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CentraCare – Willmar (Minn.) President Mike Schramm will retire from his role, effective Jan. 3. Mr. Schramm has led the hospital since 2019. He also previously served as co-CEO for Carris Health, a regional health system created through the merger of Rice Memorial Hospital, ACMC Health, and Family Practice Medical Center, integrating them into CentraCare, according to a hospital news release.

Minnesota hospital president to retire

Athens, GA

A recent study found patients with a sepsis diagnosis who were discharged to home health care, skilled nursing facilities or home had higher readmission rates. The study, published Sept. 1 in the American Journal of Critical Care, culled data from the Medical Information Mart for Intensive Care IV, a publicly available single-hospital database of electronic medical record data on individuals admitted to Boston-based Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center between 2008 and 2019. The study sampled 7,107 adult patients with at least one initial admission with diagnosis of sepsis and/or septic shock who survived to be discharged.

3 settings with high readmission rates for sepsis patients

Women are less likely to return for additional breast cancer screening after receiving a false-positive mammogram result, according to a study published Sept. 3 in the American College of Physicians' Annals of Internal Medicine. Researchers from academic institutions across the U.S. and Oakland, Calif.-based Kaiser Permanente analyzed data from 177...

False-positive mammograms lead to fewer follow-up screenings: Study

Los Angeles, CA

Specialists from Los Angeles-based City of Hope will now offer second-opinion services to patients at Healthway Cancer Care Hospital in the Philippines. As part of a new collaboration agreement, City of Hope will provide second opinions through real-time, peer-to-peer consultations with physicians at Healthway Cancer Care Hospital, as well as through reports that detail treatment approaches, according to a Sept. 4 news release.

City of Hope partners with hospital in Asia

There are only 45 cancer centers in the U.S. that offer proton beam therapy, according to data from the National Association for Proton Therapy. Proton beam therapy delivers a high dose of radiation directly to a tumor. It is particularly effective in treating tumors close to critical organs and for children with cancer, according to the organization's website.

45 cancer centers with proton therapy in the US

Corona, CA

Corona (Calif.) Regional Medical Center has named Alistair Machoka its CEO. Mr. Machoka has more than 20 years of healthcare experience, according to a Sept. 3 news release from the hospital. He most recently served as COO of Southwest Healthcare Inland Valley Hospital in Wildomar, Calif., and Rancho Springs Hospital...

California system names hospital CEO

Health system C-suites have mixed feelings about Medicare Advantage plans. Many are frustrated with the high denial rates and low coverage; some have even cut ties with MA plans. But others see a disruptive force that could have a positive impact on healthcare, if executed correctly. "I think Medicare Advantage...

Medicare Advantage's 'unrealized' potential

There's a roughly 80% chance that combined peak hospitalizations from COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus and influenza will be similar or lower to levels seen during last year's respiratory virus season, though three factors could lead to a higher burden, according to a new CDC report. The CDC posted its outlook...

3 factors that could affect virus season

Kansas State

Hays (Kan.) Medical Center has named Jessica Williby executive director of revenue cycle, according to a post on her LinkedIn page. Ms. Williby's previous experience includes roles at McKesson and Change Healthcare, according to her LinkedIn profile. She began her new role in June, according to her LinkedIn page.

Kansas hospital names executive director of revenue cycle

Springfield, IL

Springfield, Ill.-based Hospital Sisters Health System recently reported a cybersecurity incident that occurred last August. The 13-hospital health system identified a cybersecurity breach in late August 2023 and took steps to contain and remediate the impact, according to a note on the HSHS website. The health system worked with a forensic security firm to investigate the incident and found files on the network were breached between Aug. 16 to Aug. 27, 2023.

Hospital Sisters Health System reports cybersecurity breach

Employment grew in most healthcare subsectors in August, with overall sector growth below the average monthly gain over the previous 12 months. Findings are from the latest jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, published Sept. 6. Here are seven numbers from the report that illustrate healthcare job trends.

Healthcare's job growth: 7 numbers to know

Seattle, WA

Omer Awan has been named vice president and CIO of Seattle-based Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. In this role, Mr. Awan will oversee the cancer center's IT initiatives and strategy, according to a Sept. 4 LinkedIn post from Fred Hutchinson. Mr. Awan will step into the role Sept. 25.

Fred Hutch names new CIO

Boston, MA

Boston-based Mass General Brigham Cancer Center has unveiled plans for a more integrative cancer care model. Mass General Brigham began consulting physicians, patients and researchers within the system in October 2023 to develop a more patient-focused, equitable cancer care strategy, according to a Sept. 6 news release shared with Becker's.

Mass General Brigham revamps cancer care model

Rochester, NY

Maura Snyder has been named COO of Rochester, N.Y.-based Highland Hospital, effective Oct. 21. Ms. Snyder brings more than 25 years of healthcare leadership experience to the role, according to a Sept. 4 news release from University of Rochester (N.Y.) Medical Center. She most recently served as associate COO at...

U of Rochester Medical Center taps hospital COO

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Cats are often considered mysterious and independent creatures, leading many to believe that they are aloof or even indifferent. However, cats communicate in a variety of ways, and understanding their unique language can deepen the bond between you and your feline friend. By learning to interpret their signals, you can enhance your relationship and become a more empathetic cat owner.

Ways to Speak Cat and Deepen Your Bond

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Blood tests are booming as a way to diagnose a variety of diseases. This year, the FDA approved two blood tests to detect colon cancer, a blood test was developed to diagnose Alzheimer's, and a blood test was found to accurately predict cardiovascular events in women up to 30 years in advance.

Blood tests boom in medicine

Las Vegas, NV

Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center, part of Nashville, Tenn.-based HCA Healthcare, has opened a $14M freestanding emergency room in Las Vegas. The ER at Desert's Edge will offer full-service, 24/7 emergency care, along with on-site imaging, laboratory and pharmacy services. The 11,000-square-foot facility features 12 private exam rooms and...

HCA hospital opens $14M freestanding ED

Nashville, TN

Cincinnati, OH

Columbus-based OhioHealth has outsourced its home health and hospice services to Compassus, a company that specializes in providing integrated home-based care. OhioHealth finalized its agreement with Compassus which was announced in June. Under the agreement, ownership of the health system's three hospice locations and four home health locations will be transferred to Compassus.

OhioHealth outsources home health locations

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10 ways to improve cancer patients' transition to skilled nursing facilities: Viewpoint

Physicians from the New York City-based Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center have shared insights on how to better manage care when an oncology patient transfers from...

10 ways to improve cancer patients' transition to skilled nursing facilities: Viewpoint

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