Nora Plainert

Data breaches are becoming an alarming trend, and health care incidents stand out for their potentially lifelong consequences. Recently, I reported how a data breach at a physician-led vein center exposed almost half a million people's data to hackers. Now, another health care data breach has come to light, affecting even more people. The

China's digital healthcare transformation is rapidly evolving, driven by urban innovation, government-backed initiatives, and a dominant local Electronic Health Record (EHR) vendor market. This sweeping change is not just about adopting new technologies; it involves a comprehensive overhaul of the healthcare landscape to ensure efficient,

The global Electronic Health Record (EHR) market has seen significant changes over the past decade. With the number of vendors shrinking from over 1,200 in 2014 to approximately 280 by 2024, the landscape has become more competitive. This article explores how local and regional EHR vendors are innovating and competing with multinational health IT

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into clinical trials holds the promise of transforming health equity by addressing long-standing disparities in medical research. Historically, clinical trials have underrepresented diverse populations, leading to a healthcare system that does not adequately serve everyone. As we approach 2025, AI

The collaboration between the Illinois Public Health Institute (IPHI), 4medica®, Wellconnected, and the New Jersey Innovation Institute (NJII) to lead the Chicago Regionwide Community Information Exchange (CIE) represents a significant step toward improving care coordination and advancing health equity in Chicago. This innovative initiative seeks

Healthcare interoperability is a critical issue in the modern medical landscape, requiring a delicate balance between innovation, patient data access, and security. Over the past decade, significant strides have been made, primarily due to the widespread adoption of electronic health records (EHR). However, numerous challenges remain,

The healthcare landscape has undergone significant changes primarily due to rapidly advancing technologies. These advancements have increased the necessity for prompt, effective, and individualized care. Among such technological advancements, the use of advanced analytics in clinical decision-making stands out as one of the most promising

The Hudson Valley healthcare facility operator, HealthAlliance, recently faced a significant data breach incident that compromised the personal and medical information of 242,641 patients. This incident has led to significant legal and financial consequences for the organization. In this article, we will delve into the details of the breach, the

In today's healthcare environment, the advancement of technology has created a double-edged sword scenario. Technological advancements greatly enhance the lives of healthcare staff and patients, making healthcare more accessible and efficient. However, these same advancements also provide cybercriminals with new avenues to breach healthcare

The COVID-19 pandemic was a wake-up call for global healthcare systems, highlighting the critical need for technological preparedness. Informatics, along with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), proved to be instrumental in managing the pandemic efficiently. Central to this preparedness is health informatics, which serves as