In the past, epidemiology experts took a lot of hours to determine how and where health epidemics would come from.Now, with the help of new communication technology – specifically social media –epidemiologists can quickly identify and solve health outbreaks. In one example, Facebook users in Minnesota were able to identify...
Using Telemedicine to Increase Hospital Revenue
Telemedicine has grown dramatically in the past few years. Not only has it provided benefits to consumers, but it’s now proving to address a hospital’s key objective: boost the bottom line.According to a recent study in the journal Telemedicine and e-Health, hospitals that utilize telemedicine technology and referred patients to...
Can Big Data Spot Suicidal Attempts in the Military?
Every day 22 U.S. veterans take their own lives. In 2012, suicides among active members of the military reached 349, exceeding those killed on duty. Many experts say the military culture makes those at risk less likely to ask for help or admit they are suicidal. Big data may be...