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3 questions front-line workers wish hospital executives would ask

Hospital and health system workers have been on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic since much less was known about the virus and its effects. Years later, as they continue to serve patients and experience staffing challenges, they have a lot on t…

FDA drafts new warning on LASIK procedures

The FDA has issued new draft guidance warning patients about the risks associated with LASIK surgery, according to a Dec. 7 report from the The New York Times. 

Council amends funding allocation plan for MetroHealth after CEO firing

The Cuyahoga County Council, the 11-member legislative body of Cuyahoga County government, is altering its plan for release of Cleveland-based MetroHealth’s levy allocation for 2023, WCPN reported Dec. 7. 

150 most promising digital health companies of 2022, according to CB Insights

CB Insights, a market research and business analytics firm, has released its annual ranking of the 150 most promising digital health startups.

Moderna names new CIO

Biotechnology giant Moderna is naming Brad Miller its new CIO, as current chief digital officer Marcello Damiani is set to retire in March after seven and a half years at the company.

Hourly nurse pay in the 10 best states for healthcare

Rhode Island is the best state for healthcare, according to personal finance website WalletHub, and the average hourly pay for registered nurses there is $40.99, which is higher than the national average of $39.78. 

High labor costs, inflation make healthcare outlook negative, Moody's says

Sustained high labor expenses and inflationary pressures will continue to affect the healthcare industry in 2023, keeping the outlook for nonprofit hospital systems negative, Moody’s said in a Dec. 7 report.

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital partners with streamer for 24-hour fundraising event

Memphis, Tenn.-based St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is partnering with streamer DrLupo for the fifth annual 24-hour livestreaming event benefiting the hospital.

Connecticut attorney general calls for review of hospital's proposed closure of labor and delivery services

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong is calling on regulators to consider the community impact of Sharon (Conn.) Hospital’s planned closure of its labor and delivery services following 300 petitions from community members.

Tampa General, Palantir form analytics partnership

Tampa (Fla.) General Hospital has partnered with tech company Palantir; the hospital will use Palantir’s Foundry platform to cultivate data and analytics in decision-making.