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Top-paying cities for medical techs
Most of the top-paying cities for medical technicians are in California, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Alabama aims to eliminate cervical cancer in a decade
Health professionals in Alabama aim to eliminate cervical cancer in the state in a decade, The Wall Street Journal reported May 6.
Texas hospital lays off 35% of staff
Dallas-based White Rock Medical Center laid off nearly 35% of its staff and temporarily stopped receiving patients transported by emergency medical services, The Dallas Morning News reported May 6.
Iowa hospital completes critical access transition
Carroll, Iowa-based St. Anthony Regional Hospital has completed its transition to a critical access facility, the Carroll Times Herald reported May 6.
Which states pay for 'hospital at home'
While CMS allows health systems to apply for waivers to be reimbursed for hospital-at-home care not all state Medicaid programs cover the care model.
American Cancer Society embarks on largest study of cancer risk in Black women
With the goal of enrolling more than 100,000 participants, the American Cancer Society is planning the largest U.S.-based, behavioral- and environmental-focused study on cancer risk and outcomes in Black women.
10 best, worst entry-level jobs
Engineer I is the best entry-level job, and welder I is the worst, according to an analysis released May 7 by Wallethub.
Prime CFO on how owning real estate enhances care
Steve Aleman, CFO of Ontario, Calif.-based Prime Healthcare knows a thing or two about healthcare real estate acquisition.
Oklahoma hospital CEO defends rural health clinic closure
The decision to close McCurtain Memorial Urgent Care – Hochatown near Broken Bow, Okla., on April 28 has sparked confusion and controversy between local political and healthcare leaders.
10 states with most physician assistants
The number of board certified physician assistants/associates grew 87% over 10 years, from 95,583 at the end of 2013 to 178,708 by the end of 2023.
