Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand has undertaken the Shared Digital Health Records (SDHR) project to consolidate patient health information for clinicians across the country. With funding of NZ$4 million, the project is set to launch its initial phase mid-year, aiming to streamline data from existing
The medtech industry has undergone a significant transformation, with artificial intelligence (AI) driving unprecedented advancements and innovations. At Nvidia's annual artificial intelligence developer conference, GTC, leading medtech giants showcased their latest AI-driven projects, highlighting
Hospice care providers are navigating an increasingly complex regulatory landscape, with telehealth policies and widespread fraud emerging as primary concerns. Insights from a recent survey involving 112 hospice professionals illuminate the pressing issues anticipated to impact the industry
The nuclear medicine and radiopharmaceuticals market is on a trajectory to remarkable growth, with projections reaching USD 11.05 billion by 2030. Such significant expansion underscores the transformative impact of advancements in healthcare and diagnostic technologies, particularly in the realms
Singapore is pioneering an innovative approach to Covid-19 research through human challenge studies, where volunteers are deliberately infected with the virus in controlled settings. This approach contrasts with traditional methods where infections occur naturally, allowing researchers to obtain
Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with James Maitland, an expert in robotics and IoT applications in medicine. James has a robust understanding of how advancements in technology can drive significant improvements in healthcare solutions. We will explore the proposed amendments to the HIPAA
In a move pivotal to sustaining federal operations and preventing a government shutdown, the United States Senate recently approved a continuing resolution (C.R.) to fund the federal government through September 30, 2025. This legislation, passed with a narrow 54-46 vote, also encompasses crucial
With the rapid advancement of technology, the healthcare sector faces significant challenges in keeping up with cybersecurity demands. This reality becomes even more urgent when considering the sensitive nature of medical data and the potentially catastrophic consequences of cyberattacks on
The recent proposal by House Republicans to introduce a funding bill has sparked intense debate, especially among medical professionals and healthcare organizations. The bill, aiming to keep the government operational past March 14, controversially includes a 2.8% cut to the Medicare payment rate
After the Bipartisan Healthcare Act faced setbacks at the end of 2024, Senate Democrats, led by Ron Wyden of Oregon, are making a renewed push to pass this comprehensive and ambitious legislation. This revival effort could potentially bring significant reforms to various facets of the healthcare
