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SC HIMSS recognized as Chapter of the Year

The Chapter of the Year Award recognizes chapters who have had a strong impact on their geographical region in a meaningful way through the works of the chapter to produce health information and technology-centered events, education,…
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What CIOs are focusing on in 2024

In 2024, hospital and health system CIOs are focusing on exploring generative AI use cases, with the aim of driving greater efficiencies for their organizations and staff. 
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How one health system made its EHR 'fun'

One health system reduced the stress and burnout associated with EHR use by making a recent update to its system "fun," the American Medical Association reported.

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Hackers threaten to send SWAT teams to Fred Hutch patients' homes

Hackers threatened to "swat" patients of Seattle-based Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center if the organization didn't meet its ransom demands, databreaches.net reported.

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How UPMC makes the business case for cyber spending

Pittsburgh-based UPMC is investing in cybersecurity in a challenging economic environment by making the business case for it, The Wall Street Journal reported Jan. 4.

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Missouri hospital worker alleges hours are being cut in wake of cyberattack

An anonymous employee from Liberty (Mo.) Hospital is alleging that the organization has been cutting employee hours due to a December cybersecurity incident, KCTV reported Jan. 3. 

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8 healthcare tech trends in 2024, per DataLink

Health IT company DataLink projected eight trends in healthcare technology for 2024. Artificial technology dominated the trends list.

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Walgreens to boost IT infrastructure

Walgreens Boots Alliance has experienced high turnover in the technology division, and now wants to build up its IT infrastructure, according to The Wall Street Journal.

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Apple watch sales ban temporarily lifted

Apple will be allowed to sell previously banned smart watches in the U.S. while it appeals the U.S. International Trade Commission's decision that it violated Masimo's patent, according to The Wall Street Journal.

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Best Buy Health plans bigger healthcare presence in 2024

Best Buy Health became a major player in healthcare over the last 12 months by partnering with some of the largest health systems in the U.S. to support in-home services, virtual care, supply chain management and more.
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How EHR installs hit hospital finances in 2023

With some EHR installation costs climbing north of $500 million, a botched installation can seriously affect a health system's bottom line.