Brainjacking is a type of cyberattack in which hackers take control of a person’s brain implants or other medical devices in order to gain access to sensitive information or wreak havoc on their victim’s body. This type of attack is particularly dangerous because it can be very difficult to detect and defend against. There have … Read more
A polygenic risk score (PRS) is a statistical tool used to estimate an individual’s risk of developing a particular disease or condition, based on the individual’s genetic profile. PRSs are calculated by analyzing a person’s DNA and looking for specific genetic variants that have been linked to the disease or condition in question. The more … Read more
Neurofeedback, also known as EEG biofeedback, is a type of biofeedback that uses real-time displays of brain activity—most commonly electroencephalography (EEG)—in an attempt to teach self-regulation of brain function. The goal of neurofeedback is typically to improve mental health, although it is also sometimes used to improve physical health or to enhance performance. Neurofeedback training … Read more
Clinical business intelligence (CBI) is a healthcare IT term that refers to the use of data and analytics to support clinical decision-making. CBI can be used to support a wide range of decisions, from individual patient care to population health management. In general, CBI can be used to answer three types of questions: 1. What … Read more
A smart bandage is an advanced type of bandage that is equipped with sensors and other forms of technology that allow it to monitor the healing process of a wound and provide real-time feedback to both the patient and the caregiver. Smart bandages have the potential to greatly improve the quality of care for patients … Read more
The public sector is the part of the economy that is controlled by the government, including public services such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure. What is public sector give examples? The public sector is the sector of an economy that is composed of government agencies and institutions that provide goods and services to the population. … Read more
According to Healthcare IT News, transparency is “the act of making information available to the public.” In the healthcare industry, transparency is often used to refer to the sharing of information about the cost and quality of care. There are a number of reasons why healthcare providers may choose to be transparent about the cost … Read more
Accountability refers to the obligation of healthcare IT professionals to ensure that the systems they design, develop, and maintain are used in ethically and morally responsible ways. This includes ensuring that patient privacy and confidentiality are protected, and that the systems are used in ways that improve patient care and outcomes. Then, what means by … Read more
Biofeedback is a method of treatment that uses electronic sensors to measure a person’s physiological response to stimuli, such as stress, and provides feedback to help the person control those responses. The goal of biofeedback is to help the person learn to control his or her own body and to reduce or eliminate the need … Read more
A chief health informatics officer (CHIO) is a senior executive who is responsible for the overall use of information technology (IT) within a healthcare organization. The CHIO is responsible for developing and implementing IT strategies and initiatives that support the organization’s clinical and business goals. In addition, the CHIO oversees the day-to-day operations of the … Read more
