Precision Medicine

Also called personalized medicine, this evolving field makes use of an individual’s genes, lifestyle, environment and other factors to identify unique disease risks and guide treatment decision-making.

Philips launches website geared to those struggling to sleep

Royal Philips' “World’s Sleepiest Website,” is a new online resource to help those who struggle with sleep get a better night’s rest through a variety of visual content, including videos and images to help restless sleepers and to serve as a resource for chronically sleep deprived individuals who may have an underlying sleep issue.

Alternative care site usage on the rise

Consumer use of alternative sites of care such as retail health clinics, urgent care centers and telehealth is on the rise, and likely going to climb higher, according to a new report from consulting firm Oliver Wyman.

Epic developing notification app for Apple Watch

Details are limited considering the EHR behemoth's notorious aversion to publicity, but Epic has developed an app patients that brings the functions of its patient portal to the Apple Watch.

Research institute faces $3.9M HIPAA fine

The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research, affiliated with Northwell Health, will pay a $3.9 million fine for HIPAA violations.

PCAST report: Older Americans need connectivity, access, training for best health outcomes

A new report from the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) makes the case for the use of technologies such as telehealth and wearable sensors to help keep elderly Americans healthy and connected.

ReHabbit wins Ochsner, GE innovation challenge

ReHabbit is the winner of the “Wear Your Health” Innovation Challenge held by Ochsner Health System and GE Healthcare.

Should hospitals be required to show patients charges for healthcare services?

A new bill introduced in the Michigan state legislature would require hospitals to detail specific charges for healthcare services.

Poll: Many Americans report significant barriers to healthcare access

While a majority of Americans are satisfied with their healthcare coverage, costs and access, many remain dissatisfied with what they perceive as barriers to receiving adequate healthcare services, according to a new poll conducted jointly by NPR, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

Around the web

RBMA President Peter Moffatt discusses some of the biggest obstacles facing the specialty in the new year. 

Mark Isenberg, executive vice president of Zotec Partners, discusses key developments that will reshape the specialty this year. 

The tirzepatide shortage that first began in 2022 has been resolved. Drug companies distributing compounded versions of the popular drug now have two to three more months to distribute their remaining supply.