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10 most, least diverse cities in the US

Several Maryland cities top WalletHub’s list released April 17 of the most diverse cities in the U.S.

FinThrive names two to C-Suite

Revenue cycle management company FinThrive appointed two executives to the C-suite. 

Missouri hospital CEO steps down

Troy Greer has stepped away from his role as president and CEO of Boone Health, a mid-Missouri healthcare network that includes a 392-bed hospital in Columbia, according to a hospital news release shared with Becker’s.

'Window to the future': How Cleveland Clinic estimates costs for international patients

American healthcare has gone global. Several top U.S. health systems have opened institutions beyond their borders and committed themselves to treating international patients.

House subcommittee to explore concerns on hazardous pathogen research

In light of COVID-19’s origins likely stemming from safety issues at an infectious disease research lab, the U.S. House of Representatives announced a new hearing will take place April 27 as part of further investigations into it.

Houston hospitals see increase in patients with mold infections after hurricane

Four hospitals in Houston have reportedly seen marginal increases in patients being diagnosed with mold-related infections possibly linked to the timeline of Hurricane Harvey in 2017, Houston Public Media reported April 20.

How Hawaii plans to advance pediatric emergency care

Hawaii’s Department of Health announced the launch of a new medication dosing system designed to enhance pediatric emergency care and create better patient outcomes, according to an April 21 news release.

UCHealth ends 8-year sponsorship deal with Denver Broncos

Aurora, Colo.-based UCHealth, a 12-hospital system, is ending its eight-year run as sponsors of NFL team the Denver Broncos, according to an April 21 Denver Post report.

Healthcare employment sees gains, but labor shortages drag on: 5 reasons why

Shortages in healthcare have long existed. And while some signs may point to easing labor pressures for hospitals, many professionals in the field are living a different story. 

Michigan nurse practitioner bill will improve care access, NP org president says

Michigan legislators have recently introduced a bill that would allow nurse practitioners to practice with fewer restrictions.