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).
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
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,
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
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
The transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in nursing informatics is becoming increasingly evident, particularly in its impact on patient care delivery and clinical workflows. AI holds substantial potential for revolutionizing nursing practice and improving patient outcomes, as
In a move set to revolutionize healthcare data management in Washington State, the Health Commons Project has announced its acquisition of OneHealthPort. The Health Commons Project, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing healthcare innovation and accessibility through technology,
The article from Black Book highlights a significant global surge in cybersecurity attacks, particularly ransomware, targeting healthcare systems worldwide, including prominent nations such as the UK, Australia, India, and Brazil. These attacks threaten patient safety, operational stability, and
The Canadian government has proposed a groundbreaking piece of legislation called the Connected Care for Canadians Act (Bill C-72), introduced in June 2024, which aims to revolutionize the country's healthcare system by advancing health data interoperability and curbing the restrictive
The Australian Digital Health Agency (ADHA) has embarked on an ambitious journey to establish a Health Information Exchange (HIE) aimed at enhancing patient care through seamless data exchange among healthcare providers. This initiative seeks to create a secure digital health infrastructure that
