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Do You Have Access to Your Medical Records?

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New Study Shows Accessing Your Medical Records May Be More Challenging Than You Think. Everyone has a medical record, but many people may not understand how this information is being used and whether they have access to it. Why Obtain a Copy of Your Medical Records?

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A translation guide for physician-speak

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Physician: “The patient presents with an interesting medical history…” Translation: ”Way too much to go into here; check out the previous doctor’s dictation.” Physician: “This will feel like a pinch.” Translation: “This will feel like I’m shooting you with a small-caliber handgun in slow motion.” Translation: “Munchausen.”

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Denial: The Hidden Link Connecting Mpox, COVID-19, HIV/AIDS

Forbes Healthcare

Throughout modern medical history, Americans have underestimated or dismissed emerging health threats until the consequences became impossible to ignore.

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The Future of Blockchain In Healthcare

Electronic Health Reporter

According to Jacob Kostecki of Blockhead Factor, blockchain makes it perfect for the recording of both research and treatment information, as well as medical histories. […]. The article The Future of Blockchain In Healthcare appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Woman Gets “Second Chance” After Doctors Remove 100-Lb. Ovarian Cyst

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Allison Fisher has a whole new outlook on life after undergoing one of the most shocking surgical procedures in medical history. The symptoms lasted over a year, but the 20-year-old decided to ignore the pain because she doesn’t like discussing her weight with medical professionals. “I was scared.

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Patient Data Compromised in Palomar Health Medical Group Cyberattack

The HIPAA Journal

Palomar Health Medical Group has warned patients that they may have been affected by an April 2024 cyberattack, and DaVita has learned that tracking tools on its website and mobile app may have sent user data to third-party vendors. Individual notification letters will be mailed to the affected individuals when the file review is completed.

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Multiple Class Action Lawsuits Filed Against City of Hope National Medical Center Over Data Breach

The HIPAA Journal

Several class action lawsuits have been filed against City of Hope National Medical Center, a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated cancer treatment and research center, over a recently disclosed data breach that exposed the protected health information of more than 827,000 individuals.