Population Health

But a new study found that telemedicine is still being used in surgical fields at higher rates than before the pandemic.  

Rahul Sharma, CEO of HSBlox, a social determinants of health-platform company, walks through the obstacles to healthcare fully leveraging SDOH and potential solutions.

The technology is aimed at creating a complete picture of patient health by using clinical, social and population data.  

The state enacted a law in January requiring physicians – rather than healthcare clinic staff – to be present when a patient takes abortion-inducing medication.

This week's top stories include the WHO's report on the origin of COVID-19, Amazon securing an EUA for an at-home COVID-19 test kit, and a survey finding most digital health leaders perceive the sector to be relatively high risk.

Telehealth, mental health and racial inequality issues have put a spotlight on how to address the needs of underserved populations.

Experts caution that the speed and scope of mobile COVID-19 vaccination efforts in ad hoc settings could present cybercriminals with new opportunities for data theft.

The technology could be useful in the near future when presenting proof of COVID-19 vaccinations.

Published yesterday in PLoS ONE, the data suggests an alternative to the six-minute walk test often conducted in clinics to measure functional capacity.

Monthly Update: HIMSS Media Editor in Chief Jonah Comstock recaps some of March's biggest stories, including digital health's wild funding month, big tech moves and how to sign up for a vaccine at three major pharmacy chains.