June's column on information technology opportunities noted that the FDA sees radio frequency identification (RFID) technology as critical for the long-term safety and integrity of the U.S. drug supply. RFID allows pharmaceutical packages to be tracked, traced and authenticated throughout the chain of distri......

Full article >>> e is the implantable radiofrequency transponder system for patient identification and health information. One example of this type of medical device is the VeriChip Health Information Microtransponder System, which includes a passive implanted transponder, inserter and scanner. The chip stores a unique electronic identification code that can be used to access patient identification and correspondi......

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Integrity means data and information are accurate and complete, and the accuracy and completeness are preserved. This ensures that the information is correct and has not been improperly modified.

Availability means data, information and information systems are accessible and usable on a timely basis in the required manner. This ensures that the informat......

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