Protecting sensitive information is the core purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). HIPAA mandates that patients have full control over access to their health records. Compliance is a strict requirement for any healthcare practice or business partner.
Your bathroom, your kitchen table, even your dreams — if it’s part of your life, health tech wants in. CES 2026, the world’s biggest technology showcase, proved the wellness tech revolution is accelerating fast. This roundup explores the boldest, weirdest, and most promising innovations, from no-screen trackers to AI-powered mattresses, that may soon be part of your daily routine.
From quick selfies to behind-the-scenes posts, social media has blurred the lines between professional and personal sharing. But when patient privacy is at stake, every post matters. Even seemingly harmless content can violate HIPAA regulations if it contains identifiable details.
New technologies are reshaping healthcare at a rapid pace, changing how patient care is delivered and how IT systems operate behind the scenes. Over the course of 2026, these innovations are expected to improve patient outcomes and ignite new growth across the business side of the industry.
Amid mounting pressure to enhance data security and operational efficiency, the healthcare industry is turning to blockchain technology as a solution. In this article, we’ll explain how blockchain can be used to protect patient data and streamline supply chains.
In today’s threat-heavy landscape, healthcare workers must do more than care for patients. They must also guard against phishing and other cyberattacks. This piece outlines how some health organizations are shifting from traditional, yearly security training toward continuous, adaptive programs that build cybersecurity into daily workflows and culture.
Telemedicine is transforming how we think about doctor visits. Learn how digital tools are changing patient care for the better, enabling faster communication, better prevention, and access to top-tier medical advice.
What is telemedicine?
Telemedicine utilizes digital technology to bridge the gap between patients and healthcare professionals, providing a seamless, convenient, and efficient way to receive medical care remotely.
The phrase “AI in healthcare” often brings to mind back-office tasks, such as optimizing schedules, automating billing, or managing administrative workflows. While those AI-enabled applications are important, they barely scratch the surface of AI’s potential.
Healthcare IT faces rising threats, both from human-driven and naturally occurring events, with increasing frequency and severity. These threats can seriously impact the operational technology that healthcare systems depend on for delivering care. This article delves into the importance of understanding the risks to critical infrastructure and offers actionable steps for protecting both operational technology and the continuity of care in the face of these increasing threats.
