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Joint Commission Program Aims to Safeguard Health Data Usage

The Joint Commission has introduced a voluntary Responsible Use of Health Data Certification program for U.S. hospitals and critical-access hospitals starting from Jan. 1, 2024, aiming to guide and recognize healthcare organizations in safely transferring data for secondary use, such as quality improvement and AI development.

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Emergency Department Boarding Linked to Poor Care

In a new study, emergency department (ED)clinicians expressed concerns about poor communication, resource shortages, and training gaps in ED boarding care, emphasizing the need for standardized care, proactive planning, and cultural changes, impacting both patient care and clinician well-being.

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