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The increase of mobile devices, embedded devices, virtualization software, social media and the consumerization of IT are the top five security threats for healthcare organizations today, says one expert.

The Internet has not only transformed how consumers gain access to health information, it is also significantly changing how they seek comfort during a health crisis, according to new research from Minneapolis marketing firm, Russell Herder.

Social media can be used to increase enrollment and reduce clinical trial delays, according to a new survey.

"Hospitals are missing their opportunity" to boost patient engagement online, says one expert, who notes that a successful Web project requires a hybrid of marketing expertise and technology.Richard Brown is a Healthcare Solutions consultant for Nashua, N.H.-based Ektron, a Web solutions provider. He shared with Healthcare IT News five ways healthcare organizations can boost online engagement.

Seniors struggling to deal with healthcare concerns while living independently will soon have a new friend to call upon - Angela."Angela" is an interactive telecare platform launched by Independa, a San Diego-based provider of telehealth solutions for home care-based settings and caregivers. Described as "the next Wii or iPad for the golden generation," it's designed to not only provide entertainment and a communications platform for seniors living independently, but also to maintain a vital link to caregivers.