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After private-equity firms acquire hospitals, the facilities’ assets and resources diminish significantly, leaving the facilities less equipped to care for patients, according to a new study by physician researchers at the University of California at San Francisco, Harvard Medical School and the City University of New York’s Hunter College.

After private equity takes over hospitals, they are less able to care for patients, say top medical researchers

Oakland, CA

A former Kaiser Permanente employee inappropriately accessed the health system's EHR and may have viewed medical information and photos. The Oakland, Calif.-based health system said it determined during a May compliance review that the staffer accessed patients' medical records outside of the person's job function, according to a July 15 notice. The individual's access to the system was cut off, and the person no longer works for the health system.

Kaiser Permanente staffer inappropriately accessed patient records, photos

Amazon is focusing on generative AI as part of its push into healthcare. One Medical, Amazon's hybrid primary care company, automates nonclinical tasks with AI, while Amazon Pharmacy deploys the technology for predictive and batching decisions to deliver medications quicker, the company said July 31. "The administrative burden in healthcare...

Amazon's generative AI healthcare push

Health systems have a big challenge: rising costs and reimbursement that doesn't keep up with inflation. The amount spent on healthcare annually continues to rise while outcomes aren't meaningfully better. Some people outside of the industry wonder: Why doesn't healthcare just act more like other businesses?. "There seems to be...

The hospital finance misconception plaguing C-suites

Epic Systems announced July 31 that individuals can now securely share their health data with apps of their choice, CNBC reported. For example, patients using a health coaching or medication reminder app can import their health records directly into these platforms by using their Epic login credentials. When patients enter...

Epic rolls out patient-driven health data sharing

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), announced more than $200 million to support 42 programs across the country aimed at improving care for older Americans, including those experiencing Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. HRSA’s Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program...

Over $200 Million to Improve Care for Older Adults

Cigna is planning to vigorously defend its pharmacy benefit manager from scrutiny. On an Aug. 1 call with investors, Cigna Group CEO David Cordani said the company will be more aggressive in communicating the value of its PBM to lawmakers, customers and the public. "We challenge ourselves to be much...

Cigna prepares 'aggressive' defense of PBMs

A grand jury in Kansas City has indicted Rim Jong Hyok, a North Korean intelligence operative who allegedly used ransomware to attack health providers' systems in the US, according to AP News. The State Department said Rim is part of a group called Andariel that's controlled by the North Korean intelligence agency, the Reconnaissance General Bureau. Rim is not in the US government's custody. The agency is now offering a $10 million reward for information that would lead to his location or the location of a foreign operative who "engages in certain malicious cyber activities against US critical infrastructure."

North Korean who used ransomware to attack US healthcare providers has been indicted

UnitedHealthcare has completely revamped its provider search experience for millions of members, infusing new features that leverage claims and pricing data, along with AI-powered tools that provide more accurate results. "The company went through a transformation in the way that it operated and started thinking more about the end-to-end consumer...

Inside UnitedHealthcare's provider search revamp

Charles Darwin’s principle that survival hinges on adaptability rather than strength is more relevant than ever for senior living leaders. The industry sits at a critical juncture, with a rapidly expanding customer base and an often outdated image that no longer resonates with today’s active seniors. Technological advancements...

It’s Time for The Senior Living Industry to Adapt to a Changing Generation

Virginia State

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Cheryl E Preston

Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

Business Insider

Supreet Kaur said that companies' expectations around the experience needed to land an AI job changed in the last two years.

She interviewed for 15 AI roles before landing a Microsoft offer. It made her realize how the job market has changed.

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

New York City, NY

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

North Carolina State

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Town Talks

North Carolina’s beloved Biscuitville has once again been recognized as one of the best regional fast food chains in the United States. In USA Today's annual 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Biscuitville ranked second overall and was also named the No. 1 best fast food breakfast spot in the country.

North Carolina is home to one of the best regional fast food chains in America

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Austin, TX

The Next-Generation Microelectronics Manufacturing program, known as NGMM, aims to unlock accessible prototyping for the chips of tomorrow with a new agreement to establish the first-ever national center for advancing U.S.-based microelectronics manufacturing. DARPA will work with the University of Texas at Austin and its existing Texas Institute for Electronics...

DARPA Establishing National Center for Advancing U.S.-Based Microelectronics Manufacturing

California State

San Diego, CA

Ze’ev Ronai, PhD, is stepping down as director of San Diego, Calif.-based Sanford Burnham Prebys on Aug. 1. Cosimo Commisso, PhD, deputy director at Sanford, will act as interim director until a replacement is found. Dr. Ronai joined Sanfrod in 2004 as a professor. He was named director of...

California cancer center director steps down

Alameda, CA

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The unthinkable has happened. Again. A gunman has taken multiple lives. The difference this time? It happened here, in Alameda. We are an island, both physically and psychologically. I spend a lot of time explaining to people that our focus is Alameda, and Alameda alone, so our coverage doesn’t usually include stories as horrific as this one.

It Happened Again. Here.

Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts has announced a heartwarming and adorable event that will both raise money for the local animal shelter while also socializing a few of their tiniest furry friends. The local animal shelter explains, "We need help socializing 12 adorable kittens! Your job would be to hang out with them, play with them and pet them!"

Local Animal Shelter Announces Adorable "Play With Kittens" Event

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The case against AI chiefs for health systems

Health systems across the U.S. are incorporating artificial intelligence into clinical and administrative operations. Some health systems have created new C-suite roles to oversee AI strategy...

The case against AI chiefs for health systems

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