Monticello, Ark.-based Drew Memorial Hospital plans to lay off more than 40 workers ahead of its planned acquisition by Little Rock-based Baptist Health, the Advance-Monticellonian reported Nov. 9.
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MD Anderson to create 1st-of-its-kind oncology nursing institute
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston has received a $25 million gift from Howard Meyers to establish a first-of-its-kind institute for oncology nursing.
157 US counties 'maternal mental health dark zones'
A new report from the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health shows 70% of U.S. counties do not have sufficient mental health resources to support new mothers, including 157 counties that are “maternal mental health dark zones,” which are areas determ…
9 rehab hospital stats to know
Only 14 hospitals were above the rate of potentially preventable hospital readmission 30 days after discharge from an inpatient rehabilitation facility, CDC data found.
Overcoming the LMS repetition challenge for DNP anesthesia students
The journey to becoming a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in anesthesia is a demanding and transformative one. However, one aspect of this rigorous educational path that often goes unnoticed is the near monthly onboarding process required for clinical…
Health systems plunge into home infusion service lines
Despite financial headwinds, the healthcare industry is plugging money and resources into home infusion service lines, according to Provident Healthcare Partners.
Unions take their demands to the top
Unions and hospitals across the U.S. are negotiating new labor contracts for employees. During negotiations, pay, staffing and workplace conditions are among the key sticking points that emerge, sometimes prompting unions and lawmakers to bring the iss…
Trustee floored by attorneys fees in Mercy Iowa City sale
Attorneys fees totaling almost $1 million, which will be borne by the bankrupt hospital, “shock the conscience” in the sale of Mercy Iowa City hospital, a bankruptcy trustee said, according to a Nov. 9 report from The Gazette.
FDA approves 1st Chikungunya virus vaccine
The FDA on Nov. 9 granted approval to Ixchiq, the first vaccine to protect against chikungunya virus.
Walgreens chief medical officer exits
The chief medical officer of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Kevin Ban, MD, will exit his role as of Nov. 10, a spokesperson confirmed to Becker’s.
