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Recession worries mount as markets slump

The Federal Reserve may have done exactly what it was expected to do this week when raising interest rates another 50 basis points but its continued hawkish tone appears to be spooking the markets.

Healthcare marketing trends chief marketing officers are keeping top of mind in 2023

Consumer-first content, agile marketing and digital channels are some of the trends hospital and health system chief marketing leaders will be laser focused on in 2023. 

Nurse practitioner sues VA over abortion policy

A nurse practitioner is suing the Department of Veterans Affairs, alleging the agency’s policy to offer abortion services violates her religious beliefs. 

Nurse practitioner sues VA over abortion policy

A nurse practitioner is suing the Department of Veterans Affairs, alleging the agency’s policy to offer abortion services violates her religious beliefs. 

California AG approves Trinity's acquisition of 'financially distressed' hospital

California Attorney General Rob Bonta has conditionally approved the sale of “financially distressed” Madera Community Hospital to Livonia, Mich.-based Trinity Health, according to a Dec. 15 news release. 

Emory Healthcare employee inappropriately accesses 1,600 patient records

An employee at Atlanta-based Emory Healthcare inappropriately accessed 1,600 patient records from December 2020 to December 2021. 

Kentucky hospital to lay off 112

Pikeville (Ky.) Medical Center will lay off 112 employees by year’s end as it outsources its environmental services department. 

10 most common COVID-19 symptoms

Sore throat and runny nose are now the two most common symptoms reported among COVID-19 patients, according to new data from the U.K.’s ZOE Health Study.

AHA commends CMS for new steps taken on Medicare Advantage programs

CMS should be commended for “taking important steps to increase oversight of Medicare Advantage plans,” the American Hospital Association said in statement Dec. 15.

HonorHealth credit ratings affirmed at 'A+' amid strong market presence, robust operations

Scottsdale, Ariz.-based HonorHealth had its credit ratings affirmed at “A+” as it continues to perform relatively well operationally and has a strong market presence in a fast-growing area of the country, Fitch Ratings said.