Global password manager LastPass, a system used by more than 33 million people globally, had source code and proprietary technical information stolen during a breach in August.
Category: ASC News
Mayo Clinic to renovate, relocate ASC
Rochester, Minn.-based Mayo Clinic Health System is spending $15 million on projects in Alber Lea, including moving and renovating an ASC, local outlet ABC 6 News reported Aug. 24.
How Biden’s debt forgiveness program applies to medical school students
President Joe Biden announced his student loan forgiveness program on Aug. 24, which allows up to $20,000 in loan forgiveness for those who qualify.
HHS updates kickback guidance on patient incentives for pre-surgical education
Physicians are allowed to offer patients gift cards in small amounts in exchange for completing online patient education modules without violating the anti-kickback statute, according to an opinion from the HHS Office of Inspector General.
Nevada physician charged with illegally distributing drugs from a fake clinic
A federal trial is underway for physician Chad Hall, DO, who is charged with illegally dealing drugs out of a fake clinic, the Las Vegas Review-Journal reported Aug. 24.
Why North Carolina was named 2022’s best state for business
A July report from CNBC ranked North Carolina No. 1 on its list of the best states for business.
Physician wins Hawaii’s Democratic primary for governor: See his 6 key issues
John Green, MD, won Hawaii’s gubernatorial primary for the Democratic party on Aug. 13.
ASC nurse Lori Tolland elected to local office in Florida
Lori Tolland, RN, was elected to the Ormond Beach (Fla.) City Commission, the Ormond Beach Observer reported Aug. 23.
Best, worst states for business ranked
CNBC ranked all 50 states based on how good they are for businesses this year, with North Carolina ranking at the top.
Labor turnover: 6 fast facts on which states have been hit the hardest
Nineteen states, including California, saw a decrease in job openings during June, while two states saw an increase in openings, according to a report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics published Aug. 17.
