By Ellie Gabel – Electronic skin (e‑skin) is an ultrathin, stretchable adhesive sensor that conforms to the epidermis. It captures vital signals such as ECG, muscle activity, movement and temperature, transforming patient monitoring from brief snapshots to continuous, decision‑ready data.

By Tom Keane & Steven Posnack – ASTP/ONC released a final rule enabling the use of certified EHRs to submit prior authorizations, select drugs consistent with a patient’s insurance coverage, and exchange electronic prescription information with pharmacies and insurance plans.

By Shahzad Mohammad – The behavioral health landscape is driven by an urgent need for more accessible and effective care. Telehealth isn’t just facilitating this shift; it’s leading the charge towards a future where quality care is within reach for everyone.

By Matt Fisher – The drumbeat of settlement agreements for alleged HIPAA violations by the Office for Civil Rights is continuing along with the consistent finding that the required risk analysis did not occur. The consistent announcement of settlements offers regular reminders to the healthcare industry that OCR is watching and expecting compliance to improve.