As 2024 draws to a close, the impending expiration of telehealth flexibilities looms, potentially reversing transformative changes made during the COVID-19 pandemic. These adjustments significantly expanded telehealth capabilities, especially within the Medicare system, and their lapse could result
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have made a significant decision to extend telehealth prescribing for controlled drugs through December 2025. Given the increasing reliance on remote healthcare options, this move indicates a growing
The ongoing debate surrounding Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors has sparked significant controversy and concern. At the heart of this issue is the right of teenagers to access medical interventions such as puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgeries designed
The Canadian government has introduced Bill C-72, known as the "Connected Care for Canadians Act," with the ambitious goal of mandating interoperability for health information technology (IT) across the country. This legislative proposal seeks to address the critical challenge of data
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various sectors, from healthcare to law, and even democracy. The rapid advancements in AI technology bring both immense potential and significant challenges. As we navigate this transformative era, it is crucial to understand the benefits, risks, 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
