HOSPITAL REPORT
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Study: Surgical Safety Checklist Can Reduce 30-day Mortality Rates
Adapting the WHO's Surgical Safety Checklist led to better outcomes in South Carolina hospitals.
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Study: Does a Physician's Political Affiliation Influence Delivery of Care?
A physician's political leanings may affect the type of care or healthcare advice offered to patients on politicized health issues, a recent study found.
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Google Glass, Remote Scribes Can Save Docs Two Hours Per Day -- But is it Secure?
Live-streaming medical exams to remote scribes can save docs time -- but there are myriad privacy concerns.
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Want To Donate an Organ? There’s an App For That
Apple is trying to harness some of the enthusiasm for its smartphones and apply it to organ donation.Read More -
Study: Rural Hospitals Fare Better in Medicaid Expansion States
Rural hospitals in Medicaid expansion states show greater Medicaid income and lower uncompensated care than those in non-expansion states, study says.
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Want Effective Training on Ransomware? Have `Men in Black’ Attack Aliens
Training on ransomware includes dressing up like “Men in Black” characters and attacking “aliens” trying to invade computers.Read More -
Ride-hailing Services Can Help Patients with Limited Transportation Options
Health systems are partnering with ride-hailing services to help patients get to the doctor.
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The Holy Grail: Improve Outcomes and Reduce Costs With Low-Risk Pregnancies
Performing fewer prenatal visits for women with low-risk pregnancies reduces the burden on patients and saves resources.Read More -
CMS: Reports of Marketplace Insurance Unrest Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
A new report from CMS indicates that risk pools are strong in the state insurance exchanges.
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Medical Services While You Shop? Coming to a Mall Near You
Want a movie with your mammogram? Dinner with your dialysis? Cookies after your colonoscopy?Read More