Today's Top 20 Healthcare News Articles
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Virus tied to poliolike illness in children on the rise
A respiratory virus linked to a rare, polio-like condition in children is on the rise in the U.S., according to a Sept. 17 NBC News report. -
GLP-1 weight loss pills are in the works: What to know
GLP-1 weight loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have become blockbuster drugs, but the need for weekly injections has limited their use. This may soon change, as several oral versions are nearing FDA approval, CNN reported Sept. 17. -
Health systems ease up on IT layoffs
Hospital and health system executives are navigating a complex financial landscape, with operating costs under constant pressure. As part of their cost-reduction strategies, several hospitals have turned to outsourcing or eliminating IT roles.
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83 hospitals earn Vizient's top clinical quality award
Vizient has recognized 83 academic medical centers and community hospitals for outstanding clinical quality and performance. -
Maryland's first new med school in 100 years approved for inaugural class
Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine in Hagerstown, Md., has opened enrollment for the fall 2025 semester. -
10 states with largest projected CNA shortages, surpluses
The nursing assistant shortage is expected to be severe by 2028, Mercer, a financial services company, said in a recent report. -
New York hospital receives $20M donation from entrepreneur
Tom Golisano will donate $360 million to 82 nonprofits in New York, including $69 million to nine healthcare organizations.
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Alcohol use could be driving up younger cancer cases: Report
Cancer cases in adults under 50 have been rising in recent years, and alcohol consumption may be one factor contributing to the rise, The New York Times reported Sept. 18. -
15 hospital, health system presidents exit in 2 months
The following hospital and health system president departures were reported by Becker's in the past two months, including resignations and retirements. -
Illinois hospital board member resigns
Nathan Stevenson has resigned from the Wabash General Hospital board of directors, a spokesperson for the Mount Carmel, Ill.-based hospital confirmed to Becker's. -
Lawmakers pitch bill to improve No Surprises Act enforcement
A group of House lawmakers have introduced a bill aimed at strengthening the enforcement of the No Surprises Act.
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Trinity Health's plan to grow outpatient care
As president and CEO of Livonia, Mich.-based Trinity Health, one of the largest nonprofit, faith-based health systems in the nation, Mike Slubowski regularly navigates critical operational and strategic decisions. -
Hand hygiene in hospitals: What the latest Leapfrog data shows
Hospitals are ramping up their focus on hand hygiene compliance to prevent infections and improve patient safety, new data from The Leapfrog Group suggests. -
TeamHealth sells virtual care platform
TeamHealth sold its virtual care provider platform to Fabric, a healthcare technology company. -
Physician well-being still critically low: 11 notes
A Physicians Foundation survey found physician well-being remains "critically low" and physicians said hospital consolidation negatively impacts well-being. -
Main Line Health's CEO to retire after 20 years
Bryn Mawr, Pa.-based Main Line Health's long time President and CEO Jack Lynch plans to retire next June. -
Baptist Memorial to build Tennessee county's only hospital
Memphis, Tenn.-based Baptist Memorial Health Care struck an agreement with the Fayette County (Tenn.) commissioners to create what will be the county's only hospital. -
Why 40% of hospitals are still losing money, according to CFOs
As hospital margins gradually improve across the industry, a significant divide remains between higher- and lower-performing hospitals, with nearly 40% of facilities still operating in the red, according to Kaufman Hall. Multiple factors are contributing to this growing divide, including market positioning, payer mix, depth of outpatient services, wage inflation and the management of contract labor. -
Ballad Health names chief revenue officer
Johnson City, Tenn.-based Ballad Health has named Shana Tate chief revenue officer, according to a Sept. 17 post on her LinkedIn page. -
UHS sells 80-bed hospital to Texas system
San Angelo, Texas-based Shannon Medical Center has acquired River Crest Hospital from King of Prussia, Pa.-based Universal Health Services, a spokesperson for UHS confirmed to Becker's.
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