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2nd ransomware group reportedly tries to extort Change Healthcare
A second ransomware group is reportedly trying to extort UnitedHealth Group’s Change Healthcare over the recent cyberattack.
A possible Ozempic baby boom
Surprise pregnancies may be an unexpected side effect experienced by women who use Ozempic or other GLP-1 medications, The Washington Post reported April 5.
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia expanding footprint
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia purchased a 3.2-acre property about a mile from its flagship hospital for $24.75 million, the Philadelphia Business Journal reported March 28.
Nurse anesthetist pay, by state
Nurse anesthetists in the U.S. make an average of $214,200 annually and have a mean hourly wage of $102.98, according to the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics data, released April 3.
8 CIO moves in 2024
Here are eight hospital and health system CIO moves as reported by Becker’s since Jan. 16:
Hoag receives $25M gift
Orange County, Calif.-based Hoag has received a $25 million donation from two philanthropists, Ben and Carmela Du.
MyMichigan hospital plans $40M expansion project
MyMichigan Medical Center Clare (Mich.), part of Midland, Mich.-based MyMichigan, has received funding and design approval from its board of directors and the MyMichigan health board of directors to invest $40 million into a two-phase expansion of its …
150 top places to work in healthcare | 2024
Becker’s Healthcare is delighted to release its 2024 list of 150 top places to work in healthcare. This list highlights hospitals, health systems and healthcare companies that prioritize workplace excellence and the happiness, satisfaction, wellbeing a…
8 recent hospital lawsuits, settlements
From a California hospital appealing a judge’s ruling in a bankruptcy case to the Federal Trade Commission seeking to block Novant Health from acquiring two hospitals, here are eight lawsuits, settlements and legal developments Becker’s has reported si…
Kentucky hospital CEO to retire
Charles Lovell, RN, plans to retire as CEO of Barbourville (Ky.) ARH Hospital.
