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Antidepressant prescriptions linked to stock declines: 3 study takeaways
A recent study found a correlation between stock market downturns and rising antidepressant prescriptions.
Ochsner's virtual nursing project cuts readmissions
At New Orleans-based Ochsner Health, virtual nurses are assigned to 370 med-surg unit beds to alleviate bedside nurses’ workloads. In the next few months, this project will expand to 600 beds.
Big systems looking 'outside of the four walls of the hospital'
Leaders of large nonprofit and for-profit health systems have detailed a growing emphasis on outpatient care during recent investor calls and healthcare conferences.
Consumers warming up to AI for healthcare tasks: 3 notes
Consumers are increasingly warming up to online tools powered by generative AI for routine healthcare tasks such as making appointments, viewing test results and refilling prescriptions, a survey from PwC found.
Why IV shortages were a long-standing issue even before Helene: 6 things to know
Hurricane Helene has put IV shortages in the spotlight after damaging a manufacturing plant, but hospitals have been dealing with IV fluid shortages for years, NBC News reported Oct. 18.
Michigan HHS to pay $13M after unannounced shooter drill at psych hospital
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services agreed to pay $13 million to settle allegations that it caused psychological damage after conducting a surprise active shooter drill at a children’s psychiatric hospital, The Washington Post reported…
Mayo Clinic revives in-home cardiac arrest patient with telehealth: 7 notes
Rochester, Minn.-based Mayo Clinic became the first known health system to revive an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest patient using an assisted reality headset.
New cancer drug tied to vision loss, study suggests
More than 55% of patients taking Elahere, an ovarian cancer approved in 2022, may experience vision loss, according to a new study.
10 job functions where workers are happiest with pay
About 44% of U.S. employees report feeling well compensated for their work, with roles in engineering and program management topping the list, according to LinkedIn’s most recent Workforce Confidence survey.
Baystate Health to lay off managers: 5 things to know
Springfield, Mass.-based Baystate Health plans to lay off an unspecified number of managers by Thanksgiving, The Boston Globe reported Oct. 18.
