Health care industry
The Washington Poison Center (WAPC) will host a free virtual series on overdose prevention and harm reduction every Tuesday in August. This year's series focuses on strategies for addressing overdose prevention, harm reduction, and response when resources are limited, as well as evidence-based approaches, emerging trends, and policy
Health care industry
Rx relief, a division of PrideStaff and a Joint Commission Certified pharmacy staffing firm, has been ranked as the 40th largest provider of allied healthcare staffing in the US by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). The company earned an estimated $32 million in segment revenue in 2024, representing 0.3% of
Health care industry
As the US healthcare system grapples with converging crises of student debt and clinical staffing shortages, top US health systems are taking bold action to combat these challenges. Led by employer-led initiatives, hospitals are launching a new model of financing education that locks in talent early, rewards retention, and makes
Health care industry
County Council of Lennox and Addington has showcased the County's Community Paramedic Program's new offices at the Lenadco complex in Napanee, Ontario. The program, which was made possible through funding from Ontario Health, aims to provide coordinated care to patients through the collaboration of healthcare professionals.
Health care industry
Aria Court care home in March is making a sweet impact on the local community by delivering treats to emergency services and healthcare professionals. The initiative, Aria's Thursday Treats, was launched to show appreciation and support for the hardworking individuals who serve the community every day. The care
Health care industry
Researchers at the HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht developed the Decision Support Tool for Functional Independence (DST-FI) to address the challenges of maintaining functional independence among older adults. The tool aims to promote collaboration between healthcare professionals, enabling them to identify declines in functional independence and provide timely interventions.
Health care industry
A new study from Shanghai Jiao Tong University sheds light on the beliefs and practices of healthcare providers in China regarding cardiac rehabilitation (CR), highlighting the need for more resources and training to enhance CR recommendation behavior. Key Takeaways: * The study found that 56.5% of healthcare providers in China
Health care industry
The Texas Legislature recently passed a bill (SB 1318) that limits the terms of noncompete agreements applicable to health care professionals, including physicians, dentists, and mid-level practitioners. The law, signed by Gov. Greg Abbott on June 20, modifies the Texas Business & Commerce Code to add further limitations on noncompete
Cholera
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is grappling with a worsening health crisis as a cholera outbreak has reached its acute phase, with over 33,000 reported cases nationwide since January. The disease has spread to 17 of the country's 26 provinces, with Kinshasa being one of
Health care industry
Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky has reintroduced the EMPOWER for Health Act, a legislation designed to increase access to healthcare in underserved areas and diversify the healthcare workforce to meet the needs of diverse populations. The bill aims to reauthorize Title VII funding for key workforce training programs to help meet the
Cholera
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is facing a severe health crisis as a cholera outbreak reaches its acute phase, with over 33,000 cases reported since January and a case fatality rate approaching two percent. The outbreak has spread to 17 of the country's 26 provinces, with
Health care industry
Aiming to tackle the growing challenge of non-communicable diseases, especially obesity, in India, the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) and Novo Nordisk India Pvt. Ltd. (NNIPL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a five-year collaboration. The partnership will focus on strengthening the healthcare ecosystem through multi-dimensional approaches,
