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New tool tracks GLP-1 shortages + 6 other weight loss drug updates
New York City-based online, direct-to-consumer healthcare company Ro has launched a tool to report and track GLP-1 drug shortages across the U.S., it announced May 29.
Mornings with health system CEOs
A morning routine is specific to each individual and can help them prepare for the day ahead. For a health system CEO, that might look like waking up at 4 a.m., hitting the gym, catching up on the latest healthcare industry news, and having a big cup o…
Ohio system CEO to retire; new leader named
Rick Haines, president and CEO of Canton, Ohio-based Aultman Health Foundation, has shared plans to retire after 43 years of service, effective July 1.
Missouri women's hospital ER to permanently close
University of Missouri Health Care Women’s Hospital in Columbia, Mo., has shared plans to permanently close its emergency room on June 10.
Nurses petition Baystate management over staffing, patient care
Members of the Massachusetts Nurses Association delivered a petition May 29 to management at Westfield-based Baystate Noble Hospital amid contract negotiations.
CommonSpirit inks naming rights to Broncos facility
The Denver Broncos training facility has been renamed to reflect Chicago-based CommonSpirit’s brand.
Hospital pharmacies: 40 stats to know
Amid a looming shortage of pharmacists, health system pharmacy leaders are increasing their investments in technology and leveling up roles, according to a survey of 324 pharmacy directors of general and children’s hospitals.
Hospitals take fewer patients after cyberattacks
Hospitals reduce patient intake following a ransomware attack, Politico reported May 29.
NYC Health + Hospitals taps 1st chief decarbonization officer
New York City Health + Hospitals has named an inaugural chief decarbonization officer to head the system’s sustainability efforts citywide.
Ascension restores EHR in 1st market after cyberattack
St. Louis-based Ascension has restored access to its EHR in its first market following a May 8 ransomware attack.
