Hospital leaders across the U.S. are trying to find creative solutions to reduce boarding in emergency departments, which challenges health systems.
Category: Patient Experience
COVID-19 shots, antivirals cut risk of severe infection — here's how much
The updated COVID-19 shots that rolled out in fall 2023 reduced the risk of severe infection by 31% in adults over 65 and immunocompromised individuals, according to data published March 4 by Cleveland Clinic researchers in Lancet Infectious Diseases.
NYC Health + Hospitals opens 'serenity unit' to meet palliative care demand
Patients who are in need of palliative care and extra symptom management as they recover from being critically ill or are nearing end of life can now take advantage of the services at NYC Health + Hosptial’s Bellvue location, which opened a new “sereni…
Children born with HIV in remission for 1 year: Study
Four children born with HIV remained free of detectable levels of the virus for at least a year after pausing antiretroviral therapy in a clinical trial backed by the National Institutes of Health. Researchers say the findings are a promising sign for …
Woman dies after patient attack at Mississippi hospital
A man is in custody after he allegedly attacked and killed another patient at Merit Health Central in Jackson, Miss. The incident occurred March 5 and is under investigation, police told local news outlets.
Hospitals are 'failing children with sickle cell anemia', study finds
Research has emerged from experts at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles revealing gaps in preventative care for children with sickle cell anemia, according to a March 6 news release.
Medical debt linked to worse health, early death: Study
Higher rates of medical debt are associated with poor physical and mental health, and premature death, according to a new study from the American Cancer Society.
Virginia hospital cited for surgical sterilization issues
An investigation at Carilion Roanoke (Va.) Memorial Hospital revealed sterilization issues with surgical equipment that reportedly occurred between March and September 2023, Cardinal News reported March 4.
Hospital-payer standoffs frustrate patients
National fights between health systems and payers are rising in intensity and publicity — and patients are caught in the middle, The Wall Street Journal reported March 1.
California bill could extend hospital stay for violent offenders
California is considering a bill that would allow people with severe mental illness who commit violent crimes to be held in a state mental hospital for up to 30 days instead of only five, the San Francisco Chronicle reported Mar. 4.
