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Why Work from Home Nursing Jobs Are on the Rise and How This Affects Patient Safety and Identity

Today, remote work is becoming a popular phenomenon across a variety of industries. Many are surprised to find out that even healthcare professionals are now starting to transition into work-from-home jobs that allow them to forego the commute to a healthcare facility or office.  Unfortunately, this rise in digital and remote patient care is giving […]

Patient-Centered Approaches: The Future of Effective Health Care

In the evolving world of health care, prioritizing patients’ unique needs and experiences is paramount. As endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO), patient-centered care is becoming increasingly recognized for its pivotal role in enhancing healthcare quality and safety. The shift towards patient-centered approaches is not merely a trend but an essential progression in ensuring […]

The Influence of Biometrics on Medical Data Security

The health care system is rapidly digitizing. As the health care sector increasingly relies on electronic health records, telemedicine and interconnected medical devices, the vulnerability of sensitive medical information to breaches and unauthorized access has grown exponentially. With its cutting-edge technology and unique identifiers, biometrics has become a powerful tool for strengthening medical data security.  […]

Unsure Whether You Qualify For Disability Benefits? These Common Medical Conditions Do!

Medical conditions can sometimes be unpredictable and debilitating. The ramifications of some diseases and disorders not only impact physical health but can also affect the ability to work and maintain a regular lifestyle. Recognizing this, many government and private organizations provide disability benefits to assist individuals who cannot work due to certain medical conditions.  In […]

5 Ways to Improve Patient Safety in Hospitals

Statistics indicate that about one in every 10 patients experience harm in health care, and over three billion deaths occur yearly because of unsafe care. Over 50% of harm, which translates to one in every 20 patients, is preventable. Patient safety covers information safety as well. It safeguards hospitals from legal troubles and patients from […]

How Biometric Technology Is Used to Monitor Athletic Potential

The pursuit of excellence in the world of sports and athletics has led to the integration of cutting-edge technologies designed to optimize performance. Biometric technology has gained prominence in recent years as it offers a deeper understanding of one’s physical capabilities, allowing coaches to fine-tune training regimens and unlock hidden potential.  Biometric Technology Biometric technology […]

How Patient Data Integrity Can Improve Public Health

In healthcare, data plays a crucial role in painting a picture of the overall health of the nation. This is how reports about different health ailments and their frequency can be created and disseminated to the world.  As one can imagine, this data is immensely important and is likely to be attacked. Without an understanding […]

Ensuring Patient Health During and After Hospitalization

According to WHO, annually there are about 421 million hospitalizations. The adverse events count is around 42.7 million. Based on conservative estimates, the 14th leading cause of morbidity and mortality is patient harm. It naturally flows that there is widespread concern about patient health and safety during and after hospitalization.  The chance of a patient […]

Nurse Practitioners: Empowering Healthcare through Advanced Practice and Compassionate Care

Nurse practitioners play a pivotal role in American healthcare. Serving in many states as replacements for everything from general practitioners to psychologists, they have a broad range of talents and qualifications that allow them to make an enormous impact on their patients’ lives. Of course, this is the American healthcare we are talking about. Nothing […]