Public Policy

Is Healthcare Ready for the New Cybersecurity Challenge?
Public Policy Is Healthcare Ready for the New Cybersecurity Challenge?

Healthcare has long stood as a prime target for cyber-attacks because the value of patient data remains extraordinarily high, making a robust cybersecurity strategy essential. Yet, the complexity of digital transformation, combined with stringent regulatory requirements, presents significant

Unresolved Issues and Progress in Ireland's Public Health Reform
Public Policy Unresolved Issues and Progress in Ireland's Public Health Reform

In recent years, Ireland's public health system has seen significant efforts towards reform aimed at addressing longstanding issues. The establishment of the consultant grade in public health medicine marks a notable achievement, yet ongoing challenges such as pay discrepancies, staffing

Medicaid Reform Needed To Eliminate Waste And Improve Care
Public Policy Medicaid Reform Needed To Eliminate Waste And Improve Care

With the ongoing complexities of Medicaid, the federal program intended to provide critical healthcare services for the needy, there's an urgent need for comprehensive reforms. Currently, the system exhibits significant inefficiencies that lead to substantial waste, misallocated taxpayer

NSW Implements Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios at Tamworth Hospital
Public Policy NSW Implements Minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios at Tamworth Hospital

To address the pressing issue of nurse workload and patient care quality, the NSW Government has implemented a landmark healthcare reform at Tamworth Hospital. This initiative mandates minimum nurse-to-patient ratios for every shift, ensuring that hospitals across New South Wales maintain adequate

How Will Baker Donelson's New Leaders Shape Health Law's Future?
Public Policy How Will Baker Donelson's New Leaders Shape Health Law's Future?

The recent leadership changes within Baker Donelson's Health Law and Public Policy Department mark a significant milestone for the firm, which is renowned for its expertise in health care law. By appointing Michaela D. Poizner, Robert Wells, and Craig C. Conley to pivotal roles, Baker Donelson

Urgent IT Modernization Needed for AI in Healthcare, HIMSS Study Says
Public Policy Urgent IT Modernization Needed for AI in Healthcare, HIMSS Study Says

Artificial intelligence (AI) promises to revolutionize healthcare, but a recent HIMSS study reveals significant technological shortcomings that impede its full potential. Despite the prevalent use of electronic health records (EHR) and patient portals in healthcare systems—with adoption rates of 8

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