National Healthcare Decisions Day reminds us why “Having the Conversation” is critical
Honest conversations about end-of-life care.
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COVID-19 and the uptick in ransomware attacks and social engineering
Can a ransomware attack result in a patient’s death?
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2020 Guide to Managing Medical Waste
Medical waste poses a risk of spreading disease in humans, animals and the environment. According to the WHO, of all waste generated by healthcare activities, 15% is hazardous and may be infectious, toxic, or radioactive. MedPro Disposal has put together a useful guide on everything you should know about biohazard waste disposal.
 
 
Triage complications resulting from COVID-19
Individual physicians should not be determining critical care and ventilator use.
 
The benefits of direct pay to physicians and patients
David B. Wright, MD, an internist from Memphis, tells Medical Economics about the benefits of running a direct pay practice, how it has improved his relationship with his patients, and their health outcomes.
 
 
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