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Healthcare leaders not confident US is prepared for next pandemic

Forty percent of healthcare leaders are “not confident at all” that the U.S. would be better prepared for a future pandemic, according to a September Becker’s LinkedIn poll.

California health system ups $256M expansion plans

Rancho Mirage, Calif.-based Eisenhower Health is getting closer to finalizing its $256 million expansion plans after approval for further facilities on its main campus, according to an Oct. 9 Desert Sun report.

DEA, HHS issue 2nd extension of controlled substances via telehealth

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency is, for a second time, extending clinicians’ ability to prescribe controlled substances using telehealth services, according to a revised rule the agency published. 

Mercy adds new region

St. Louis-based Mercy has created a new regional presidency to guide its recent efforts in Southeastern Missouri.

Hawaii health officials working to identify care gaps for Maui residents

Two months after wildfires devastated parts of Maui, Hawaii’s health department is conducting a needs assessment to understand where healthcare gaps may exist after the fire upended resources and destroyed some care facilities. 

Healthcare and unions: 9 things to know

Union activity has always been prevalent in healthcare. Amid today’s industry challenges and after going through a pandemic, however, workers have become especially vocal about issues such as pay, staffing and working conditions.

Trinity to launch Medicare Advantage plan in Michigan

Livonia, Mich.-based Trinity Health is entering the Medicare Advantage market in Michigan for 2024. 

Man charged in nurse stabbings at New York hospital

A resident of Hudson Falls, N.Y., accused of stabbing two nurses at Saratoga Hospital is facing felony charges, CBS affiliate WRGB reported Oct. 8. 

How much 3 health systems are paying to settle data breach lawsuits

Several health systems have faced financial repercussions due to data breaches and cyberattacks. Here is how much three health systems are paying to dispute them:

Orlando Health to launch virtual nursing

Orlando (Fla.) Health is expanding its virtual care capabilities by launching AI-powered virtual nursing.