Information Technology - May 2023
Texas Health Resources Joins the Dandelion Consortium
The Dandelion Consortium is a group dedicated to exploring the capabilities of AI in healthcare.
5/26/2023
How Will Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Impact Healthcare Facilities?
Changes are coming, though most of them will make tasks more efficient and productive.
5/25/2023
New Bill Aims to Better Protect Rural Hospitals from Cyberattacks
A new bill proposes to better educate rural hospitals on how to prevent cyber attacks.
5/24/2023
What Kinds of Energy Efficient Technologies Can Hospitals Use?
From LED lighting to building automation systems, there are many types of technology that hospitals can employ.
5/23/2023
NextGen Healthcare Hit with Cyberattack Potentially Exposing Protected Health Information
This is the second attack to hit NextGen in recent months.
5/19/2023
New Rule May Prohibit Healthcare Facilities From Paying Ransom During Cyberattacks
When hacked, IT systems can be taken offline until a ransom is paid.
5/18/2023
Two Rivers Public Health Department Patient Data Accessed Without Authorization
The information of over 15,000 patients was accessed through an employee’s Office365 account.
5/12/2023
How Staffing Shortages are Impacting Healthcare Facilities' Cybersecurity Capabilities
Cyberattacks in the healthcare industry are increasing rapidly and most facilities are ill-equipped to defend.
5/11/2023
Essentia Health Upgrades Patient Experience with New Technology
Improved wayfinding, entertainment systems and elevators will enhance the patient experience.
5/9/2023
Lock Socket Solutions Used in the Houston Methodist Hospital System
The technology helps in securing chargers from being taken by staff or patients.
5/1/2023