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4. Better information equals better care.

• Better data leads to better care. Learn how to improve patient flow and streamline workflows here.
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• What comes after video visits? Hear what payers and providers have to say about the future of telehealth.

5. Cleveland Clinic, Mount Sinai & more system CIOs join venture to grow health tech companies Full story

6. House passes $1.7 trillion spending package: 6 healthcare takeaways Full story

7. Hear a former FDA comissioner & leading health systems explain how AI is transforming healthcare. Click here to register for the event.

8. California hospital to lay off 328 employees Full story

9. Amazon partners with clinical communication platform on new Alexa skill for hospital patients Full story

10. Top 10 new innovations in health IT, per Fast Company Full story

11. It's time to replace patchwork telehealth systems assembled during the pandemic. Learn how by joining this discussion.

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