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Can mammograms help identify heart disease?

Mammography can be used to identify a key indicator for heart disease in women, according to a study presented at the Menopause Society’s annual meeting. 

New study questions tubal sterilization's effectiveness

Up to 5% of women who undergo tubal sterilization may later become pregnant, calling the procedure’s effectiveness as a contraceptive into question, according to a recent analysis from researchers at UCSF Health. 

New operator of Steward hospital might suspend services

Insight Health System, the interim manager of two Steward Health Care hospitals, is considering pausing services at an Ohio hospital, according to NBC affiliate WFMJ. 

UC San Diego Health tests Apple Vision Pro in the OR

UC San Diego Health is looking at using Apple’s new Vision Pro headset in operating rooms. 

ProMedica to sell Michigan hospital

Toledo, Ohio-based ProMedica has signed a definitive asset purchase agreement with Insight Health System, under which Insight will acquire Coldwater (Mich.) Regional Hospital.

California governor vetoes bill delaying earthquake safety measures

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have delayed earthquake safety standards for hospitals.

Antibody helps cancer patients regain weight: Study

A phase 2 trial of ponsegromab has shown promising results in treating cancer cachexia, a condition that leads to severe weight and muscle loss, according to a study published Sept. 14 in the New England Journal of Medicine. 

UI Health Care taps leadership for new campus

University of Iowa Health Care in Iowa City has selected longtime administrator Amy O’Deen, BSN, as chief administrative officer to lead its campus in North Liberty, Iowa, which is set to open in spring 2025.

How supply costs are trending at 18 systems

On average, supply costs comprise about 10.5% of a hospital’s budget, the American Hospital Association said its “Cost of Caring” report, citing data from Strata Decision Technology. 

Jefferson Health exec jumps to RWJBarnabas

RWJBarnabas Health has appointed Dwight McBee, BSN, RN, as its chief patient experience officer, the system said Sept. 16.