Search Tag: patient care
2025 16 May
A global healthcare workforce crisis is on the horizon, with projections estimating a shortage of at least ten million healthcare workers by 2030. This shortfall poses severe risks not only to individual well-being but also to global health systems and economies. While expanding the workforce supply is crucial, it is no longer sufficient. The path...Read more
2025 16 May
Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) in New Jersey is reshaping traditional nursing workflows through the implementation of virtual nursing. At a time when healthcare systems are under growing pressure to improve operational efficiency and staff satisfaction, HMH has taken a proactive step towards addressing these challenges. By incorporating remote...Read more
2025 06 May
Out of Stock, Limited Options: How Drug Shortages Threaten Rare Disease Patients Imagine living with a chronic, rare disease, and that your health depends on a specific medication. Then, one day, it turns out to be unavailable. You do not know when it might be on-stock again, there are only limited alternatives, and the future looks uncertain. Many...Read more
2025 04 May
Artificial intelligence is already making strides in UK healthcare, particularly in radiology, yet a significant proportion of the public remains unaware of its presence and potential. A national survey conducted by J.L. Partners for the Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) reveals that fewer than half of British citizens are aware of AI being used...Read more
2025 10 Mar
The shortage of anaesthetists poses significant challenges in healthcare. Potential short- and long-term solutions, oriented to ensure adequate patient care and safety are the topic of this article. It is becoming increasingly challenging for the directors of anaesthesia services and Intensive Care Units (ICUs) to complete work shifts by...Read more
2025 03 Mar
The availability of hospital beds is a critical factor in ensuring effective patient care. Yet, recent data suggests that the United States is facing a potential crisis in hospital bed supply. Post-pandemic occupancy rates have significantly increased, while the number of staffed hospital beds has declined. This shift poses serious implications...Read more
2025 24 Feb
The integration of artificial intelligence into electronic health records (EHR) is transforming healthcare by improving workflow, clinical decision support and patient care. Despite the accelerated adoption of AI, challenges remain, often due to misaligned organisational priorities rather than technological issues. Many healthcare providers invest...Read more
2025 24 Feb
The integration of artificial intelligence into electronic health records (EHR) is transforming healthcare by improving workflow, clinical decision support and patient care. Despite the accelerated adoption of AI, challenges remain, often due to misaligned organisational priorities rather than technological issues. Many healthcare providers invest...Read more
2025 04 Feb
Hospitals and healthcare systems worldwide are facing increasing pressure to optimise resources while maintaining high standards of patient care. One of the most critical factors in this equation is the length of stay (LOS), which refers to the duration a patient spends in the hospital from admission to discharge. A prolonged LOS not only places...Read more
2025 04 Feb
Healthcare environments are inherently high-stress settings where patients and their families often experience significant emotional distress. In such conditions, conflicts can arise, making de-escalation a critical skill for healthcare professionals. Effective de-escalation strategies not only help in managing immediate tensions but also contribute...Read more
2025 29 Jan
The RaySafe X2 system simplifies radiation safety in diagnostic radiology by offering intuitive, accurate and comprehensive quality assurance testing. It ensures optimal equipment performance, reduces radiation exposure and streamlines calibration processes. Ideal for multi-facility use, it enhances patient and staff safety while maintaining...Read more
2024 23 Dec
Ranking puts Fresenius Medical Care among the best-in-class sustainability performers in the world and Europe The company recorded progress towards its sustainability targets Sustainability is one of the essential drivers for future Fresenius Medical Care (FME), the world’s leading provider of products and services for individuals with...Read more
2024 09 Dec
Healthcare technologies, ranging from sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI) systems to home-based medical devices, are pivotal in transforming patient outcomes. These tools enhance diagnostic accuracy, improve treatment protocols and optimise healthcare delivery processes. However, implementing and managing such technologies can introduce...Read more
2024 09 Dec
Healthcare technologies, ranging from sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI) systems to home-based medical devices, are pivotal in transforming patient outcomes. These tools enhance diagnostic accuracy, improve treatment protocols and optimise healthcare delivery processes. However, implementing and managing such technologies can introduce...Read more
2024 09 Dec
Healthcare technologies, ranging from sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI) systems to home-based medical devices, are pivotal in transforming patient outcomes. These tools enhance diagnostic accuracy, improve treatment protocols and optimise healthcare delivery processes. However, implementing and managing such technologies can introduce...Read more
2024 09 Dec
Healthcare technologies, ranging from sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI) systems to home-based medical devices, are pivotal in transforming patient outcomes. These tools enhance diagnostic accuracy, improve treatment protocols and optimise healthcare delivery processes. However, implementing and managing such technologies can introduce...Read more
2024 02 Dec
The development of medical device software has transformed healthcare by combining technological innovation with stringent regulatory compliance. These advanced systems play a critical role in improving patient care, reorganising operations and enabling real-time monitoring. However, the complexity of integrating cutting-edge technologies with...Read more
2024 30 Nov
Natural Language Processing (NLP) is profoundly transforming healthcare by addressing the challenge of managing vast amounts of unstructured data generated in clinical settings. From electronic health records (EHRs) to clinician notes, unstructured data often remains untapped despite its potential to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency....Read more
2024 12 Nov
The 2025 Healthcare CNO Summit , an exclusive invitation-only event, is scheduled for February 3-4, 2025, at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas. This premier summit aims to bring together influential Chief Nursing Officers (CNOs) and innovative suppliers to address the evolving challenges in healthcare and foster strategic partnerships. ...Read more
2024 11 Nov
The healthcare industry is on the brink of transformation due to rapidly advancing artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Generative AI, in particular, promises unprecedented potential across various sectors, from generating academic essays to coding software and, now, reshaping healthcare. However, as we integrate AI into healthcare systems,...Read more
2024 11 Nov
Epic, a global leader in electronic health record (EHR) technology, has recently taken a notable step forward by expanding its Application Programme Interfaces (APIs) for healthcare app developers. Now freely available, these APIs empower developers to create solutions that support a more personalised, patient-centred approach to healthcare. This...Read more
2024 04 Nov
Health literacy is fundamental for effective healthcare, enabling patients to access, understand and use health information to make informed choices. As medical care becomes increasingly complex, the need for clear and accessible communication grows. Healthcare organisations must prioritise delivering comprehensible information to support patients...Read more
2024 04 Nov
Medical ethics are vital in guiding physician behaviour, balancing self-interest and patient care within a structured framework. These ethics are not static but evolve as the medical landscape shifts. The American Medical Association (AMA) has historically defined ethical guidelines, adapting them to match scientific progress, economic pressures...Read more
2024 28 Oct
Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare is a transformative endeavour that offers significant opportunities to improve patient care, enhance operational efficiency and ultimately drive better clinical outcomes. The promise of AI is vast, from diagnostic tools that can detect diseases at an early stage to AI-driven predictive analytics...Read more
2024 28 Oct
Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare is a transformative endeavour that offers significant opportunities to improve patient care, enhance operational efficiency and ultimately drive better clinical outcomes. The promise of AI is vast, from diagnostic tools that can detect diseases at an early stage to AI-driven predictive analytics...Read more
2024 28 Oct
Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare is a transformative endeavour that offers significant opportunities to improve patient care, enhance operational efficiency and ultimately drive better clinical outcomes. The promise of AI is vast, from diagnostic tools that can detect diseases at an early stage to AI-driven predictive analytics...Read more
2024 28 Oct
Effective communication is the cornerstone of any successful organisation, and in healthcare, its importance cannot be overstated. Inefficient communication can lead to substantial financial losses and compromised patient care. In fact, U.S. hospitals reportedly waste between €10.2 and €11.3 billion ($11 and $12 billion) annually due to communication...Read more
2024 21 Oct
Healthcare organisations face unprecedented challenges in safeguarding sensitive data while ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Cybersecurity threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and as attackers refine their tactics, healthcare providers must adapt their approaches to cybersecurity. The critical balance between protecting...Read more
2024 21 Oct
Healthcare organisations face unprecedented challenges in safeguarding sensitive data while ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Cybersecurity threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and as attackers refine their tactics, healthcare providers must adapt their approaches to cybersecurity. The critical balance between protecting...Read more
2024 15 Oct
Fresenius Medical Care (FME) , the world’s leading provider of products and services for individuals with renal diseases, has reopened all its dialysis clinics in the regions affected by Hurricane Milton since Monday, October 14, and Hurricane Helene on Tuesday, October 1. Because of our ongoing preparedness efforts, all clinics are back...Read more