The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology Sept. 14 at 1 p.m. ET will host a webinar focused on its information blocking regulation. Panelists will discuss the importance of secure, proper sharing of electronic health information, as well as how such sharing can lead to improved, affordable and equitable health care. Register for the webinar here; a recording of the event will be made available for those unable to attend. 
 

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