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Impact of E-Visit Billing on Patient Portal Messaging Volume

December 31, 2024 • 12:00 AM

The implementation of billing for electronic visit (e-visit) services in response to patient-initiated messages has led to a noticeable decrease in the volume of these messages, according to recent research published in a respected medical journal. This study analyzed the effects of charging for e-visit consultations on the messaging behavior of patients seeking medical advice through online portals.Researchers conducted a comprehensive analysis comparing the frequency of patient-initiated medical advice messages before and after the introduction of e-visit billing. The study involved a...

Legal Initiatives Intensify Around Abortion Pill Access

December 25, 2024 • 12:00 AM

Opposition to abortion in the United States is increasingly targeting medication as a method to terminate pregnancies, leading to a wave of lawsuits and legislative actions aimed at restricting access to abortion pills. This trend follows the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade in 2022, which has allowed states to enforce their own abortion regulations. This month, the Texas Attorney General's office initiated a lawsuit against a New York physician, alleging that she unlawfully prescribed abortion pills to a patient in Texas through telemedicine. This marks a significant legal...

Record Surge in Dengue Cases Reported in the Americas Linked to Climate Change

December 13, 2024 • 12:00 AM

Recent reports indicate a significant increase in dengue fever cases throughout the Americas, with health officials attributing this surge to the ongoing effects of climate change. The alarming rise in infections has raised concerns among public health authorities, who warn that the changing climate is creating more favorable conditions for the transmission of this mosquito-borne disease. Dengue fever, characterized by high fever, severe headaches, joint and muscle pain, and rashes, is transmitted primarily by the Aedes aegypti mosquito. This mosquito thrives in warm, humid environments,...

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