Telehealth
There's a potentially large impact school-based telehealth programs can have on children with chronic illnesses.
Healthcare IT News Managing Editor Bill Siwicki reports that CaroMont Regional Medical Center's use of telehealth has helped reduce ER overflow hours from 1,700 to just 148.
A robust web presence and offerings like online scheduling and telehealth are imperatives for health systems looking to stay relevant.
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Nonin Medical made usability and logistics improvements to its pulse oximeter to make it more desirable for the elderly, claim Nonin's Chris Holland and telehealth consultant Mark VanderWerf.
MaryAnne Sterling, EVP of caregiver experience at Livpact, describes the "one-stop shop" for tools and resources for adult children caring for aging parents with Alzheimer's or other chronic conditions.
Adoption of telehealth for mental health services is increasing, highlighting the need for a more cohesive legal and regulatory framework.
The bill has bipartisan support to lift restrictions on Medicare coverage for telehealth.
Virtual care delivered from the school nurse's office is reducing health-related absences, addressing social determinants and improving access, says Nick Woods, co-founder of California-based Hazel Health.
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Sony's new B2B mSafety platform features a smartwatch with built-in sensors, a simple user interface, a secure back end and long battery life, says Anders Strömberg, head of the company's wearable platform department.
These new technologies also allow primary care offices to deepen their relationships with their patients and provide a fuller spectrum of care.

