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The strongest associations were found for broad-spectrum antibiotics and those that act against anaerobic bacteria and fungi, study suggests.

Proposed legislation prevents tech data harvesters from collecting information from smart device users.

Post-acute executives surveyed say EHRs and interoperability with acute care providers and physicians would radically improve their ability to thrive under value-based care.

Healthcare executives have a unique opportunity to stand up against harmful material on social media platforms.

The grant will fund the creation of a new “supercomputer” that will enable Mount Sinai researchers to explore more data-driven medicine.

Could per-person adjustments to Medicaid payments help better address social inequalities that affect overall health?

A new survey reveals that healthcare data breaches cost the industry billions, and is only expected to get worse.

A new survey reveals attitudes around healthcare from key stakeholders in the industry.

FDA cites 15 companies making unsubstantiated health claims.

There are a lot of ideas about ways to increase the value of cancer care, but personalized treatments may be the most significant and immediate.  

CMS has put forth pricing transparency provisions for both hospitals and insurers – but what will they really mean for healthcare?

PBM mergers contribute to pricing problems, ACP says.

Disparities between network use and provider reimbursement levels widening, report finds.

Many working families are spending more of their incomes on healthcare, a new Commonwealth Fund report.

The healthcare system is not meeting the needs of the people who need it most, according to a new focus group study.

Here are key areas that will trend in 2020, particularly in regard to population health programs.

A new survey reveals how patients are struggling to navigating the complex healthcare system and what concerns they have about it.

Community-based palliative care in the patient’s home improves care quality as well as increases satisfaction with the healthcare experience.

A new study reveals that healthcare’s digital transformation is not advanced when it comes to defining and executing a digital strategy.

Patients may miss out on savings and making informed treatment decisions.

A new poll underscores the value of Medicare Advantage plans.

Planned Parenthood has continued its entrance into digital health with its new reproductive services finder app.

Attempts to close information and care gaps are often tactical in nature and ultimately lead to greater complexity. As healthcare leaders, how do we address it?

A report from Salucro suggests most patients evaluate billing and payment processes before even reaching the institution.

Hub services are expanding functions to facilitating access to needed therapies or devices and addressing barriers to adherence.

Tech and data use is improving doctor-patient relations and autonomy.

Americans think brands could do more to prevent customer service fraud and don’t trust that brands are handling their personal information securely.

Three things to know about price transparency rules for health insurers and hospitals.

A new report reveals that the majority of Americans are concerned about catching the flu, but more are taking preventative measures.

Healthcare executives are encouraged to seek best practice recommendations from infectious diseases organizations when implementing ASPs.