each medication container, kit, and tray. The advantages of RFID extend far beyond error reduction and time savings.

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Top takeaways from HIMSS22: What CIOs need to know

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Microsoft's Azure health cloud includes a data service that brings together clinical, imaging, medical devices, and other datasets. Examples include using Teams for virtual care visits, Teams integration with Cerner electronic health record, and additional enhancements on the Azure Health Data Services using AI.

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Technology is radically improving care for veterans

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The StrongMind initiative, for example, leverages VR gaming to treat Veterans suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder, providing a safe and supportive environment for processing trauma and opening up about their experiences. Breakthroughs in AR technology are also now enabling doctors in the U.S. Department for Veterans Affairs.

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Five notable technology offerings for older adults

Aging in Place Technology Watch

The hardware is used to tag objects and monitor their use. When the skill is enabled and the mobile apps are connected, the Center simply says “Alexa, open Sundial” to enjoy the Sundial features." Learn more. The last was offered by a giant US network. Learn m ore. Verizon Care Smart Watch.

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Five new technologies for older adults -- 2023 wrap-up (1 of 2)

Aging in Place Technology Watch

Nomo Smart Care identifies deviations in routine, such as medicine cabinets not being opened, kitchen pantries left untouched or changes in sleep behavior and if needed, offers direct-to-911 data and voice connectivity. " Learn more. category tags: caregivers , Home Care , senior living , AgeTech

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