HIMSS24 Europe: Advancing Interoperability in European Healthcare
As well as showcasing a dedicated Data and Interoperability content track, the 2024 HIMSS European Health Conference & Exhibition in Rome will present HIMSS’ highly recognized Interoperability Showcase from May 29th to 31st.
European Health Data Space Regulation Passes European Parliament
Following the final vote in the European Parliament on 24 April, the final steps will be taken toward adopting the European Health Data Space (EHDS) Regulation, which aims to facilitate the access, use and re-use of health data both within and across EU borders.
Cybersecurity Threats and Legislation Explored at HIMSS24 Europe in Rome
The world’s most engaged and connected speakers on cybersecurity will explore the cyber threat landscape at the 2024 HIMSS European Health Conference & Exhibition, analyzing current legislation and cybersecurity innovations.
Policymakers Shape Healthcare at HIMSS24 Europe
Healthcare leaders are spearheading a global digital transformation against the backdrop of political, economic and social change throughout Europe. Top voices from government, the European Commission, healthcare professionals will dive into the regulatory landscape at the HIMSS24 European Health...
Senate AI Workgroup Calls for $32 Billion for AI Research in New AI Policy Framework
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and the bi-partisan Senate artificial intelligence working group released a legislative framework for artificial intelligence policy on May 15. The plan called for $32 billion in annual spending to stimulate AI research and innovation and a stand-alone federal...
Office for Civil Rights Announces Final Rule to Protect Reproductive Healthcare Data Privacy
On April 22, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (OCR) finalized its rule, HIPAA Privacy Rule to Support Reproductive Health Care Privacy. The rule aims to improve patient data protections around lawful reproductive health care services, thereby encourag...
HIMSS Calls for Significant Investment for Public Health Data Modernization in Annual IPPS Response
HIMSS has reiterated its call for significant investment in public health information data modernization and interoperability capability.
HIMSS submitted its call to action through public comments responding to a request for information (RFI) from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid S...
HIMSS Signs Letter Supporting ONC’s Mission to Promote the Adoption of Health IT
President Biden’s Fiscal Year 2025 (FY2025) proposed budget for the U.S. Health and Hyman Services (HHS) included $86 million for the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC), an increase of $17 million above the FY2024 enacted level.
As Congress...
HIMSS Recommends ONC Ensure True Health Equity by Design
HIMSS has delivered recommendations to the Office of the National Coordinator (ONC) for how diverse and underserved communities can be more preemptively engaged in the design, development and validation of health IT tools and systems.
HIMSS Cybersecurity Expert Lee Kim Running for ISC2 Board of Directors
Lee Kim, HIMSS Senior Principal of Cybersecurity and Privacy, is running for the Board of Directors of ISC2, the world’s leading member association for cybersecurity professionals.
Technology Informatics Guiding Education Reform (TIGER) Interprofessional Community
Our purpose is to engage and prepare the global workforce in using technology and health informatics to improve the delivery of patient care.