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4. What can 20 in-depth interviews & a survey 100+ hospital professionals tell us about the state of hospital-acquired conditions? Click here to find out. 

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6. 5 states administering most COVID shots Dec. 8 Full story

7. Healthcare is betting on precision medicine for a transformation, but barriers remain. Here's how organizations can make it a reality.

8. 10 hospitals seeking pharmacy leaders Full story

9. Allergan settles New York opioid case for $200M Full story

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12. Answers to 4 common questions about COVID-19 boosters Full story

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