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Cyberattacks: What can radiology do to boost protection?

AuntMinnie

The 2021 cyberattack on the Irish healthcare system caused major disruption. On the morning of May 14, 2021, the HSE received reports from hospitals of an attack on encrypted systems via Conti Ransomware. Paralysis : Complete shutdown of all devices and IT systems to mitigate against further threat. proton mail).

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Research from Philips and Vanderbilt Shows Decarbonizing Healthcare and Reducing Costs Can Go Hand in Hand

Imaging Technology

Other generators of carbon emissions within the department included the use of medical disposables, PACS (picture archiving and communication system) and linen production and laundry. It is imperative that healthcare acts quickly, collectively, and globally to mitigate climate impact.

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Mach7 Technologies selected as a solution provider for Veterans Health Administration's National Teleradiology Program NextGen PACS

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Thu, 04/11/2024 - 20:42 April 11, 2024 — Mach7 Technologies , a company specializing in innovative medical imaging and data management solutions for healthcare organizations, announced its participation in the Veterans Health Administration 's (VHA) National Teleradiology Program (NTP).

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What is Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA)

Intelerad

A Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA) is a medical imaging technology that provides a centralized storage solution for medical images and associated data, regardless of the specific imaging devices or systems used to generate those images. What is Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA)? What is PACS?

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iCAD Unveils ProFound Cloud, Enabling Interoperability and Access to Breast AI Solutions at Enterprise Scale

Imaging Technology

Together, they securely transport and process mammography screening data between imaging sources, such as imaging modalities and Picture Archive and Communications Systems (PACS) and the cloud-based AI.

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Extending the Reach

Imaging Technology

Meeting the Technical and Geographic Challenges For more than 17 years, eHealth Saskatchewan has been using a picture archiving and communication system (PACS) from Philips Healthcare Informatics to deliver quality radiology services across a very large geographic region. Sloman said.

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Things to Consider for a PACS Replacement

Intelerad

The evolving landscape of medical imaging technology necessitates the periodic evaluation and replacement of Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) within healthcare institutions.