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A report from the Department of Veterans Affairs’ watchdog suggests a lack of police staffing compromises security. Some facilities also have inoperable cameras.

The two systems announced their plans to join forces in September. MercyOne is part of Trinity Health, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit systems.

At a forum hosted by Northwell Health, health leaders, advocacy groups, and elected officials said hospitals and health systems must take a greater role on this public health threat.

During a forum at Northwell Health, Vivek Murthy said healthcare leaders have a big role to play. He also urged them to help clinicians have conversations with patients.

Compared to last January, hospitals have rebounded financially, but they remain well below pre-pandemic levels, Kaufman Hall says. And they fell back in some areas compared to December.

Yes, nurses are seeking better compensation, but nurses are more concerned about staffing levels and a safe environment, says Anne Dabrow Woods of Wolters Kluwer.

A group of Democratic and Republican senators are asking the Biden administration to extend a policy that helps rural hospitals retain staff in areas with low wages.

In other news, SelectHealth names a new chief executive, Jefferson hires a chief financial officer, and others take new leadership roles.

Health systems say the proposal would upend the industry. The Federal Trade Commission says ending such pacts would enable Americans to earn more.

Mohamed Kamara created InovCares, a virtual care company to connect women with doctors who can aid them through pregnancy and afterwards.

CMS officials say more hospitals are complying with federal transparency regulations. But the agency may take a tougher stance on those that aren’t disclosing prices.

More Americans are opting for the home instead of nursing homes or other long-term care facilities. Lissy Hu of WellSky talks about the need to ensure patients get what they need.

The online retailer says annual subscriptions to the primary care organization will cost $144, or $12 per month. Regulators won’t sue to block the deal but say their investigation continues.

In the second part of a conversation with Chief Healthcare Executive, Allen talks about closing gaps in healthcare in cities and some very remote areas.

Most board members work in finance or some other business, a recent study finds. Less than 1% of board members are nurses.

Allen, who took the post in December, talks with Chief Healthcare Executive about his hopes of sustaining the workforce, the greater need for partnerships, and value-based care.

We have ongoing workforce challenges, inflation, and supply chain issues that may cause even more economic stress, and the challenge is even more significant for rural facilities.

The Federal Trade Commission was investigating the planned merger, saying it would raise prices and reduce services for patients.

The Alice Walton School of Medicine names a founding dean, Vanderbilt University Medical Center names a chief medical officer, and others take new roles.

The senator checked into Walter Reed for treatment. Supporters praised him for disclosing what is often a private battle and said it may spur others to seek treatment.

The health system is teaming with the NBA’s Detroit Pistons and Michigan State University on the project. It includes a new hospital building and a medical research facility.

Health Gorilla’s Steven Lane talks about the growing support for sharing information, the obstacles ahead, and why interoperability can lead to greater health equity.

Women doctors and younger physicians say they are more likely to feel as if they don’t deserve their position.

The number of breaches dipped in the second half of the year, but the number of people affected rose sharply, according to a new report.

The Department of Health & Human Services proposed a rule that would require facilities to disclose ownership by private equity. Advocates for nursing homes say the issue distracts from the need for more funding.