By Houda Hachad – Cancer care is undergoing a structural transformation. Advances in early detection, targeted therapies, and immunotherapies have improved outcomes. According to the American Cancer Society, the five-year survival rate for all cancers combined has now reached 70%, reflecting meaningful progress in treatment and care delivery.

CMS is extending the initial application deadline to May 15, 2026, so that more organizations can participate in ACCESS when it launches on July 5, 2026; Medicare enrollment is required for participation but not to apply.

By Sean Roy – Why Rich Messaging Is the Next Step in Digital Patient Communication. Patients increasingly expect healthcare communication to feel as seamless as the digital experiences they encounter in areas like retail, travel, and banking. Retail has spent years perfecting the digital customer experience.

By Zac Amos – Access control in healthcare facilities protects patient data and supports ongoing regulatory compliance. Even experienced teams can overlook critical gaps that expose systems and environments to unnecessary risk, especially as operations scale and integrate new technologies.