Bonus Features – May 21, 2023 – 82% of wearable users willing to share data with their physicians, 81% of Americans trust pharmacists and nurses to diagnose minor illnesses, and more

This article will be a weekly roundup of interesting stories, product announcements, new hires, partnerships, research studies, awards, sales, and more. Because there’s so much happening out there in healthcare IT we aren’t able to cover in our full articles, we still want to make sure you’re informed of all the latest news, announcements, and stories happening to help you better do your job. News and Research More than four in five (82%) of wearable device owners are willing to share health data with their physicians, according to a poll conducted by the Connected Health Initiative. Additionally, 87% of users said the device helped them meet their health and fitness goals, while 40% of users with a chronic condition said the device simplified management of their health and improved their quality of life. Nearly 60% of Americans would visit a pharmacy as their first stop for non-emergency care, and 81% trust pharmacists and nurse practitioners to diagnose minor illnesses and prescribe medications, according to a Wolters Kluwer Health survey. More than 60% of adults were willing to go to a pharmacy for vaccinations, though 54% preferred the doctor’s office for vaccines for their children. Disruption is the new normal for the hospital supply chain due to economic pressures and shortages, a new report from Deloitte concluded. Tellingly, 70% of organizations cite data visibility as a major supply chain issue, as it limits to understand and address risks with suppliers...
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