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Lower infection prevention staffing linked to HAI rates: 4 study notes

Hospitals with lower staffing levels in infection prevention and control teams have higher rates of healthcare-associated infections, according to an Oct. 10 study published in the American Journal of Infection Control.

FTC finalizes premerger rule: 9 things to know

The Federal Trade Commission voted 5-0 to finalize changes to premerger notifications under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act, which requires organizations to report large transactions to the FTC and Justice Department for antitrust review.

Cleveland Clinic, Mexico health system form joint advisory council

Cleveland Clinic and Tijuana, Mexico-based Hospital Angeles Health System have formed a joint advisory council to improve clinical and business operations across safety, quality and patient experience.

Teva to pay $425M to settle kickback allegations

Teva Pharmaceuticals has agreed to pay $425 million to resolve allegations that the company funneled kickbacks through copay assistance foundations. 

Virginia system names permanent CEO

Richard Tugman has been named president and CEO of Lynchburg, Va.-based Centra Health after serving in the role on an interim basis since March.

Florida hospitals reopen post-Milton

Florida hospitals’ emergency preparedness largely proved effective throughout Hurricane Milton, leaving some in a position to resume normal operations Friday, Oct. 11.

'Camaraderie and connection' act as shields, Sutter Health CEO says

For healthcare workers, caring for others can sometimes lead to a belief that one needs to be strong and capable at all times, Warner Thomas, president and CEO of Sacramento, Calif.-based Sutter Health, wrote in an Oct. 10 LinkedIn post.

Iowa hospital closes: 3 things to know

MercyOne Primghar (Iowa) Medical Center, part of Des Moines, Iowa-based MercyOne, closed on Sept. 27, a spokesperson for the health system confirmed with Becker’s.

A Michigan system piloted 'inboxologists.' Did it work?

Provider well-being has long been a critical challenge for Corewell Health West, a division of Corewell Health operating in Western Michigan. However, addressing this issue came to a head in 2023 as the organization navigated the post-pandemic era.

Michigan hospital sues unions over alleged labor violations: 5 things to know

McLaren Flint (Mich.) Hospital, part of Grand Blanc, Mich.-based McLaren Health Care, said it is suing multiple unions for alleged illegal tactics during contract negotiations.