“I was treated like family at Broward Health” October 24, 2022 – In 2020, Nancy Smith found a small lump in her breast during a regular self-examination. Although the chef and mother of five was not too worried, she knew she had to get tested. It was early in the COVID-19 pandemic, so it took […]
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Broward County Employers Wanted for Summer Jobs Program
November 21, 2022 – CareerSource Broward (CSBD) is encouraging Broward County employers to participate as a worksite for the 2023 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) in an effort to help prepare the future workforce- work in the region. Companies can hire a young adult to FREE OF CHARGE — a savings of nearly $3,000 per […]
Santa Claus is coming to St. Lucie Mets Clover Park!
The brothers share their wish lists with Santa in 2021 New Horizons Breakfast with Santa event at Clover Park. FREE all-you-can-eat breakfast and lots of holiday activities for kids PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL: November 17, 2022 – The New Horizons 6e Annual breakfast with Santa Claus will take place on Saturday, December 3, 2022 from […]
HCA Florida Palms West Hospital is accepting volunteer applications
November 7, 2022 – HCA Florida Palms West Hospital is thrilled to announce the return of its volunteer program. Applications are now being accepted for volunteers 18 years of age or older who can serve more than 50 hours per year. Volunteer opportunities are currently available Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., […]
An experimental cancer vaccine shows promise in animal studies
NIH researchers find that IV administration improves antitumor action The researchers found that intravenous (IV) administration of the vaccine increased the number of cytotoxic T cells capable of infiltrating and attacking tumor cells and engaging the innate immune system by inducing type I interferon. innate altered the tumor microenvironment, counteracting suppressive forces that would otherwise […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital 8/11 News
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs Economic news GOOD LUCK WILDCATS!! At CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur Springs, we wish all of our Wildcats the best of luck, as many compete in athletic and music competitions as regional and national finalists! We are so proud of your hard work and dedication. GO WILDCATS! […]
New Study Shows Medicare Advantage Markets Lack Competition
AMA’s annual analysis monitoring competition in health insurance markets now includes insight into Medicare Advantage 1 NOVEMBER 2022 – Competition is rare in Medicare Advantage markets where private health insurance companies offer eligible consumers an alternative to traditional health insurance, according to the annual study of competition in health insurance markets published by the American […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital 1/11 News
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs Economic news November is both Lung Cancer and COPD Awareness Month Do you notice a theme? Our lungs are vital! As always, having an annual physical by your primary care provider is of the utmost importance. If your provider decides you need additional diagnostics, they may order tests. […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News 10/24
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs Economic news What to expect when you are pregnant At CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Sulphur Springs, we want to be there to help celebrate one of life’s milestones: the birth of your baby. We created our Birthing Center with your family in mind. Our friendly and experienced doctors, midwives […]
Experimental monoclonal antibodies show promise against Epstein-Barr virus
October 27, 2022 – A panel of experimental monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) targeting different sites of the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) blocked infection when tested on human cells in the laboratory. Additionally, one of the experimental mAbs provided almost complete protection against EBV infection and lymphoma when tested in mice. The results appear online today in the […]
New physiotherapy services at HMT Sancta Maria Hospital
Swansea-based leading private hospital HMT Sancta Maria has launched a new suite of physiotherapy services for new and existing patients. Run by Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) licensed and licensed physiotherapists, the hospital now offers outpatient physiotherapy clinics for patients with musculoskeletal disorders. The hospital, which opened a brand new facility in Swansea’s SA1 […]
Free autism screening for young children
October 25, 2022 – Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida, in partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Southwest Florida, offers free monthly autism spectrum disorder screening for toddlers 18 months to five years old. The next screening will take place on November 11th 2022, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.. at the Pediatric Specialists […]
Abbott issues recall of certain ready-to-serve (RTF) products
October 20, 2022 – Abbott has issued a press release voluntarily recalling certain lots of 2 fluid ounce/59 milliliter bottles of ready-to-feed (RTF) liquids. For a list of products and lot numbers included in the recall, click here or call 1-800-986-8540. According to Abbott, “These products are being recalled because a small percentage of bottles […]
HEALTH FOUNDATION OF SOUTH FLORIDA – NOTICE OF FUNDING OPPORTUNITY
The The Health Foundation of South Florida seeks to identify, foster, and fund several health equity collaborations in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Monroe counties, each comprised of leaders from health care and community organizations. The mission of each collaboration should be to develop and test new ways to integrate social needs and clinical care with the […]
Cuppas and hard work fund $70,000 ultrasound machine for Macksville Hospital
BowraMacksville UHA volunteers Lorraine Edmondson, Heather Edwards and Dee Hunter present Connie Greenwood and Dr. Karly Field of Macksville District Hospital with a $70,000 ultrasound. THE BowraMacksville branch of the United Hospital Auxiliary (UHA) donated a $70,000 ultrasound machine to the Macksville District Hospital with proceeds from its on-site cafe. Chapter President Lorraine Edmondson said […]
New maternity hospital at GandhiNews WAALI Hospital
With 350 beds… Modern equipment available Treated by competent doctors – Advertising – Hyderabad City: Maternity ward will be specially prepared in Gandhi Hospital. Currently, Maternity and Childhood Services, which are separate services, will be moving to the new building. Hospital authorities are trying to provide services by the end of this year. This mother-child […]
NAACOS Task Force Recommends Path to Digital Quality Measurement
Suggest starting with a small pilot before wider adoption October 14, 2022 – CMS is to work with Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) to establish a small pilot project that tests the reporting of quality data extracted from Electronic Health Records (EHRs) before moving to a nationwide mandate program. This is the main recommendation of a […]
SNF Provider Preview Reports – Now Available
October 14, 2022 – Skilled Nursing (SNF) Facility Provider Overview Reports have been updated and are now available. These reports contain provider performance scores for quality measures, which will be published on Care Compare and Provider Data Catalog (PDC) during the January 2023 refresh. The data contained in the preview reports is based on quality […]
AccentCare appoints new human resources director
October 5, 2022 — AccentCare announces David Cook, Jr. as the new Chief People Officer. The post-acute healthcare company looks forward to welcoming David, with his extensive knowledge of innovative human resource strategies that align with current and future organizational goals. “I’m thrilled to welcome David to our leadership team with his vast experience, and […]
HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital is now reopened
PORT CHARLOTTE, FL – October 10, 2022 – HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital, 21298 Olean Blvd. in Port Charlotte, reopened its emergency services today after repairs to the 238-bed acute care hospital. The other hospital services will open in the coming weeks. “Supporting our communities with disaster preparedness, response and recovery is vital,” said Michael Ehrat, […]
3D map reveals DNA organization in human retinal cells
October 7, 2022 — NIH scientists shed light on how genetic architecture determines gene expression, tissue-specific function, and disease phenotype in blinding diseases. “This is the first detailed integration of the regulatory topology of the retinal genome with genetic variants associated with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and glaucoma, two leading causes of vision loss and […]
Statement from President Biden on Marijuana Reform
Today, I am announcing three steps I am taking to end this failed approach. First, I am announcing a pardon for all previous federal offenses of simple possession of marijuana. I have asked the Attorney General to develop an administrative process for issuing pardon certificates to eligible individuals. There are thousands of people who have […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News 10/4
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs Economic news October is breast cancer awareness month Breast cancer affects nearly 1 in 8 women in the United States and is a curable disease if caught early enough. At CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital-Sulphur Springs, we believe one is too many. Scheduling your annual mammogram and talking to […]
VITAS Remembers Brevard County Veterans
By Paul Kolarik What does the hospice have to do with our nation’s heroes? More than you think. One organization in particular is committed to honoring veterans and all they have done to preserve our freedom. As many of our local nursing facilities are home to members of this brave group, in August VITAS® Healthcare […]
More cancer clinical trials available for Broward residents
Community Foundation of Broward grants expand access to potentially life-saving clinical trials and cancer treatment programs September 30, 2022 – More Broward residents diagnosed with cancer have access to potentially life-saving clinical trials and cancer treatment programs, thanks to recent grants from the Community Foundation of Broward. More than 900 local cancer patients have participated […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News of 09/27
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs Economic news The CARE unit: Rehabilitation in a hospital setting At CHRISTUS, we pride ourselves on our comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation program. We provide the highest quality care to improve the functional independence of the people we serve. Some of the specialties we handle are: Amputation, Brain Injury, Bilateral […]
Florida Community Care Health Plan reaches 20,000 members
Independent Living Systems subsidiary provides long-term care services and member support throughout the State of Florida September 27, 2022 – Independent Living Systems (ILS), a national health services company, announced that its Long-Term Care Plus Florida Medicaid health plan, Florida Community Care, LLC (FCC), has enrolled its 20,000e member making FCC the third largest managed […]
NIH-Funded Study Shows Deep Sleep Supports Immune Function
Adults who reduced their sleep for six weeks had increased markers of inflammation. The study published in the Journal of Experimental Medicine(link is external). “What we’re learning is that sleep modulates the production of cells that are the protagonists — the main players — of inflammation,” said Filip K. Swirski, Ph.D., lead study author. and […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News 09/20
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs Economic news Bivalent COVID vaccines available this week NetHealth will have both the Moderna and Pfizer Bivalent COVID-19 vaccine boosters available this week in addition to regular adult and pediatric vaccines and boosters. This week (September 19-23) will be our last COVID vaccination clinic this year provided by […]
NCH Healthcare System and Nicklaus Children’s Announce Collaboration
NAPLES, Fl. – September 19, 2022 –NCH Healthcare System and Nicklaus Children’s Health System are thrilled to announce a collaboration that will improve the care we can provide to the youngest members of our community and their families while keeping them closer to home here in Naples and around southwest Florida. NCH Healthcare System and […]
CAREMAX RELEASES 2021 IMPACT REPORT
The report highlights the company’s progress in diversity, inclusion and a sustainable culture of care. September 19, 2022 – CareMax, Inc. (“CareMax”) (NASDAQ: CMAX; CMAXW), a leading technology provider of value-driven care for older adults, released its 2021 Impact Report. The report details the commitment the company’s ongoing commitment to underserved populations in healthcare deserts, […]
High Tea raises $3,200 for Tomaree Community Hospital – News Of The Area
Members of the Port Stephens community at the fundraiser. Tomaree Community Hospital Auxiliary recently held a royal, fun and stylish fashion show and tea party to raise funds for hospital services. The Auxiliary helps purchase additional equipment for the hospital that would otherwise not be available to patients and staff. Advertise with Area News today. […]
UHealth Opens New Location in North Miami
UHealth at SoLé Mia for an opening in early 2025 September 9, 2022 – After a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, UHealth – The University of Miami Health System has taken major steps toward its envisioned future, opening a world-class medical center at SoLé Mia, the 184-acre mixed-use development in North Miami, a joint […]
Start of a US clinical trial evaluating an antiviral for monkeypox
NIH trial to collect data on tecovirimat (TPOXX). Interested volunteers can visit the ACTG site for information on the A5418 clinical trial(link is external). Please do not call or email the NIAID News and Science Writing Branch to inquire about enrollment in this trial. September 9, 2022 – A Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating the […]
NIH seeks next generation of COVID-19 diagnostics
Funded by the RADx Tech program, the new tests are expected to offer improved accessibility and performance. The National Institutes of Health has issued two new funding opportunities for diagnostic test makers to develop the next generation of COVID-19 tests, with a focus on affordability. The funding opportunities are part of the Rapid Acceleration of […]
NIH researchers develop gene therapy for rare ciliopathy
Gene augmentation rescues cilia defects in photosensitive cells derived from patients with blinding disease. National Eye Institute (NEI) researchers have developed a gene therapy that rescues eyelash defects in retinal cells affected by a type of Leber congenital amaurosis (ACL), a disease that causes blindness in early childhood . Using patient-derived retina organoids (also known […]
Holy Cross Health recruits two new doctors
August 30, 2022) – Ian D. Singer, DO, JD and Melaine Lanza, MD have joined Holy Cross Medical Group, a multi-specialty physician group of more than 160 physicians providing services in Broward and Palm Beach counties. Dr Singer is a primary care physician who joins Holy Cross Health from Broward Health where he was Chief […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital 9/6 News
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs Economic news New Orthopedic Surgeon We are delighted to welcome Dr. Christian Douthit to our CHRISTUS family. Dr. Douthit graduated from medical school and completed a general surgery fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at Texas Tech University Health […]
New Vision at Holy Cross Health
By Elizabeth Curran New Vision at Holy Cross Health offers medical detox services to help people overcome withdrawal symptoms from drug and alcohol addiction. The New Vision service supports adults with a hospital stay under medical supervision for stabilization in a hospital setting, which generally lasts three to five days. Patients can detox from a […]
HCA Florida University Hospital opens helipad
August 30, 2022 – HCA Florida University Hospital, a 165-bed facility and part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the state’s largest healthcare system, officially opens its helipad. The 3,025 square foot helipad is located on the roof of the hospital, which opened in mid-November 2021. The air ambulance landing pad also has a dedicated elevator to […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital 8/30 News
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs Economic news Mobile Athletic Training Room and Wildcat Tailgate Thank you to everyone who passed by our CHRISTUS tent during the Wildcats’ first home football game. We are very proud to have our CHRISTUS mobile athletic training room on site during sporting events. The ability to see sports […]
Fundraising for Tomaree Community Hospital – News from the region
Some of the volunteers serving sausage sandwiches at the Bunnings BBQ fundraiser. FOR those of us who have come to Tomaree Community Hospital in an emergency, we know the value of the service this hospital provides to our community. The staff are attentive and although it is a brand new building, it still needs more. […]
SARS-CoV-2 antigen levels linked to patient outcomes
August 29, 2022 – The amount of SARS-CoV-2 antigen measured in the blood of patients hospitalized with COVID-19 is associated with disease severity and other clinical outcomes, according to a new study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine. Following the ACTIV-3 trial of COVID-19 therapeutics in people hospitalized with COVID-19, researchers from the National […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News 08/23
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs Economic news It’s tailgate time! Please join us for a spiritual gathering and tour of the CHRISTUS Mobile Athletic Training Facility (MATR) prior to the home game of the Sulfur Springs Wild Football Team this Friday, August 26 at 6:30 p.m. We will be set up on the […]
Florida’s HCA University Hospital completes its first craniotomy
August 23, 2022 – HCA Florida University Hospital, a 165-bed facility and part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the state’s largest healthcare system, recently completed its first surgery for a blood clot in the brain. The patient, 95-year-old Obdulia Pena, underwent burr hole drainage, a surgery involving a small incision and then drilling a small hole […]
Chhattisgarh, SAIL’s Solo Skin Bank at Bhilai Steel Plant Hospital
BSP DIC Anirban Dasgupta Team News Raipur, August 20 Chhattisgarh and SAIL’s first skin bank was established at Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital and Research Centre, the main hospital of Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP). Apart from this, Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital and Research Center has also become the first cadaver tissue transplant institute in Chhattisgarh. SAIL-Bhilai Steel Plant […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News 08/17
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs Economic news Sulfur Springs, Texas, August 15, 2022 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs has ONE mission: Extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Cardiac Rehabilitation: Your Next Step to Recovery What is Cardiac Rehabilitation? Cardiac rehabilitation is a medically supervised program designed to help people […]
10th Annual Newborn Shelter Gala
August 17, 2022 – Safe haven for newborns are delighted to announce our 10th Annual Newborn Shelter Gala take place on Saturday October 22n/a2022 to Hilton Downtown Miami. Our first Gala since the Pandemic. We are once again honored to have Lauren Pastrana of CBS4 News as our mistress of ceremonies. The highlight of the […]
UnitedHealthcare’s Surest offers a new approach to health insurance
August 11, 2022 – UnitedHealthcare’s Surest offers a new approach to health benefits that removes deductibles and provides clear upfront price information to people before treatment. Surest, initially introduced in 2016 as Bind, has the fastest growth rate among UnitedHealthcare’s employer-sponsored plans. UnitedHealthcare offers Surest to employers nationwide with self-funded health plans. The most secure […]
Monoclonal antibody reduces asthma attacks in urban youth
An NIH-funded trial identifies asthma-associated gene networks affected by the drug. Illustration of a child using an asthma inhaler in an urban setting. The spherical objects are immune cells called eosinophils, which the drug being tested in the trial is designed to shrink.NIAID August 10, 2022 – A monoclonal antibody, mepolizumab, decreased asthma attacks by […]
Advocate Radiation Oncology expands with West Palm Beach location
August 9, 2022 – Advocate Radiation Oncology has established a new cancer treatment center in West Palm Beach. This is the practice’s second location on Florida’s east coast that will provide residents of surrounding counties with access to world-class physicians and state-of-the-art cancer treatment technology. Advocate is the region’s premier radiation oncology practice and has […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News 8/8
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs Economic news Sulfur Springs, Texas, August 8, 2022 – CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs has ONE mission: Extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Back to school Do you review the checklist of things to take care of before sending your students back to school? Maybe […]
FAU NURSING LEADERS INDUCTED INTO PRESTIGIOUS NATIONAL ACADEMIES
American Academy of Nursing inductees will be recognized for their significant contributions to health and health care at the academy’s annual health policy conference, October 27-29 in Washington, D.C. The theme of this year’s conference is “From reflection to impact: positioning the future of nursing.” The new fellows represent 35 states, the District of Columbia, […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News 8/2
August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month According to the CDC, breastfeeding has health benefits for babies and mothers. Breast milk provides the baby with ideal nutrition and promotes growth and development. Here are five big benefits of breastfeeding: 1. Breast milk is the best source of nutrition for most babies: As the baby grows, a […]
HealthPark Care and Rehabilitation Center Wins National Quality Award
August 1, 2022 – Lee Health’s HealthPark Care and Rehabilitation Center has won the 2022 Silver AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award from the American Health Care Association and the National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL). It is one of only 6 institutions in the state and 46 in the country to earn this honor. This recognition […]
Public beware of changing care paradigms
By Rafael Fernandez, Jr., MD The corporate takeover of medicine continues to accelerate at an alarming rate. According to a study conducted by the Physicians Advocacy Institute and Avalere Health, more than 75% of doctors are now employed by hospitals, health systems and other companies. The recent announcement of Amazon’s purchase of One Medical for […]
The cancer and trauma registry, a “niche industry”
By Lois Thomson “It’s a niche industry,” says Betsy Johnson, and she should know that. Johnson refers to the Cancer and Trauma Registry, and she and her partner, Emily Stinner, founded theHIMpros, a recruitment consultancy firm that manages data from cancer or trauma patients. Betsy Johnson Johnson explained that the job is to review the […]
Camille Health Concern adds three new members to the Board of Directors
By Lois Thomson Arjun K.Saluja About a year ago, Arjun K. Saluja resigned as a member of the board of directors of Community Health of South Florida (CHI), where he had served for nearly 15 years, the last three as president . He said as soon as this happened John Dubois, Chairman of the Board […]
Charity inspires Kathryn to raise money for Fiji Children’s Hospital – News Of The Area
Kathryn Edmunds in Fiji for the opening of the first Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Cardiac Hospital, focusing on pediatric cardiology, to be established outside India. KATHRYN Edmunds, a long-time Bellingen resident who works in Coffs Harbour, recently returned from a life-changing event in Fiji. She witnessed the opening of the first Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Cardiac Hospital […]
NEW CLINICAL TRIAL UNDERWAY FOR ALZHEIMER PATIENTS
Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute and FIU’s Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine Partner to Study the Effects of Ultrasound Waves on the Brain Michael McDermott. MARYLAND July 29, 2022 – Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute and Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine at Florida International University are collaborating to offer a new clinical trial for patients […]
Samyuktha Hegde injured on Kreem sets, rushed to hospital
By Express press service Actor Samyuktha Hegde was injured today while performing a tricky fight sequence on the sets of social thriller Kreem. She suffered a twisted ankle and knee injury and was rushed to hospital. The film’s director Abhishek Basanth shared that the actor insisted that she do the risque stunts on her own. […]
WADA Announces CPT Update for Monkeypox Testing and Vaccination
July 27, 2022 – The American Medical Association (AMA) today announced an update to Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)®the nation’s primary set of medical terminology codes for describing health care procedures and services, which includes a new laboratory test code for orthopoxvirus and two codes for vaccines used to prevent monkeypox infection . These new CPT […]
South Florida ACHE Member Spotlight: Darrell Leggett II
The Benefits of Early Entry into ACHE Preparing Students to Become Leaders By Barbara Fallon Darrell Leggett, II, has been associated with ACHE since his student years at Baylor University in Texas. He credits mentorship, networking and educational programs with grooming his evolution from initial clinical aspirations to a healthcare administrative career with a foundation […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News of 07/26
Please join us for a ribbon cutting Please join the CHRISTUS Institute of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine with CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur Springs at the Gerald Prim Football Stadium for a ribbon cutting of the CHRISTUS Mobile Athletic Training Facility made possible through the Hopkins County Healthcare Foundation and a generous donation from […]
EPILEPSY ALLIANCE FLORIDA ANNOUNCES 2022-2025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Board of Directors will provide leadership to carry out the organization’s mission of supporting over half a million Floridians living with epilepsy July 25, 2022 – Epilepsy Alliance Florida today announced its 2022-2025 Board of Directors, effective for terms beginning July 1, 2022. The organization welcomed two new board members to its roster and […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News 07/20
CHRISTUS Care on demand CHRISTUS Health has expanded access to healthcare across all departments in Texas and Louisiana with the launch of CHRISTUS On Demand Care. These virtual visits allow patients to meet with a CHRISTUS Health caregiver via live video from their smartphone, tablet or computer for their urgent care needs from 7:00 a.m. […]
Holy Cross Health partners with HealthSun to expand access
July 18, 2022 – Holy Cross Health and HealthSun announced a partnership to expand access to Holy Cross Health’s award-winning healthcare services. Mark Doyle, President and CEO “Holy Cross Health is committed to growing its membership and entry into its network,” said Mark Doyle, President and CEO of Holy Cross Health. “This partnership with HealthSun […]
FoundCare’s Back-to-School Health Fair – Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Back-to-school health fairFoundCareAugust 6, 20222330 South Congress Avenue, Palm Springs, 33406 WHO: FoundCare WHAT: The FoundCare team returns with its health fair for the start of the school year To kick off National Health Center Week, parents or guardians can register their children on-site between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. or can pre-register online. From […]
KEEPING YOUR JOINTS HEALTHY – Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
WHETHER IT’S YOUR KNEES, ELBOWS OR HIPS, TURN YOUR BROWARD HEALTH FOR YOUR ORTHOPEDIC NEEDS July 18, 2022- Have you thought of a plan to keep your joints healthy? If not, don’t worry, it’s no surprise. When we can move our bodies easily and effortlessly, many of us take our joints for granted. Joints are […]
Tykes & Teens Back to School Video Series
Free series provides tips, tools and resources to help parents and students build a resilient return to school July 18, 2022 – To prepare parents and students for a mentally resilient return to school this fall, Tykes & Teens is once again sharing its free “Mental Health Matters” back-to-school video series. Each segment features leading […]
FLORIDA STATE DEPLOYS TOOLS TO ADDRESS OVERDOSAGE CRISIS
July 15, 2022 – Last week, First Lady Casey DeSantis convened Florida Department of Children and Families Secretary Shevaun Harris, State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo, and forces order to discuss recent increases in overdoses associated with fentanyl in Gadsden County. As a result of this meeting, the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) […]
Lee Health Announces First Pediatric Geneticist in Southwest Florida
Dr. Jeffrey Innis joins Lee Health July 15, 2022 — Lee Health is pleased to announce that Dr. Jeffrey Innis is the health system’s newest Pediatric Genetics Specialist. Dr. Innis has over 35 years of experience in medical and human molecular genetics and is the region’s premier pediatric geneticist. Dr. Innis is board certified by […]
Lee Health Reduces Telehealth Cost of Emergency Care
July 14, 2022 – Due to the recent increase in influenza, COVID-19, and other illnesses in Southwest Florida, Lee Health is reducing the cost of telehealth visits for urgent care through Lee TeleHealth from $49 to $20. Lee Health is temporarily offering this service at a discounted price for community members so they can use […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News 7/12
CHRISTUS Inpatient Rehabilitation is Highly Ranked CHRISTUS Mother Frances Sulfur Springs Inpatient Rehabilitation Center was ranked #1 out of nearly 900 rehabilitation centers served by UDS (Uniform Data System). The Uniform Data System (UDS-PRO) is an annual reporting system that provides standardized information on the performance and operation of inpatient rehabilitation centers. The performance of […]
GREATER ACCESS TO THE GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN
By Josh Price – Alibaba Group Better access to the global supply chain – sourcing from countries where the quality is better, more available or cheaper – has improved many aspects of the sourcing process. However, this also brought with it a significant challenge: how can you verify that a potential supplier is legitimate, in […]
Physician groups call for accelerated behavioral health integration
Payers and policymakers urged to join physicians in plan to support holistic care July 8, 2022 – Physician organizations are working to accelerate the integration of behavioral health services into primary care settings and address the unmet need for mental health services and treatment for use disorders of substances, but doctors cannot solve the crisis […]
Many Significant COA Changes Included in Proposed Medicare Rule
The President and CEO of the National Association of ACOs (NAACOS), Clif Gaus, Sc.D., today released the following statement on the fee schedule proposed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for 2023: July 7, 2022 – “NAACOS sends a big shout out to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for taking […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News 7/5
Book a ride One of our pharmacists, Pejman Pirmoradi, recently traveled to Ethiopia on business and had the honor of meeting with the Ethiopian Minister for Women and Social Affairs, Dr Ergoge Tesfaye. She told him about her goal of donating one million books to the capital’s Abrehot library. While Ethiopia is a rich country, […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News of 06/27
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur springs has ONE mission: Extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. beat the heat With triple-digit temperatures this month, know that heat-related injuries are a real threat. People at high risk, such as the elderly, should stay indoors on particularly hot and humid days, especially when an air pollution […]
Lee Health Skilled Nursing Unit Wins National Quality Award
June 22, 2022 – The Skilled Nursing Unit (SNU) at Gulf Coast Medical Center has won the 2022 Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award from the American Health Care Association and the National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL). The local facility was one of only 14 in Florida and 180 in the United States, including […]
USF Tampa General Physicians appoints first vice president of operations
Cantonis, who is a seasoned operational leader with over 20 years of experience includes inpatient and outpatient, service lines, and population health, joins USFTGP from San Diego. June 16, 2022 – USF Tampa General Physicians (USFTGP) has appointed Matthew Cantonis as senior vice president of operations. Launched in January 2022, USFTGP supports clinical practice administrative […]
Improving prostate health during Men’s Health Month
June 17, 2022 — Throughout the year, but especially during Men’s Health Month in June, doctors at Holy Cross Health in Fort Lauderdale remind men to take control of their health. Ishai Ross, MD According to Ishai Ross, MD, urology specialist at Holy Cross Health, scheduling annual physical exams as well as routine health exams, […]
AMA welcomes Biden administration’s focus on LGBTQ+ health
Statement attributable to: Jack Resneck Jr., MD President, American Medical Association “The Biden administration has included many laudable policies in its executive order on advancing equality for the LGBTQ+ community. The American Medical Association strongly supports efforts to reduce young people’s risk of exposure to so-called conversion therapy, an unethical practice that is not based […]
IRF Provider Preview Reports – Now Available
June 15, 2022 – Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) Provider Preliminary Reports have been updated and are now available. These reports contain provider performance scores for quality measures, which will be published on Care Compare and Provider Data Catalog (PDC) during the September 2022 Release. Please note that historically, in any given calendar year, CMS performs […]
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center develops electronic wellness check
June 14, 2022 – My Wellness Check, an electronic health record integrated with the symptom and practice needs screening and referral system developed at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of UHealth – University of Miami Health System, has been released online for all Sylvester outpatients and providers on June 1. Sylvester researchers used and studied […]
Wisconsin anesthetist chosen as AMA president-elect
June 14, 2022 – Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, MD, MPH, an anesthesiologist from Wisconsin, was elected president-elect of the American Medical Association (AMA) by physicians assembled at the annual meeting of the AMA House of Delegates. After a one-year term as President-Elect, Dr. Ehrenfeld will be appointed President of WADA in June 2023. “I am honored […]
DCMA physicians are graduates of the Physician Leadership Academy
June 13, 2022 – Physicians from the Dade County Medical Association (DCMA), Broward County Medical Association (BCMA), and Palm Beach County Medical Society (PBCMS) graduate from the Physician Leadership Academy (PLA) of Southern California. Florida, an activity held at the Windham Hotel in Ft. Lauderdale. Angel Bosch, CEO of the DCMA, Audrea Vaugh, DO,; Estelamari […]
‘Topping out’ marks milestone in construction of Parkview Kosciusko Hospital
FORT WAYNE, IND. – JUNE 10, 2022 – A ‘finishing’ ceremony today marked a milestone in the construction of Parkview Warsaw, which will become the full-service Parkview Kosciusko Hospital when the project is completed in the summer of 2023. During the ceremony, Weigand Construction team members secured the project’s final steel beam, which […]
NIH researchers discover new genetic eye disease
Genetic and clinical research reveals a new type of macular dystrophy, a cause of central vision loss. Researchers from the National Eye Institute (NEI) have identified a new disease that affects the macula, a small light-sensitive part of the retina necessary for sharp central vision. Scientists report their findings on the new, as yet unnamed […]
MEMORIAL REGIONAL HOSPITAL OBTAINS ADVANCED ACCREDITATION FOR HEART FAILURE
Hollywood Facility is one of only four in the United States to meet the highest standards June 7, 2022 – Memorial Regional Hospital recently entered elite business, becoming the fourth hospital in the United States to earn Advanced Accreditation for Heart Failure from the American College of Cardiology (ACC). The Hollywood-based facility, home to the […]
Delhi Hospital News: Teleconsultation Service Launched at Municipal Corporation of Delhi Hospital | Delhi News
NEW DELHI: Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Monday inaugurated an app-based nationwide medical teleconsultation at the MCD-run Hindu Rao Hospital. Delhi Municipality and Hindu Rao Hospital became the first organizations to provide round-the-clock medical services through the OPD “eSanjeevani” project, run by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. “It was a great […]
Mount Sinai Medical Center welcomes new cancer center director
Dr. Steven Hochwald will usher in a new era of nationally recognized cancer care. MIAMI BEACH, Florida — June 1, 2022 — Mount Sinai Medical Center welcomes Steven Hochwald, MD, MBA, FACS, as the inaugural director of the new Irma and Norman Braman Cancer Center, which is expected to be completed in 2025. Dr. Hochwald […]
City partners with Lincoln Hospital – News
City have teamed up with Lincoln Hospital, which will provide additional medical support to the club’s playing team. Lincoln Hospital, based on Nettleham Road and part of the Circle Health Group, becomes a gold level partner and will help with scans, recovery and diagnostics. City performance manager Ross Burbeary said: “Lincoln Hospital plays a […]
South Florida ACHE Member Spotlight: Rudy Molinet
By Vanessa Orr As a registered nurse, Rudy Molinet was able to follow his passion for helping people. And while he appreciated being able to play an important role in the lives of patients, he realized that a career in healthcare leadership offered the opportunity to make an even greater difference. “As a nurse, I […]
Feeding baby when formula is hard to find
By Aniruddh Setya, MD, FAAP Formula shortages and empty store shelves have caused panic among parents and caregivers. Some get their supplies with the help of family and friends while others struggle to buy just one. Infant formula supply problems began when an Abbott Nutrition facility abruptly closed after Similac, Alimentum and EleCare formulas were […]
Progress in mental health facilities
By Charles A. Michelson, AIA, ACHA, LEED AP Healthcare workers around the world have long realized the additional need for behavioral healthcare providers and clinics. With the ongoing pandemic, a significant layer of stress has been added to the public, on top of the general polarization we are seeing across the country. The results of […]
The severity of jury verdicts should concern Florida doctors
By Vanessa Orr In March of this year, an Iowa City family was awarded $97.5 million in a medical malpractice case, the largest such award in state history. This verdict, along with a new Florida House bill on the horizon, should send red flags to doctors in Florida, according to Julie Danna, senior vice president, […]
Children’s Harbor welcomes new board member
June 1, 2022 – Lisa Mooney, The vice president and chief commercial officer of BankUnited, a national bank headquartered in Miami Lakes, has joined the Children’s Harbor board. Children’s Harbor is a nationally accredited non-profit agency whose mission is to help strengthen struggling families in our community while providing safe shelter and support for teens […]
Keith Zimmerman Named President of HCA Healthcare’s MidAmerica Division
Keith Zimmerman Named President of HCA Healthcare’s MidAmerica Division (Photo: Business Wire) Keith Zimmerman Named President of HCA Healthcare’s MidAmerica Division (Photo: Business Wire) As president of the MidAmerica division, Zimmerman will have responsibility for seven hospitals and numerous other care sites serving the greater Kansas City area. Zimmerman replaces Mel Lagarde, who is retiring […]
Over 6,000 screened at Thumbay University Hospital – News
Published: Thu 26 May 2022, 06:07 PM More than 6,000 people from 40 different nationalities enjoyed the benefits of Thumbay Teaching Hospital Free Medical and Dental Mega Camp in Al Jurf, Ajman held on Sunday. The free mega health camp offered health check-ups with specialist consultants and general practitioners in specialties such as cardiology, internal […]
Casting alternatives for the 21st century
By Olufemi Nassi With fracture season upon us, many clinics are looking for ways to streamline bone and joint care and improve the healing experience for their patients. Mara Landis was a patient at the University of Miami Health System. She recently broke her arm playing tennis and was using a fiberglass cast until she […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News of 05/24
Remembrance Day In honor of our fallen heroes this Memorial Day, we say THANK YOU. May these heroes always be remembered for their contribution to setting our nation free. “There is no greater love than this: to lay down your life for your friends. – John 15.13 Remembrance Day Security Memorial Day weekend is the […]
CONHI receives $100,000 gift for new smart hospital – News Center
Monday, May 23, 2022 • Neph Rivera: Contact A $100,000 donation from longtime University of Texas at Arlington benefactors Dr. Al Clark and Shalyn Clark will better equip the next generation of nurses to thrive in the dynamic healthcare environment of ‘today. The donation will support the construction of a modernized smart hospital equipped with […]
The bumpy road from hate to love of EHR
By Jennifer Parker, MPH, RD/LDN, CSPO We have worked in hospitals for more than 15 years each, and personalized medicine has always been our goal. So we know all too well the difficulties of paper mapping while trying to provide quality care. However, even when another EHR system promised to make our routine more efficient […]
Broward Health celebrates trauma survivors and caregivers
On May 18, Broward Health recognized National Trauma Survivor Day by honoring the health system’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) partners, medical team, and trauma patients. “Trauma is considered the leading cause of death in the country for people under the age of 45,” said Dr. Ivan Puente during the celebration evening at Broward Health North […]
Holy Cross Health receives $25,000 grant from ALS Association
(Left to right): Ray Carson, CEO of the Florida Chapter of the ALS Association; Holy Cross Health ALS Clinic Co-directors Gustavo Alameda, MD and Nithya Mathai, DNP, APRN, FNP-C; Jo-Ann Clynch, ALS Association Florida Chapter Board Member; Stan Meadows, executive director of the Phil Smith Neuroscience Institute at Holy Cross Health; Tiana Duana, Regional Program […]
CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital News or 5/19
Immunization clinics CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital – Sulfur Springs will no longer be offering the COVID Immunization Clinic every Friday morning. However, Net Health offers both pediatric and adult COVID vaccines. This vaccination clinic is located at 100 Medical Circle in Sulfur Springs. No appointment is necessary. Thereafter, Net Health will continue to come every […]
FOUNDCARE APPOINTS NEW MANAGEMENT – Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Federally Qualified Healthcare Center Appoints Marcia Young as Chief Operating Officer, Andy Antenor as Chief Financial Officer and Promotes Dr. Jean Monice to Chief Medical Officer May 19, 2022 – FoundCare’s new CEO, Christopher Irizarry, has convened new leadership for the C-suite, including Marcia Young as chief operating officer of the organization and Andy Antenor […]
MOODY’S INVESTOR SERVICE UPGRADES BROWARD HEALTH OUTLOOK TO POSITIVE
May 17, 2022 – Moody’s Investors Service has raised its outlook from stable to positive for the North Broward Hospital District, which operates as Broward Health. Moody’s confirmed the Baa2 assigned to the outstanding revenue bonds of the healthcare system, reflecting Broward Health’s “strong liquidity measures, modest leverage and conservative capital structure”, according to a […]
Alan Oliver appointed COO of Gastro Health
May 9, 2022 – Alan Oliver has been named chief operating officer of Gastro Health, a leading national medical group specializing in digestive and liver health. His appointment became effective on May 2, 2022. A career focused on maximizing business operations and leading mergers and acquisitions, as well as organic growth, led Oliver very naturally […]
NIH launches clinical trial of Epstein-Barr virus vaccine
May 6, 2022 – The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health, has launched an early-stage clinical trial to evaluate an experimental preventative vaccine against the Epstein-Barr virus ( EBV). EBV is the leading cause of infectious mononucleosis and is associated with certain cancers and autoimmune diseases. […]
Lee Health awards four nursing scholarships
Donor-supported scholarship program important to help address critical nursing shortage May 3, 2022 – Lee Health awarded four “Heart of Caring” scholarships to Lee Health Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) on April 29, putting them on the path to earning their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degrees. Hunter Fields, Jennifer Guevara, Amber Newborn and Ana […]
Community foundation tackles children’s mental health with new initiative
May 3, 2022 – As the country draws attention to the growing epidemic of mental health issues during National Mental Health Awareness Month in May, the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties (CFPBMC) is collaborating to address the problem locally with children and adolescents. In conjunction with Boys and Girls Clubs of Palm […]
Holy Cross Health adds gastroenterologist
May 3, 2022 – Gastroenterologist Paul Andrew Feldman, MARYLAND joined Holy Cross Medical Group, a multi-specialty physician group employing more than 160 physicians providing services in Broward and Palm Beach counties. Board Certified and Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine Gastroenterology and Associate Member of the American College of Gastroenterology, Dr. Feldman specializes […]
The healthcare business
By Steven G. Ullmann, PhD The University of Miami Center for Health Management and Policy, housed at the Miami Herbert Business School, held its 11th annual health business conference. This year’s theme was “Technology, Access and the New Normal”. With over 1,000 registrants from across the region, as well as nationally and globally, the audience […]
Tribute to Conviva’s “Care Coaches” during National Nurses Week
In the Spotlight: Head of Care Facilitation Mayrolis “May” Davila From her childhood in Cuba to present day Miami where she lives and works as a leading Conviva Care Coach, Mayrolis “May” Davila’s nursing career has been guided by her fundamental sense of community. Mayrolis “May” Davila “At a very young age, I already knew […]
NAACOS recognizes efforts to improve quality of care
ACOs Receive Leaders in Quality Excellence Awards at Spring Conference April 27, 2022 – The National Association of Accountable Care Organizations (NAACOS) recognized three members for their outstanding work to improve patient care in their communities. St. Joseph’s Health ACO, UNC Health Alliance, and Summit Health won the 2022 Leaders in Quality Excellence Award and […]
Nicklaus Children’s Health System Launches MyNicklaus App
New location-based, consumer-facing app improves patient access and experience April February 29, 2022 – Nicklaus Children’s Hospital has launched a new wayfinding app that offers visitors and patient families step-by-step navigation around the hospital’s 309-bed campus. Nicklaus Children’s is the first children’s hospital system in the region to launch a digital health platform that brings […]
Adopt-A-Family Competing for $25,000 Neighborhood Assistance Grant
April 27, 2022 — Selected from 4,000 applicants, the Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches afterschool/summer program, Project Grow, is up for a generous State Farm Neighborhood Assist grant — but needs a major community boost to secure these essential funds. Beginning Wednesday, April 27, Project Grow and 199 other causes nationwide must collect as many […]
Mercy Ships – Transcending Boundaries, Changing Lives
By: Ally Jones – April 25, 2022 I was working in an administrative role on board, working on plans to increase access to our services for more people in Madagascar where the ship was docked, when a patient arrived unexpectedly at our bridge. On his face was the biggest tumor our surgeons had ever seen […]