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Health systems' ROI on generative AI

Generative AI is one of health systems’ top digital transformation priorities. But what has been the technology’s return on investment?

ANA updates ethics code

The American Nurses Association’s new code of ethics highlights the profession’s commitment to improving global health and confronting structural oppression. 

The case for vaccine hesitancy questionnaires

Asking patients to complete a brief vaccine hesitancy questionnaire before a checkup could help physicians quickly understand concerns and address them effectively during appointments, MIT Technology Review reported Jan. 31. 

Walgreens halts quarterly dividend for 1st time since 1932: 8 notes

Walgreens Boots Alliance has suspended its quarterly cash dividend as it reassesses capital allocation amid a long-term turnaround effort.

10 health systems with strong finances

Here are 10 health systems with strong operational metrics and solid financial positions, according to reports from credit rating agencies Fitch Ratings and Moody’s Investors Service released in 2025.

Dignity California hospital CEO to retire

Michael Korpiel, president and CEO of Mercy San Juan Medical Center in Carmichael, Calif., plans to retire July 7, according to a Dignity Health statement shared with Becker’s.

ED attrition rates top 13% among NPs, PAs: 5 notes

Non-physician practitioners are leaving emergency medicine at higher rates and younger ages compared to previous years. 

We must support pathways for passionate students to join the healthcare workforce

As a high school junior, he took a class in nursing foundations that changed his life’s trajectory. Esteban Ramirez graduated last May and now studies Biomedical Sciences at the University of Arizona. But before these accomplishments, he set the stage …

RFK Jr. pressed on vaccines in 2nd HHS confirmation hearing: 5 notes

Much of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s hearing before the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions on Jan. 30 centered on his views of vaccines. 

A Florida system's $1B push to expand access

Ben Spence is new to his role as COO of Fort Myers, Fla.-based Lee Health. However, as a nearly 30-year veteran of the organization, he has played a key role in its past and shaping its future.