Category: Channels

Baptist Hospital network disrupted by cyberattack

Baptist Hospital, based in Beaumont, Texas, has confirmed a cyberattack on its network, disrupting operations, 12NewsNow reported Jan. 27. 

Duke Health, UNC Health to build North Carolina's 1st standalone children's hospital

UNC Health and Duke University Health System, based in Chapel Hill, N.C., and Durham, N.C., respectively, are uniting to build a comprehensive healthcare campus, featuring the state’s first freestanding children’s hospital.

UNC Health's quest for 'intelligent optimization and automation'

UNC Health has spent the last few years exploring how artificial intelligence can change clinical practice and operational efficiency. Now, the health system is taking the next step by adopting and developing AI technology to enhance workflows enterpri…

CDC abruptly halts WHO cooperation

CDC staff were ordered Jan. 27 to cease all work with the World Health Organization, according to The Washington Post and the Associated Press. This marks a sudden move in the federal government’s plan to leave the WHO by January 2026. 

HCA sets quarterly dividend

Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare’s board of directors authorized a $0.72 per share cash dividend to be paid on March 31. 

RSV vaccine 78% effective against infection in veterans: 5 study notes

A recent study found that the respiratory syncytial virus vaccine was highly effective in older U.S. veterans during the 2023-2024 respiratory illness season. 

California hospital taps Providence hospital exec as COO

Matthew Chandler, PharmD, has been named COO of Pomona, Calif.-based Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare, effective immediately.

Why Mercy is betting on a boost from a Walmart heiress to expand care access

Mercy is banking on partnerships and other initiatives to help tackle issues related to costs, access, provider shortages and an aging population. 

NorthStar Anesthesia partners with Idaho ASC

Irving, Texas-based NorthStar Anesthesia has partnered with Pocatello, Idaho-based Skyline Surgery Center. 

Board reprimands Massachusetts surgeon for excision error

The state Board of Registration in Medicine has taken disciplinary action against the medical license of a plastic surgeon following a mistake during a procedure, The Berkshire Eagle reported Jan. 26.