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Bill would reauthorize mental health funding law named for physician

Sens. Tim Kaine, a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, Todd Young, Jack Reed, and Roger Marshall introduced legislation Jan. 28 to reauthorize for five years the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act.

Why hospital consolidation is booming in Pennsylvania

Hospital consolidation continues to reshape the nation’s healthcare landscape, with mergers and acquisitions becoming a dominant strategy for health systems seeking financial stability, operational efficiencies and expanded patient access. 

Stanford wields a 'FURM' test on AI

At Stanford Health Care, artificial intelligence is a key tool supporting the organization’s mission to advance precision health and improve patient outcomes. However, as President and CEO David Entwistle and Chief Data Scientist Nigam Shah, MD, PhD, t…

New York hospital workers reach 4-year deal with 22% raises

More than 750 1199SEIU union members at Columbia Memorial Hospital in Hudson, N.Y., would receive 22.25% wage increases under a four-year agreement.

Former hospital spokesperson directs film

The former spokesperson of Riverdale, Ga.-based Southern Regional Medical Center is releasing his debut film.

Providence's plan to make tech meaningful for clinicians

Providence is doubling down on its commitment to digital transformation and AI, with Chief Transformation Officer Sara Vaezy at the helm.

Hurricane-damaged hospital selects TruBridge for EHR, RCM 

Lady of the Sea General Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital in Galliano, La., selected TruBridge as its EHR and revenue cycle management provider. 

How Cedars-Sinai is bringing UK health tech to patients

Los Angeles-based Cedars-Sinai has partnered with Oxford Science Enterprises, an independent investment company affiliated with the University of Oxford.

Intermountain's on-demand pharmacy: 5 details

To alleviate healthcare access strains, Intermountain Health is broadening its on-demand pharmacy and lab services, ABC4 Utah reported Jan. 28. 

The 'primary goal' healthcare leaders must always keep in mind

Geneva, N.Y.-based UR Medicine Finger Lakes Health is positioning itself to take on any challenges that might be thrown at the healthcare industry in 2025, with a strong focus on patient care, workforce development and innovative technology.