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Anthony Ashby was selected as the next president of CHI Health Immanuel in Omaha, Neb., part of Chicago-based CommonSpirit Health, according to a hospital news release shared with Becker's. Mr. Ashby will assume the role on Sept. 15, after serving as the hospital's interim president since April, the release said.

CommonSpirit taps president for Nebraska hospital

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

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

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

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

Minnesota State

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

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

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

Georgia State

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Atlanta, GA

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A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Washington, DC

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A woman says she overheard Texas Roadhouse corporate managers plotting to terminate an employee who is in the intensive care unit (ICU) by baiting her husband with a fake benefits package. The story has sparked outrage in a now-viral TikTok.

Woman catches Texas Roadhouse managers allegedly scheming to terminate an injured worker

Booneville, MS

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Written with artificial intelligence assistance. The Prentiss County Grand Jury has handed down indictments against two Booneville residents on charges of child endangerment, according to the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department.

Two Women Indicted for Child Endangerment

Richmond, VA

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WRIC 8 News reported that Richmond officials have confirmed that the city’s Greyhound Bus Service, located at 2910 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230, will close in October 2024.

Greyhound Bus Service is moving in October from current location in Richmond, Virginia

Cincinnati, OH

Emerge Manufacturing, a U.S,-based manufacturing company specializing in the production of personal protective equipment, is set to open its new Cincinnati facility Sept. 13. The new plant will provide approximately 100 jobs to the community over the next few years according to a news release from the company. The facility...

Emerge Manufacturing set to open Ohio PPE facility

Carrollton, TX

Trailer Empire

In a real estate play that rivals his prowess on the basketball court, former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal has swiftly sold his Texas mansion for $1.7 million, just a month after listing it. This rapid sale not only highlights O’Neal’s shrewdness in property investments but also signifies a significant profit from his original purchase.

Shaquille O’Neal Scores Big in Real Estate: Texas Mansion Sold in Just One Month for $1.7 Million

Salem, OH

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Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Princeton, NJ

Princeton (N.J.) University and Babson College in Babson Park, Mass., took the Nos. 1 and 2 spots, respectively, in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse ranking of U.S. colleges, released Sept. 5. The ranking rates the top 500 universities in the U.S. and was developed by WSJ in collaboration with College...

15 top US colleges: WSJ

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

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

The quality of a physician's onboarding experience can dictate whether or not they're satisfied with their new job, a recent report found. The report, published by the Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment, surveyed 1,550 physicians to identify onboarding activities and how it contributed to job satisfaction for physicians and other healthcare professionals.

A linchpin for physician satisfaction

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Where are they? Podcast

When you head out on a cruise, you’re most likely thinking about suntan lotions, umbrella cocktails, and endless buffets. You’re not likely to be thinking about disappearing without a trace.

Vanished At Sea: Mysterious Cruise Ship Disappearances

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CommonSpirit taps new regional CFO

Chicago-based CommonSpirit has named Tadd Richert as CFO of its mountain region. In...

CommonSpirit taps new regional CFO

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