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Leveling the Playing Field for Rural Health Providers

Health Leaders | Nursing

Rural communities and health systems are addressing this challenge through telehealth and digital health tools and platforms. They're using platforms that enable rural residents to meet with specialists online, either from their homes or from telemedicine stations set up at local hospitals, health clinics, or doctor's offices.

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Avoiding the Landmines on the Path to HealthTech Innovation

Healthcare Law Insights blog

As digital health platforms and telemedicine expand, the debate around licensure and the potential for the unlicensed provision of professional services intensifies. Licensing ensures that healthcare practitioners meet competency standards and protect public welfare.

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The History and Evolution of Certified Nurse Midwifery

Every Nurse

Nursing brought with it several breakthroughs that led to better health outcomes for women and infants, including the development of aseptic techniques and antiseptics that helped control infections. As nursing evolved, it took on an active role in childbirth, and many nurses became midwives.