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Change of Leadership at Steward Health Care

September 29, 2024

Ralph de la Torre, the CEO of Steward Health Care, has announced his departure from the company. This move comes after Steward filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in May. De la Torre was previously the CEO of Caritas Christi Health Care and a cardiac surgeon at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical C

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Monitoring the Spread of Bird Flu: A Growing Concern for Healthcare Workers

September 28, 2024

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revealed that four more healthcare workers who tended to a patient hospitalized with H5N1 bird flu have reported respiratory symptoms. This brings the total number of workers with symptoms to six. While their symptoms were not severe, and they

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The Mysterious Case of Bird Flu: A Health Care Conundrum

September 28, 2024

Health care workers are often the frontline heroes in the battle against infectious diseases. However, when a mysterious case of bird flu cropped up in Missouri, four additional health care workers fell ill after caring for the patient. The CDC is still investigating, but the question on everyone's

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Breaking Barriers for Seniors: One Medical Equipment Business's Journey

September 23, 2024

In the heart of Lanham, Maryland, a remarkable story of compassion and dedication unfolded. Ashok Kapur, the founder of Hawkeye Medical, took the initiative to address the pressing needs of seniors in his community. Frustrated by the lack of accessibility and welcoming environment for seniors seekin

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The CEO's Contemptible Conduct: A Fresh Examination of Power and Accountability

September 23, 2024

The recent Senate committee vote to hold the CEO of a failed hospital chain in civil and criminal contempt drew widespread attention. The events unfolded amidst the backdrop of a healthcare crisis, where the company's collapse led to dire conditions in its hospitals, resulting in the deaths of at le

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Take Charge of Your Health: Free Prostate Cancer Screenings

September 23, 2024

Men's health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, and early detection can make all the difference in the fight against prostate cancer. This Thursday, CentraCare - Coborn Cancer Center, Urology Clinic, and Laboratory Services are hosting a special event aimed at promoting men's health. The fre

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Self-Care for Your Health: The First Flu Vaccine You Can Give Yourself

September 23, 2024

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has just approved the first flu vaccine that can be administered at home, without needing a healthcare provider. This nasal spray, called FluMist, has been protecting people against the flu since 2003, and now it's available for self-administration or caregi

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The Mysterious Case of the Bird Flu Outbreak

September 23, 2024

In a rare and puzzling turn of events, a third close contact of a patient in Missouri who was hospitalized with H5N1 bird flu has reported experiencing symptoms. This individual, a healthcare worker, was not tested as their symptoms resolved before the investigation into the illnesses began. The Cen

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Unpacking the Maternal Health Crisis: A Call to Action

September 21, 2024

As the nation grapples with the reverberations of a shifting political landscape, one issue has emerged as a clarion call for collective action: the maternal health crisis affecting Black women. On September 23, Maya Harris, sister of Vice President Kamala Harris, will lead a roundtable discussion i

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Healthcare in Jeopardy: A Recipe for Disaster

September 21, 2024

As the 2024 election season heats up, a new wave of Republican proposals threatens to unravel the progress made in healthcare reform. The party's aim is to repeal key provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Affordable Care Act (ACA), aiming to increase the cost of health insurance an