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Why it's still difficult for hospitals to share patient data

Jun 20, 2016
The infrastructure to deliver on the promise of information sharing is there, but business interests don't always align.
Sharing data seems like a given when it comes to patient care, but it's not always so easy. 
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Health records are an easy target for identity thieves

Aug 19, 2014
The word is Chinese hackers stole some 4.5 million patient records.

Australians ahead of the curve when it comes to moving health care to the digital world

Oct 3, 2013
In Australia, digital medical records and other health care technologies have been in place for years.