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.
Using Technology to Reduce Missed Appointments
The recent introduction of technology into ambulatory settings has expanded the capabilities of communication with patients. Missed appointments (no shows) are a significant problem facing clinical practices.
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...
Shifting to Preventive Care in a New Health System
In the second piece of this series on developing a new health system, our guest writers detail how the pandemic may have finally demonstrated that it is time to shift focus to preventive care.
The Potential for Further EHR Adoption in Italy Position Paper
As the European Union places increased importance on digital health, the HIMSS Italian Community and partners outline opportunities for EHR adoption and expansion in Italy.
Future of Healthcare Report: Exploring Healthcare Stakeholders’ Expectations for the Next Chapter
The Future of Healthcare Report from HIMSS and its Trust partners—Accenture, The Chartis Group and ZS—offers a unique view into the perspectives of four healthcare stakeholder groups, all expecting substantial changes in the industry over the next five years.