New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has reached a deal with state legislature to keep University Hospital at Downstate in New York City’s Brooklyn borough open.
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Ascension taps 2 hospital CEOs
St. Vincent’s, part of St. Louis-based Ascension, has named new leaders for its hospitals in Northeast Florida.
MU Health Care working to meet financial goals
Columbia-based University of Missouri Health Care’s expenditures are exceeding its operating budget, KBIA reported April 19.
Health systems creating new IT C-suite roles
In response to evolving demands within the healthcare landscape, hospitals and health systems are reconfiguring their C-suites and leadership teams to align with organizational priorities. Among the recent developments, several institutions have introd…
80% of Change Healthcare restored after cyberattack
Change Healthcare has reinstated 80% of the functionality for its claims, payment and pharmacy services following a February ransomware attack, the company said.
Zepbound, Mounjaro shortages drag on
Four more solutions of Zepbound and Mounjaro are in limited supply, and the shortages have prolonged, the FDA said April 17.
Former Desert Healthcare CEO files wrongful termination claim
Conrado Bárzaga, MD, former CEO of Palm Springs, Calif.-based Desert Healthcare District & Foundation, has filed a claim alleging wrongful termination, the Desert Sun reported April 18.
Weight loss drugs will widen health disparities, experts say
While weight loss drugs have been touted as a game-changer for the nation’s obesity epidemic, many Americans who would benefit most from the medications often lack access, experts told the Los Angeles Times in an April 15 report.
New Hampshire hospital to lay off 54 employees
Manchester, N.H.-based Catholic Medical Center has shared plans to cut 142 positions, including 54 layoffs, amid ongoing financial difficulties.
WHO updates terminology for airborne diseases
Following several years of collaboration with major public health agencies, the World Health Organization has broadened its classification of airborne diseases — a move that could have significant influence over infection control policies in countries …
