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Enhancing Clinical Trials Through Increased Compensation and Health Data Brokering

Enhancing Clinical Trials Through Increased Compensation and Health Data Brokering

Increasing participation and success for trial participants

Clinical trials are the backbone of medical research, driving the development of new treatments and advancing our understanding of various diseases. However, the success of these trials heavily relies on the engagement and support of participants. Many potential participants face significant financial barriers that deter them from enrolling or continuing in clinical trials. Increased compensation for...
Navigating Privacy and Security in Digital Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) Treatment Services

Navigating Privacy and Security in Digital Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) Treatment Services

A report from the Opioid Policy Institute

As the opioid crisis continues to devastate communities across the United States, digital health services have emerged as a beacon of hope for increasing access to essential addiction treatment and recovery support. However, the promise of these digital platforms is marred by significant privacy and security concerns that threaten the very fabric of effective addiction healthcare. The following provides a...
Healthskouts

Healthskouts

FDA/CE Certified Health App database

Provides a curated database of regulated mobile medical health apps (FDA approved and CE mark). 

The Hidden Risks of Prescription Privacy

The Hidden Risks of Prescription Privacy

What Consumers Need to Know

In an era where personal data is as valuable as currency, a recent report by The Washington Post has shed light on a concerning practice in America's largest pharmacy chains. The investigation reveals that pharmacies like CVS Health, Kroger, and Rite Aid have been sharing customers' prescription records with police and government investigators without a warrant. This revelation raises significant concerns...
Navigating the Complexities of HIPAA and Personal Health Data Security

Navigating the Complexities of HIPAA and Personal Health Data Security

The importance of individual vigilance in data protection

The Wired article, "What Doctors Wish You Knew About HIPAA and Data Security," delves into the limitations and misunderstandings surrounding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in safeguarding personal health data. It highlights that HIPAA primarily regulates healthcare entities but does not cover consumer-generated data or information shared outside traditional medical...