Health IT Issues that Deserve a Second Read – August 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 August that we think deserve sharing again.
The Costs of Getting Sick
Contagious Conversations is a podcast hosted and brought to you by the CDC Foundation. This episode is hosted by Dr. Judy Monroe, President and CEO of the CDC Foundation & joining her are Dr. Dan Filardo, Dr. Michael Osterholm, and Dr. Alexander Sloboda to discuss the true cost of getting sick.
Native American Public Health Officials Are Stuck in Data Blind Spot
By Jazmin Orozco Rodriguez – It’s not easy to make public health decisions without access to good data. And epidemiologists and public health workers for Native American communities say they’re often in the dark because state and federal agencies restrict their access to the latest numbers.
Small-Town Patients Face Big Hurdles as Rural Hospitals Cut Cancer Care
By Charlotte Huff – For rural patients, getting cancer treatment close to home has always been difficult. But in recent years, chemotherapy deserts have expanded across the United States, with 382 rural hospitals halting services from 2014 to 2022, according to a report published this year by Chartis, a health analytics and consulting firm.
Setting the Stage for Mental Health
House Calls with Dr. Vivek Murthy is a podcast hosted by the 21st U.S. Surgeon General. In this episode the Surgeon General and Selena Gomez, singer, actress, and founder and creator of Rare Beauty and the Rare Impact Fund, take the stage at the Rare Beauty Mental Health Summit to talk about loneliness, connection, and the power of talking about our mental health.
Health IT Issues that Deserve a Second Read – July 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 July that we think deserve sharing again.
Feeling Energized After Another Successful AcademyHealth Annual Research Meeting
By Robert Otto Valdez PhD MHSA – I have been contemplating the 2024 AcademyHealth Annual Research Meeting, held this year in Baltimore, since its conclusion recently. I hope all attendees had as enjoyable and thought-provoking experience as I had. Congratulations to AcademyHealth for hosting a well-organized meeting with stimulating, informative presentations.
From Awareness to Action: Tackling the Rising Burden of Common Chronic Diseases
By Robert M. Califf MD – One of the most alarming changes is the recent decline in life expectancy in our country, largely due to the cumulative impact of CCDs, combined with excessive rates of suicide, drug overdose and gun violence, and, of course, COVID-19. How can it be that our prowess in technology is not translating into better health and longevity for the American public?
Fulfilling AI’s Potential in Healthcare: A Conversation with AONL CEO, Robyn Begley
By Rhonda Collins DNP RN FAAN – I’ve been in the nursing profession for nearly 40 years and recently sat down with AONL CEO, Robyn Begley, to get her take on the future of nursing leadership. With the workplace violence epidemic, advancements of AI in healthcare, and other factors — this can be a lot to process. Here are my thoughts following our discussion.
‘An Arm and a Leg’: The Woman Who Beat an $8,000 Hospital Fee
From KFF News Network – Their latest podcast, ‘An Arm And A Leg’, This week, Hospital facility fees. They can feel like a charge just for walking in the door. Hospitals say they go toward overhead on facilities with lots of specialized equipment and staff, like emergency rooms.
AI-Powered Nurse Scheduling Solutions: Optimizing Staff Allocation
By April Miller – Hospitals encounter numerous challenges when it comes to nurse scheduling. Ensuring adequate staffing levels to meet patient needs while adhering to budget constraints and regulatory requirements poses a significant hurdle.
When There Is No Cure, How Can We Heal?
House Calls with Dr. Vivek Murthy is a podcast hosted by the 21st U.S. Surgeon General. In this episode Physician and best-selling author, Dr. Abraham Verghese joins the Surgeon General for a two-part conversation about how even when a cure is not possible or probable, our presence, attention, and compassion can be healing.
