MDisrupt, an online marketplace that provides experts to the medtech industry, raised $3 million in seed financing.
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The 10 diseases that caused 75% of US deaths in 2021
Heart disease, cancer and COVID-19 were responsible for nearly half of U.S. deaths in 2021, according to a report by USA Facts, a nonprofit organization that conducts data analysis.
Massachusetts nursing program that faced shutdown remains open
Milton, Mass.-based Labouré College of Healthcare narrowly avoided a July vote that would have shut down its nursing program, but the school was given until Oct. 11 to produce an update on its efforts to correct regulatory deficiencies and remain in op…
Christus Health buys out partner to fully own New Mexico hospital
Christus Health has bought the 50% of Santa Fe, N.M.-based St. Vincent Regional Medical Center it didn’t already own.
How executives are preparing for the workforce of the future
Today’s healthcare environment includes new dynamics in the workforce that have become prominent. Workers are thinking about their jobs and futures differently, with some leaving their roles for different opportunities and various other reasons. They a…
4 exec exits in 1 day
Becker’s reported four executive exits from the helms of hospitals and health systems between Oct. 11-12:
Nurse staffing agencies disagree over 'employee' status for temps
Healthcare staffing firms disagree on whether temporary nursing staff should be classified as W-2 employees or independent contractors. Now, the U.S. Department of Labor is at the center of the dispute.
Methodist Le Bonheur downgraded as operating losses accelerate
Memphis, Tenn.-based Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare was downgraded to “A+” from “AA-” amid persistent financial challenges that could give rise to a potential future default, S&P Global said Oct. 13.
More rehab professionals were vaccinated against COVID-19 than the flu: CMS
More rehabilitation center healthcare professionals completed COVID-19 primary vaccination series than influenza vaccinations in 2022, according to CMS data.
ProMedica hospital set to pay off bonds, clears way for sale
ProMedica Coldwater (Mich.) Hospital agreed to an early cancellation and pay off of its bonds with the county, a deal that could expedite its sale to Glendale, Calif.-based American Healthcare Systems, The Daily Reporter reported Oct. 13.
