Scrubs
OCTOBER 11, 2024
A Louisiana nursing home owner has agreed to pay $8.2 million in a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice after being accused of misusing assets from four nursing home facilities. The settlement stems from allegations that Bob Dean Jr. violated the National Housing Act of 1934 by embezzling funds intended for the care and well-being of nursing home residents.
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The United States has few rules governing egg and sperm donation, a Wild West being supercharged by influencers peddling it as a cash-cow to millions of young followers.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
OCTOBER 10, 2024
The products include a service that helps healthcare organizations build their own AI agents that could be used for appointment scheduling, clinical trial matching and patient triage.
Science Based Medicine
OCTOBER 11, 2024
It doesn't bode well for the future that "leaders" of major American institutions look at naked emperors and compliment them on their beautiful clothes. The post The President of Stanford Wants Us To Debate Which Number is Larger, 9 or 133 first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.
Scrubs
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Nurses assisting a gunshot patient came into harm’s way as a driver struck them and then drove off, leaving one nurse in critical condition. The nurses were helping a gunshot victim who was dropped off by someone in a private vehicle at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, in West Philadelphia, early Saturday morning, just after 4:15, officials said. The gunshot victim was hit on the 1300 block of Belmont Avenue.
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Researchers showed that SARS-CoV-2 proteins were more likely to be present in people with long Covid. This finding provides more evidence about its cause.
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Sensible Medicine
OCTOBER 10, 2024
I appreciate this essay for its reframing of our debates about cancer screening; viewing them through an ethical lens. The speculation that we might eventually be able to identify individuals harmed by radiographic screening and how this would alter our approach is both intriguing and alarming. Adam Cifu Sensible Medicine is a reader-supported publication.
Scrubs
OCTOBER 9, 2024
A northeastern Tennessee nurse and his dog died in flash floods from Hurricane Helene while trying to save someone, according to the man’s employer. Boone McCrary was a registered nurse at Greeneville Community Hospital, about 70 miles northeast of Knoxville, part of the Ballad Health system. On Sept. 27, he was in a boat with his dog, a chocolate lab named Moss, trying to save someone else, the health system announced on Facebook.
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Cytovale has developed a FDA-cleared, rapid diagnostic tool for sepsis, and it just raised $100 million to roll it out to hospital systems across the country.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
OCTOBER 10, 2024
As hospitals around the U.S. report IV fluid shortages, Baxter has increased supply allocations for direct customers and distributors. It plans to return to 90% to 100% allocation of certain supplies by the end of 2024.
Medical Economics
OCTOBER 9, 2024
Physicians are high earners, but their professional careers begin later than most, so early action can yield long-term financial security.
Scrubs
OCTOBER 6, 2024
On October 4, 2024, Christopher Ciccone, a multitalented artist and younger brother to pop icon Madonna, passed away at the age of 63 after a prolonged battle with cancer. Known for his work as a dancer, designer, director, and creative consultant, Christopher’s impact on the world of art and entertainment extended far beyond his familial connection to one of the world’s biggest stars.
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Actor and comedian Jana Bernard pulled together a diverse line-up of stand-up comics for a show in New York City to benefit for the National Breast Cancer Foundation
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
OCTOBER 8, 2024
More than half of respondents said they saw more procedure complications or reported poor outcomes due to care delays, while 28% said mortality rates rose.
KevinMD.com
OCTOBER 5, 2024
Having worked as a copywriter and creative director at some of the world’s top ad agencies, including McCann Erickson (now McCann Worldgroup), I am vehemently critical of new advertising. Why? I know the tricks and how they manipulate well — think the old TV series Mad Men. Leading the list of ads that I hate Read more… How drug and soap commercials are manipulating you originally appeared in KevinMD.com.
Scrubs
OCTOBER 5, 2024
The Vietnam War, one of the most controversial and violent conflicts of the 20th century, not only tested the resilience of nations but also reshaped the landscape of medical care in warfare. While the images of soldiers on the battlefield often dominate historical recollections, the contributions of nurses—particularly military nurses—remain less visible but no less important.
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Whatever the outcome of the countering lawsuits, it will be a challenging period for PBMs, given the FTC's actions on alleged anti-competitive business practices.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
OCTOBER 11, 2024
About 40% of MA plans with prescription drug coverage will earn four or more stars, a dip from 42% this year, according to data released by the CMS.
Medical Economics
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Four challenges organizations must address to truly improve cost efficiency and quality in health care.
Science Based Medicine
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Antivax is more ideology and conspiracy than science. The recent accusation that antivax influencers are running "limited hangouts" as part of "controlled opposition helps illustrate this characteristic, in which the insufficiently radical are portrayed as useful idiots for the enemy or even heretics. The post Antivax as ideology: “Limited hangouts” run by “controlled opposition” first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Healthcare organizations expect AI to yield a positive return on investment. But, this is far more challenging than it seems.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
OCTOBER 11, 2024
B. Braun and Fresenius Medical Care said they will make more crucial products as the U.S. faces shortages following Hurricane Helene’s damage to a Baxter manufacturing facility.
Medical Economics
OCTOBER 10, 2024
The culture of medicine is evolving as more doctors, administrators and policymakers recognize the importance of mental health care.
Practice Index
OCTOBER 10, 2024
“It is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace” is this year’s theme and what an apt one for us and our colleagues! In recent years, we’ve gone through huge changes and challenges in all our roles, and it’s only recently that some people have started to feel the effects of stress. If we think about the ten hats we usually wear in practice management – especially concerning relationships, workload and workforce – the weight we carry is huge!
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 6, 2024
The destruction of a key manufacturing plant in North Carolina that produces 60% of intravenous fluids in the U.S. is the root cause of this patient-impacting issue.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The facility also has access to water and power. Baxter expects to share production plans over the next two weeks.
Medical Economics
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Obesity is a complex disease that requires treatment both individualized and multifaceted.
Practice Index
OCTOBER 10, 2024
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning models in healthcare is undeniable, with a significant surge in the use of tools by general practices up and down the UK. From streamlining and automating routine processes to assisting with tasks such as complaint handling and policy generation, AI is already used by practices to enhance efficiency.
Forbes Healthcare
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Plus: Building a nuclear reactor in a shipyard, making Spidey’s web fluid in real life and why you should expose your kids to misinformation.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The proposed rule comes after the CMS reported a growing number of complaints about ACA health plan applications submitted by brokers.
Medical Economics
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Jen Brull, MD, FAAFP, speaks about projects and policies of American Academy of Family Physicians.
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