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Despite some revenue growth, many hospitals are likely to finish the year in negative territory, Kaufman Hall said in its latest report.

Typically, women earn 80 cents for every dollar earned by men. Closing the disparity in pay would improve health outcomes in women, advocates say.

Federal programs that provide critical aid to rural hospitals were set to expire at the end of September. Lawmakers approved a provision in the short-term spending bill to sustain funding into December.

MyMichigan Health hires its new chief executive, Blue Cross Blue Shield selects a new lobbying leader, and other leaders take new roles.

Lee Health has transferred hundreds of patients because there’s no running water. Patients are being moved out to facilities outside of Lee County, which sustained heavy damage.

A judge has directed the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to halt cuts to the drug program for 2022. Hospitals have battled the government over the program for years.

Cancer patients are at higher risk of contracting the virus. A new study led by the American Cancer Society sheds light on cancer and COVID-19.

An HCA Healthcare hospital closed and transferred patients after losing a layer of roofing in high winds. Hospitals and nursing homes across Florida evacuated patients.

The Massachusetts Health Policy Commission reached an agreement with Mass General Brigham on a plan to reduce spending. The state agency wants more authority to control hospital costs, including financial penalties.

The president hosted a conference on nutrition and health. Some health groups are investing money and resources to expand access to food and training to physicians.

Hospitals and health systems have postponed surgeries and closed some facilities as the powerful storm approached.

A panel of physicians and leaders in the field expressed enthusiasm for AI’s possible benefits for patients. They also said solutions must be designed with health equity in mind.

The Health and Human Services Department said it is acting to help the public learn more about the ownership of 15,000 nursing homes.

Health groups say requests for authorization are delaying patient care and adding stress to overworked staff. Advocates say a bill to revamp the process for Medicare Advantage plans would help millions.

The new facility will offer medical, surgical and radiation oncology. Other features include a fitness center, along with yoga, art therapy and reiki.

Keck Medicine of USC hires its first diversity officer, GHX will see new leadership in the new year, and Premier Health hires its first chief clinical officer.

The American College of Emergency Physicians reports a sharp increase in attacks. Doctors say assaults have spiked in the pandemic and want hospitals and government leaders to take action.

A panel of physicians said it’s not about building more resilience. Health organizations need to offer resources and reduce burdens that are taxing their physicians.

More than half of all practices said they’d consider reducing staff or accepting fewer Medicare patients. Hospitals are also dreading the prospect of cuts.

House members have introduced a bill to protect victims from getting unexpected bills when they go to emergency departments. A study found charges averaged over $3,500.

Most said they are directing some resources to climate change. The health industry has faced growing scrutiny over its environmental impact.

The system said it will dramatically expand its campus in Camden, New Jersey. Leaders also hailed it as a sign of the city’s turnaround after decades of struggle.

In an interview with '60 Minutes', the president said the pandemic is over, but much work remains. Physicians rejected the assessment and noted hundreds are dying each day.

More than 370 companies, hospitals and healthcare organizations are urging Congress to extend waivers for virtual care.

About 15,000 nurses engaged in a three-day strike last week. Talks are slated to resume this week, but the nurses’ union and hospitals remain apart on key issues.

She will be the first director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, which is tasked with finding innovative ways to defeat cancer.

Trinity Health Of New England selects a chief executive, a Texas health system names a new president in a history-making appointment, and others take new roles.

It looks to be the worst financial year for hospitals since the pandemic began, according to a new report released by the American Hospital Association.

The Office of Inspector General said that some veterans’ medical centers must communicate more about transfers between VA facilities. Some missteps could have affected patient safety, the OIG said.

The House passed a bill to streamline authorization requirements in Medicare Advantage plans. The measure now moves to the Senate.