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Women in healthcare hold most manager positions, but a lack of minority representation persists

Women account for most entry-level positions, but the percentage drops the higher the position.

Mail delays may affect medication supply for nearly 1 in 4 Americans over 50

Nearly one in four people aged 50 to 80 said they receive at least one medication by mail.

Ohio State University is poised to build a $1.79 billion inpatient hospital

The hospital will provide 820 beds in private room settings and will facilitate training for up-and-coming healthcare providers.

COVID-19 hospitalizations analysis shows disparities across racial and ethnic groups

Blacks and Hispanics were the two groups most negatively affected, showing wide gaps between population and hospitalization percentages.

Hospital operating margins are down 96% through July

The COVID-19 pandemic has created a volatile environment, and there’s a long road ahead to recovery.

AHA has sent letters to drug companies expressing ‘profound concern’ about undermining 340B

The group said these actions are being taken at a time when hospitals are in the midst of a crucial pandemic response.

Telehealth effectively providing revenue stop-gap for U.S. hospitals, finds Fitch

Virtual care keeping revenue flowing in part by improving providers’ ability to bill for these services.

Drug payment cuts to 340B hospitals spur debate on best path forward

Hospitals say revenue from the 340B program is essential, while others contend the original law is being abused.

Telehealth visits have skyrocketed for older adults, but concerns remain

It’s becoming much more popular among the age group, but many still don’t see it as a substitute for in-person care.

AdventHealth laments $260 million in losses since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic

Current numbers in Florida are higher than they were in April, adding to staffing and PPE-related expenses.