Two top home health companies, VNS Health and Bayada Home Health Care, highlight their organizations by investing in research. Research departments are still rare across the home-based care industry. However, organizations conducting research capabilities have been able to improve patient outcomes, develop data that proves valuable in payer negotiations, and remain at the cutting edge of care delivery. “Home care institutions have value when it comes to home health institutions when they can demonstrate that new models of care can demonstrate return on investment by demonstrating better results,” said Bayada's chief researcher for home care innovation. “Then you go to…
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In recent years, home cancer treatments have gained momentum. A new study suggests that 100% of patients are satisfied with cancer treatment at home, with almost two-thirds prefering it over clinical care. Researchers analysed patients who enrolled in the Mayo Clinic's barriers beyond cancer care program and found that patients in recent analyses slightly preferred over clinical care. Participants gave an average score of 9.36 for home cancer care out of 10 points possible in the consumer assessment of the Health Provider and Systems Cancer Care Survey, compared to 9.54 for cancer treatment in clinical practice. “Traditional cancer therapy is…
R-La at the start of Wednesday's Senate hearing on cybersecurity in the healthcare sector. Senator Bill Cassidy of the group spent some time pleading lawmakers and witnesses to focus on the topic at hand. Cassidy, chair of the Senate's Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, is member Bernie Sanders, I-Vt. , or the attempt by ranking witnesses to guide hearing in that direction was a “distraction,” and at one point Louisiana Republican accused Sanders of spreading “half-truth.” “It's about cybersecurity,” Cassidy said. “I'm so grateful to those who actually talked about cybersecurity (all) and I'm really grateful.” However, during the…
In the first half of 2025, the MorningStar Healthcare Index slowed the performance of the MorningStar US Index, losing 4.67% over 12 months against a return of 15.09% for the US index. After a brief rebound earlier this year, the sector lost momentum in the second quarter due to increased uncertainty regarding the potential impact of US policies on biopharma, healthcare plans and health technology companies' growth rates. Broader concerns about rising headwinds in care use and regulation for US-centric businesses have been further heightened on sentiment. We believe healthcare could potentially close the performance gap in the coming months.…
A nurse-led project has developed a tool to support people with a learning disability to more easily access urgent and emergency care. It comes as part of a quality improvement project commissioned by the RCN Foundation, to support people with learning disabilities to access the care they need in times of ill-health. “We know from our research that accessing care can be challenging when you are unwell” Dale Nixon Researchers from Keele University, North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust, Swansea Bay University Health Board, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, NHS Grampian, as well as an independent advisor consultant nurse,…
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Poor contact between parents and “familiar and trusted” healthcare professionals, including practice nurses and health visitors, is contributing to the slump in childhood vaccination uptake, according to research. In a new report published this month, the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) has highlighted the critical role of nurses in driving vaccination uptake among children. “The widening inequalities and decline in vaccine uptake rates are a national cause for concern” Alison Morton It comes as the World Health Organization recommends that at least 95% of children are immunised against vaccine-preventable diseases. In the UK, not a single routine…
The first of the new neighbourhood health services will be rolled out across 42 sites in England from September, the government has announced. NHS and council leaders have today been urged to team up with health and care providers to accelerate the rollout of these services, which will bring diagnostics, mental health, post-op, rehab and nursing under one roof. “This shift to the community will be vital in ending the unsustainable pressures on emergency departments” Nicola Ranger They form a key part of the government’s new 10 Year Health Plan, which was unveiled last week. The move to introduce neighbourhood…
The global AI healthcare market is rising sharply. It is reportedly expected to reach more than $180 billion by 2030. Whether it eases the administrative burden on physicians, acts as a patient's initial contact point, or rapidly integrates into medical research and diagnosis, AI has the potential to transform the healthcare sector. According to the American Medical Association, two in three doctors use AI, an increase of 78% compared to 2023. No. 5 of the Fortune 500, CVS Health is a leading player in the healthcare industry with the largest chain of pharmacies in the country. The company also provides…
This article is part of the HHCN+ membership The increased use of technology in home care has been an innovative way to advance the industry, but has improved patient care, made provider operations more efficient, and lessened the caregiver's management burden. However, when using outdated technology, the outcome can be disastrous. Outdated technologies in home care settings pose serious risks, including increased security vulnerabilities, operational issues, and potential harm to patients. Specifically, obsolete software and hardware can lead to data breach, communication issues, and difficulties in maintaining regulatory compliance. “Old-fashioned technology limits productivity, irritates staff and does not affect patient…