Pharmacogenomics, or the study of the human genome's response to drugs, originated in the late 1990s. It has continued to grow and culminated in what we call today precision medicine. Precision medicine includes the in-depth analysis of the genomic data and DNA sequencing files of an individual and his/her lineage for generations. This genetic information is used to select personalized treatment options.
Oftentimes, news of an organization's social customer care (or lack thereof) goes viral and for a short amount of time, the business is put under the microscope by news outlets and social media users. It is at this point where its online presence and history are closely monitored. This provides it with an opportunity to impress curious users who decide to take a look at the services it provides and grow its customer base. But creating content in the hopes of going viral is not the only way an organization can leverage the ever growing popularity of social media. In fact, it is the most uncommon. Below is a list of ways that you can use your social media presence to strengthen customer loyalty and increase foot traffic to your business:
In August of 2018, a group of researchers at Check Point Research successfully breached a system of computers through a vulnerability in a Hewlett Packard printer and fax machine. The team sent a fax containing malware disguised as an image to the machine, which stored the document, and gave the researchers access to all the computers on the network.
A recent Yale study revealed that a large number of American hospitals fail to provide patient records upon request. The research was based on simulated patients requesting medical records and was conducted in 83 of the best hospitals in the US, all of which have independent medical records request processes and medical records departments, reachable by phone.
Canadian companies today need IT leaders that are capable of adapting to the rapidly changing technology landscape and can promote information sharing and networking. Consequently, CIOs aim to stay up to date with new technologies and best practices through annual events. Below is a list of upcoming CIO events in Canada for the year 2019.
In 2018, Canada witnessed some revolutionary changes to its laws regarding healthcare and data security. However, a report released in 2018 revealed it was also the country with the third most cyber security breaches. Consequently, it is important that healthcare organizations keep working towards stronger security measures while simultaneously improving the patient experience. Giva has compiled the following list of upcoming events in Canada focused on healthcare security and innovation:
As the increase in digital technology opens up new business potential, revenue and growth, the role of the CIO is becoming increasingly complex and integral. Consequently, it is crucial that CIOs hone required skills as well as remain up to date with the constant changes in technology. The following is a list of upcoming CIO events in the US for the year 2019:
In recent years, Canada has been working towards making itself more secure and protected by enforcing new cybersecurity legislation and protocols. However, one of the main reasons why the public remains ignorant on such a vital issue is due to a lack of knowledge sharing. Consequently, annual summits and conferences provide a platform for the government and industry experts to educate and raise awareness. The following is a list of upcoming cybersecurity events happening in Canada in 2019:
Cyber security is a growing concern for healthcare entities in the US. The fear of threats has encouraged healthcare providers to connect and collaborate to protect themselves and the data of their patients from attackers. The following healthcare security events are some great opportunities for collaboration on the issue:
The number of Millennials today has reportedly surpassed that of Baby Boomers to become the largest generation group in the US. Consequently, they not only dominate the commercial industry but also have a great influence on healthcare, meaning that in order for providers to stay on top of the generational shift, they need to develop their capabilities to cater to a more tech savvy population. Here are some of the ways Millennials have changed healthcare:
