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New stroke guidelines a 'huge step forward,' Northwestern cardiologist says
The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association recently published updated guidelines for the prevention of stroke. Some of the key updates include the utilization of GLP-1 medications and an emphasis on prevention of stroke in women.&nb…
St. Luke's acquisition of Grand View Health in 'full swing'
Bethlehem, Pa.-based St. Luke’s University Health Network’s planned acquisition of Grand View Health in Sellersville, Pa., is underway.
Ascension chief clinical officer to transition to new C-suite role
Richard Fogel, MD, executive vice president and chief clinical officer at St. Louis-based Ascension, will transition to the new role of chief health outcomes officer.
The 2nd Trump administration takes shape
President-elect Donald Trump is assembling his cabinet and senior staff for his upcoming term.
The 2nd Trump administration takes shape
President-elect Donald Trump is assembling his cabinet and senior staff for his upcoming term.
Genomic test shows promise in diagnosing complex infections
A diagnostic test developed by researchers at the University of California San Francisco aims to help physicians identify causes of severe infections by analyzing DNA and RNA to detect a range of pathogens.
Whoopi Goldberg unveils CommonSpirit Health partnership on 'The View'
Chicago-based CommonSpirit Health has teamed up with a new women’s sports channel founded by actor and TV host Whoopi Goldberg.
How 15 health systems' labor costs are trending
The hospital workforce is critical to the care process and is most often the largest expense on a hospital or health system’s balance sheet. Even before the pandemic, labor expenses — which include costs associated with recruitment and retention, emplo…
Florida nonprofit medical group files for bankruptcy
Bradenton, Fla.-based MCR Health, a nonprofit medical group, sought Chapter 11 protection Nov. 11, the Tampa Bay Business Journal reported Nov. 13.
Joint Commission urges hospital disaster planning: 4 notes
The Joint Commission issued a sentinel event alert Nov. 13, urging hospitals to ensure they have sufficient plans in place to protect patients and staff during weather- and climate-related emergencies.
