AI’s race-based medical advice could harm patients
Bias and inaccuracies creep in depending on questions about Black, White patients.
Lack of diversity in donor sperm; AI can flag skin cancer with almost 100% accuracy; 12 DNA variations linked to suicide - Morning Medical Update
The top news stories in primary care today.
Staff retention: It takes more than just money
Training, tailored benefits and paths for career advancement help build loyalty and reduce employee attrition
Primary care and public health – ‘We need to talk to each other’
American Public Health Association leader discusses legislation and a holistic view of U.S. health care.
Patient data breaches doubled in 2023
Total breaches hit 87 million this year
New national group aims to be voice for independent physicians
AIMPA launches this week to advocate for specialists contending ‘consolidation has not led to better care or lower costs for patients.’
Medicaid and health equity: Meet the Primary Care Collaborative
Primary Care Collaborative President and CEO Ann Greiner, MCP, introduces the organization.
What’s scaring practice owners this Halloween season?
As you look ahead to Halloween, November, and beyond, here are some key financial compass points to follow as you shore up your own business.
Yellow fever may return; Childhood obesity medicine trials; CVS pulls cold medicines with phenylephrine - Morning Medical Update
Physician shortage to take center stage in Washington, D.C.
AMA president to make presentation at National Press Club next week.
AI Roundup: No one knows what AI has taken over, AI image fans flames of war, ChatGPT now has internet access
Artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing in health care and all facets of business and life. Here are the latest developments:
Are medical supply shortages harming patients?
Ongoing medication, medical supply, and medical equipment shortages are plaguing doctors nationwide
Health care organizations urge Congress to continue APM incentives
Letter to Congressional leadership warns that ending payments could stall transition to value-based care
Attract and keep exceptional talent with retention and recruiting strategies for today’s labor market
A revolving door of staff or an understaffed office can undo the good work of your practice. Here’s how to find and keep talent.
Primary care left gutted by COVID-19 pandemic
Health care is busy and getting busier, but there are possible solutions that could help physicians and other clinicians, according to a new report.
$1400 for Paxlovid; Amazon drone prescription delivery; Hitting snooze could have benefits - Morning Medical Update
Is texting the future of patient-centric care?
Patients want more convenience. Are you ready to accommodate them?
The top five specialties prescribing Ozempic and Wegovy
Weight-loss drugs are all the rage, but who is actually writing the scripts?
Health care cybersecurity challenges increase as threats rise
Vast majority of health care organizations are under constant cyber attack
FQHCs must get creative with building and sustaining remote patient monitoring programs
Technology has proven beneficial for treating chronic conditions and generating data. But changes in reimbursement could be coming in 2024.
Columbus hospitals relieve $335M in debt; E-bike injuries jump 21% in one year; Trigger warnings are ineffective - Morning Medical Update
Too heavy in stocks? Annuities offer a good option for rebalancing
Many older Americans are too heavily invested in stocks, new analysis reveals. Annuities offer a way to trim while earning good rates and getting tax advantages.
Check out the digital version of the 100th anniversary issue
Our editors put extra emphasis on the print book for this special anniversary issue of Medical Economics.
Hospital mergers on track to outpace 2022
Financial need is driving activity, analysts say
Banning menthol cigarettes; Abortion info hidden on hospital websites; Black patients 42% more likely to die
Consumers are ready for personalized health care. Data can make it happen.
Digital health technology has the potential to transform wellness and improve patient outcomes
How the right communication strategy can reduce the impact of a patient’s health crisis
Providing clear and simple instructions reduces patients’ uncertainty and fear when confronted with bad news
Kaiser Permanente workers to start voting on new contract this week
Health system, union announce details about agreement, including wage raises.
The life and times of the country doctor
A photo essay from 1948 captures the life of a small town country doctor in vivid detail.
Researchers ponder best ways for primary care to integrate mental health care
AHRQ has open comment period on new study that found at least 87 approaches to blending behavioral health with physical treatments.
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