Health IT Issues that Deserve a Second Read – June 2024
The thought leaders in our community are good about sharing their thoughts on the issues of today. Here are the top read and shared guest posts of June that we think deserve sharing again.
SCOTUS Ruling Strips Power From Federal Health Agencies
From KFF Health News Network – Their latest podcast, What the Health, In what will certainly be remembered as a landmark decision, the Supreme Court’s conservative majority recently overruled a 40-year-old legal precedent that required judges in most cases to yield to the expertise of federal agencies.
Treatment Using Medication for Opioid Use Disorder Can Save Lives
By Robert M. Califf MD – Since launching our Overdose Prevention Framework in August, 2022, the FDA has taken some important steps to address the opioid overdose crisis. I’d like to catch up with you about opioid use disorder, and efforts we’re taking to mitigate this ongoing health condition.
The Vital Role of Website Monitoring and AI in Healthcare
By Katie Brenneman – The healthcare industry benefits from advances in technology in various areas. Some of these get a lot of attention in the sector, such as 3D printing in organ transplants and diagnostic software. But, for leaders of healthcare facilities, some tools can help with various practical elements of operations.
Improving the Health and Well-Being of Older Americans
From the AHRQ Blog – Looking back at Older Americans Month, it is crucial that we continue to recognize the significant contributions of older adults and the urgent need to transform and improve their healthcare. Our current system is ill-equipped to meet the complex needs of older adults, who often contend with multiple chronic conditions.
Protecting and Advancing the Health of Women
By Robert M Califf MD & Kaveeta P. Vasisht MD PharmD – Thirty years ago, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Office of Women’s Health was established to promote the inclusion of women in clinical trials and to provide leadership on topics related to the health of women.
Bird Flu Lands as the Next Public Health Challenge
From KFF Health News Network – Their latest podcast, What the Health, Public health officials are watching with concern since a strain of bird flu spread to dairy cows in at least nine states, and to at least one dairy worker. But in the wake of covid-19, many farmers are loath to let in health authorities for testing.
Continuing a 35-Year History, AHRQ Pursues Vital Pathways to Improve Patient Care
By Robert Otto Valdez PhD MHSA – Not long ago, Health and Human Services Deputy Secretary Andrea Palm visited AHRQ to update agency staff on HHS priorities and discuss healthcare topics ranging from the future impacts of artificial intelligence to the nation’s mental health crisis. It was also an opportunity to continue our celebration of AHRQ’s 35th anniversary—
Health IT Issues that Deserve a Second Read – May 2024
The thought leaders in our community are good about sharing their thoughts on the issues of today. Here are the top read and shared guest posts of May that we think deserve sharing again.
‘An Arm and a Leg’: Digging Into Facility Fees
From KFF News Network – Their latest podcast, ‘An Arm And A Leg’, This week, Facility fees are charges tacked on for visiting a doctor’s office or even a telehealth visit. They’re becoming increasingly common and they can add hundreds of dollars to your bill.
Working Together to Tackle Inequities—Centering the Voices of Women
From the AHRQ Blog – The theme for this year’s National Women’s Health Week—Empowering Women, Cultivating Health: Celebrating Voices, Wellness, and Resilience—aligns with AHRQ’s ongoing efforts to address the healthcare needs of all women.
How Do Our Minds Help (or Hinder) Finding Connection & Purpose?
House Calls with Dr. Vivek Murthy is a podcast hosted by the 21st U.S. Surgeon General. In this episode Shankar Vedantam, host and creator of the podcast ”Hidden Brain” joins the Surgeon General for a two-part conversation that travels across science and deeper philosophical questions about life.
