Health IT
Health IT is the use of computer hardware, software or infrastructure to record, store, protect and retrieve clinical, administrative or financial information. Through evolving technology and new policies, health IT is changing the delivery of health care services.
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VA Secretary Touts Shutdown Resilience, Warns of Benefits Strain
Doug Collins said the department’s health care system remains fully operational despite the shutdown, but furloughs strain other benefits.
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How Public-Private Partnerships Drive Public Health Innovation
ASTP leader Stephen Konya explained how innovation ecosystems in collaboration with the private sector and academia improve patient access and drive better health outcomes.
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White House Backs AI-Powered Pediatric Cancer Research
An executive order prioritizes AI and data infrastructure funding for pediatric cancer research, care, treatment and diagnosis.
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VA Focuses on High-Impact Use Cases in AI Strategy Update
The VA updated its AI strategy to focus on high-impact use cases, automation and key areas where innovation could be highlighted.
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HHS Budget Proposal Funds New CTO Office to Advance Interoperability
Federal leaders said HHS’ proposed restructuring and API interoperability will give developers more capabilities for EHR modernization.
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VA Plans 'Run to the Finish Line' for 2031 EHR Deployment
VA's Dr. Neil Evans outlined his efforts toward a 2031 goal and emphasized interoperability and market-based deployment.
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HHS Champions AI Adoption Through Workforce Development
HHS, CDC and DHA officials outlined how education, collaboration and leadership investment are driving AI adoption across their agencies.
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HHS Officials Push Past Legacy IT to Strengthen Care Delivery
HHS leaders said modern EHRs, AI security tools and interoperable data will overcome legacy challenges and support better care nationwide.
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Upcoming Deregulatory Rule Streamlines Health IT Certification
ASTP plans a rule for its health IT certification program while pushing interoperability and enforcement of information-blocking.
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VA to Roll Out Ambient Listening Pilots at 10 Facilities by Year End
The agency's AI pilots test ambient listening tools while expanding use cases and strengthening governance for secure adoption.
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HHS Data Plan Ushers in New Era of Collaborative Health Innovation
HHS CDO Kristen Honey drives a cultural shift toward transparency and real-time feedback to break down silos and empower frontline decision-making.
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ARPA-H Leverages AI to Strengthen Health Data Infrastructure, Security
ARPA-H programs use AI to consolidate records, strengthen cybersecurity and optimize biomedical data workflows.
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