Social media policies that comply with the law: Key rules

Many healthcare providers are writing social media policies to protect themselves from the dangers of employees’ social networking use. But those organizations will need to make sure they aren’t getting themselves into any compliance trouble.  Read more

Social networking sites help patients follow doctors’ orders

There have been a lot of stories recently about how patients are turning to social media sites for information about their health and treatment options. Here’s another benefit of social networking for patients and providers:  Read more

Top social media ‘don’ts’ for doctors, according to state medical boards

As patients turn more often to social media sites to help them make health care decisions, providers are also using those tools to connect with people and reach potential patients. But there are a few dangers providers must watch out for.  Read more

Infographic: Patients using social media for healthcare, but hospitals aren’t

In addition to researching information about their own health, people are turning to social networks to communicate with other patients, share their opinions and ask for advice.  Read more

It’s time for healthcare providers to spruce up their social media presence

A big chunk of consumers now follow healthcare providers on social networks. And the number is only going to increase, a recent survey shows.  Read more

What makes a successful Facebook page for hospitals?

Is your healthcare organization considering using social media for marketing and patient outreach? If so, here’s one of the biggest keys for the project’s success:  Read more

New site aims to help fill health IT jobs

A new website is trying to help providers find consultants and contractors to hire for health IT jobs.  Read more

3 reasons doctors and hospitals are using YouTube

When people talk about social networking, they most often think about Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and similar sites. But there’s another site in the category that’s becoming popular for healthcare professionals:  Read more

Social networking campaign added $8.2 million in revenue, hospital says

To improve care outcomes – and prevent readmissions that may lead to new Medicare penalties – many hospitals are striving to help patients become more educated and involved in their own care. One tool that can help: social networking.  Read more

Facebook initiative boosts number of organ donors

As the latest example of social media’s increasing importance in healthcare, a new Facebook feature allows users to publicly register as organ donors.  Read more

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