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Infectious Disease Alert Updates
Loss of Monoclonal Therapy for COVID-19; Cost-Savings of Outpatient Antimicrobial Therapy
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A Review of Insulin Transition
Diabetes mellitus is a collection of chronic metabolic diseases that occur either as the result of insulin deficiency or insulin resistance. One of the primary goals in diabetes treatment includes lowering blood glucose levels sufficiently to prevent microvascular and macrovascular complications. The type of insulin prescribed depends on multiple factors, and insulins frequently are interchanged. Before choosing or transitioning to an appropriate insulin, consider all social determinants and individualize the treatment regimen as “one size does not fit all.”
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Several Groups ‘Deeply Concerned’ About AHRQ’s ED Diagnostics Report
Frontline providers take issue with references cited and data interpretation, among other problems.
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SAMHSA Seeks Opioid Treatment Program Expansion
Under a proposed rule change, the agency wants to tear down more barriers to addiction treatment.
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CommonSpirit Ransomware Attack Holds Lessons for Cybersecurity
A ransomware attack on a large health system forced it to shut down electronic health records and cancel appointments — and there are indications it may have threatened patient safety. Hackers might have exploited weaknesses that resulted from a series of mergers and acquisitions.
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Paying Ransom Is a Loser’s Game
Healthcare organizations have paid ransom to regain access to their computer systems, but that is a bad move, experts say.
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Three Steps to Better Cybersecurity
Healthcare organizations that are reactive rather than proactive with cybersecurity are especially vulnerable to ransomware attacks. Staying proactive is about much more than developing and implementing an incident response to comply with HIPAA.
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Fire Safety Requires Ongoing Training, Hands-On Practice
Fire safety is a major concern in healthcare facilities, but the most effective programs include constant education and training that expose staff to the conditions they might face in an emergency.
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Providing Legal Cannabis Can Bring Potential Liability
Physicians who recommend medical cannabis, and their affiliated hospitals or clinics, should be aware of potential legal risks, even when state law allows medical use. Federal law prohibits physicians from prescribing cannabis, even in states that allow its use. To enable the use of cannabis for medical reasons, some states use terms such as “recommendation” or “certification” as opposed to a prescription from a physician.
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Watch for Emerging Threats and Risks in 2023
Over the coming year, risk managers can benefit by watching recent trends in telehealth, labor shortages, and data breaches.