Connected devices: A quick refresher By now, you’ve no doubt heard about connected devices. These devices have been implemented and improved over the years to help people better monitor their health in various ways. The most common devices are smart watches, but the list continues to grow with the evolution of devices like more discrete […]
After two years of change, what’s ahead for healthcare in 2022? The pandemic has served as a forcing function for the rapid adoption of technology. Now, many of the technologies that were launched or improved during COVID-19 are being more fully integrated into existing care models. As we look ahead, three of the top technology […]
It’s no surprise to any employer that ransomware attacks are on the rise, making these destructive breaches a serious cause for concern. Attacks rose 158% from 2019 to 2020 in North America alone. Unfortunately, cybercriminals can easily access company data if proper measures aren’t in place. Read on for tips employers can use to mitigate […]
Ransomware attacks are on the rise, impacting employers daily. From the compromise of the Colonial Pipeline to the attack of Kaseya to the global WannaCry incident, it’s not uncommon for employers to find themselves in the middle of a ransomware situation. These types of attacks quickly become destructive and have a costly impact on organizations, […]
Driven by the increased use of connected devices among employee populations, wearable technology has rapidly entered the workforce in recent years. While this technology presents innovative opportunities for employers to improve the delivery of healthcare, it also comes with associated risk. Understanding there is no true solution for these security concerns, risk mitigation is the […]
Telehealth, telemedicine, or – as we like to call it – virtual health: Whatever the name, the idea of visiting a medical provider via phone, video or secure message instead of face-to-face isn’t new. In fact, it’s growing in popularity, especially among employers. As of 2016, 74 percent of large employer-sponsored health plans had incorporated […]