A Post-Pandemic Outlook on Public Health Reporting
Our Interoperability Showcase collaborators share that there is consensus across the industry that the U.S. needs to enhance the public health reporting and data sharing infrastructure to not only prepare for the next emergency, but also improve its ongoing efficiency and effectiveness.
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How Blockchain Can Be Used for Personal Health Record Storage and Security
When Satoshi Nakamoto, a Pseudonym used by several persons created blockchain in 2008 to trade online currency named Bitcoin, a whole new frontier was opened in computer security.
Robotics in Healthcare
The healthcare field is constantly looking for ways to support and evolve the care that is being delivered to patients. In recent years, these efforts have included the incorporation of various technologies into healthcare delivery.
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and the Implications for Providers
The rise of computerized systems and medical devices in safely and efficiently diagnosing, treating, and coordinating care is a clear indication that AI is here to stay and grow in importance.
Investigating the Impact of Health Informatics Literacy on the Evidence-Based Practice of Nursing
Informatics literacy has been considered a critical issue in improving nursing evidence-based practice. This study was carried out to investigate the impact of health informatics literacy on the evidence-based practice of nursing.
Electronic Health Record Training for Nurse Leaders
Electronic health record (EHR) training at our organization was historically catered toward staff nurses. While nurses in leadership positions must be familiar with staff nurse functionality, they also have very different system needs.
Marijuana Addiction Prediction Models by Gender in Young Adults Using Random Forest
esearch indicates that marijuana is the most used illegal substance in states where this substance remains criminalized, with increasing use among young adults. There are important gender differences in substance use behavior. Specific risk variables implying different marijuana use behavior by g...
Nurses’ Perceptions of the Application of the Internet of Things in Healthcare Services in Indonesia: A Mixed Methods Study
The aim of this study was to explore nurse perceptions about Internet of Things (IoT) applications. This study was conducted using a mixed-methods sequential explanatory design at a secondary hospital, located in West Java, Indonesia. The sample was composed of nurses with minimum educational bac...
Using Virtual Resources to Predict Heat Wave Outcomes and Support Resilience
The health risks of extreme heat are well documented but not well known to the general public. Healthcare professionals at all levels from public health to acute care can be instrumental in shifting the public misperceptions about heat and health risks, and in linking people to tools that can hel...
Why Due Diligence is Key to Medical Device Security
Medical device security is about more than just the MDS2 Form. Preventing cyberattacks also includes carefully vetting vendors with security in mind.
Taking Steps to Prevent the Rise of Ransomware Attacks in Healthcare
As we continue with the new normal of using technology and information systems in our day-to-day work environments, we can expect to see a continued rise of ransomware attacks. But we can help stop these with proactive, preventive steps.
Building a Digital Health Ecosystem
Health systems need a robust digital health ecosystem to ensure an effective workforce and governance structure, that information can be shared efficiently, and ultimately, so patients are provided with personalised solutions tailored to their needs.