Gov. Gavin Newsom Signs California Budget With Cuts to Migrant Healthcare
California Governor Gavin Newsom has approved the state’s latest budget, which incorporates significant spending cuts, including reductions to migrant healthcare programs. This decision marks a notable shift from Newsom’s previous…
Middlemen in Healthcare: How Third Parties Influence Medical Pricing and Decisions
Intermediaries within the healthcare system—such as insurance companies, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), and large hospital networks—are playing a growing role in shaping medical pricing and treatment decisions. While designed to…
Artificial Intelligence Rapidly Transforming the Healthcare Industry
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the healthcare industry, ushering in a new era of medical advancements and patient care. From improving diagnostic capabilities to enabling tailored treatment plans and…
Navigating Healthcare’s Uncertain Future: An Overview of Challenges and Next Steps
In today’s rapidly changing healthcare environment, gaining a clear perspective on the system’s current state, historical trajectory, and possible futures is crucial for providers, patients, and policymakers alike. With continual…
Saint Peter’s Healthcare System Appoints New Clinical Department Physician Leaders
Saint Peter’s Healthcare System has officially announced the appointment of new physician leaders to head multiple clinical departments across its network. This strategic move is aimed at enhancing the quality…
Louisiana Healthcare Leaders Warn Proposed Budget Cuts Could Devastate Rural Hospitals
Several healthcare leaders across Louisiana have issued a stark warning about the potential consequences of proposed state budget cuts on rural hospitals. In a recently circulated letter, these leaders stated…
Senate GOP Introduces Health Care Policy Changes in Tax Bill to Secure Support
In a strategic move late Friday, Senate Republicans introduced significant changes to health care policies within their sweeping tax legislation package. The adjustments are viewed as critical to gaining the…
Syphilis Cases Resurge in Mecklenburg County Amid Stable HIV Rates
Health officials in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, are sounding the alarm over a worrying trend in sexually transmitted infections (STIs). According to the county’s Public Health Director, while HIV infection…
U.S. Microservices in Healthcare Market Valued at $114.75 Million in 2023, Poised for Rapid Growth
The U.S. microservices in healthcare market has been valued at USD 114.75 million in 2023, according to a recent report by SNS Insider. This marks a significant milestone for the…
Waukesha Plan Commission Approves GE HealthCare’s Expansion Proposal
During a recent meeting, the Waukesha Plan Commission granted final site and architectural approval for GE HealthCare’s proposed expansion of its Experience Center located at the Waukesha Campus. The approval…