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Brookline Bar Ordered Closed Over Health Code Violations

Egghead's Saloon cited for issues including malfunctioning wastewater disposal and evidence of smoking in food prep areas.

Baxter Joins National Infusion Collaborative to Advance Safety

The medtech leader will contribute expertise in connected infusion systems and digital solutions.

UHS Expands AI Adoption in Revenue Cycle Operations

The for-profit health system is deploying AI to improve documentation, streamline claims appeals, and support post-discharge care.

Allegheny Health Network Appoints New Chief Nurse Executive

Dr. Ashley M. Carlucci brings extensive experience in advancing nursing excellence and workforce innovation.

Juniata College Plans Rural Health Collaborative in Huntingdon County

The college was awarded a federal grant to strategically plan the new network to address declining healthcare access in the region.

Preceptors Crucial for Nurse Recruiting and Retention, Says CNO

UPMC executive highlights the outsized influence of preceptors in developing relationships with new nurses

Bringing Nature Indoors: UPMC Shadyside's Biophilic Art Installation

The 'Bower' sculpture exemplifies a growing trend of integrating natural elements into healthcare and workplace design.

Longevity Health (XAGE) and Its Rivals Compared

A head-to-head review of Longevity Health and its competitors in the health industry

Study Links Nurse Understaffing to Higher Risk of Death, Readmissions

Recommendations do not go far enough in calling for policy action, experts say

Claytor Noone Plastic Surgery Introduces Sofwave for Non-Invasive Skin Tightening

The FDA-cleared Sofwave technology provides an advanced non-surgical option for skin rejuvenation.

Patients Seek Subtle, Undetectable Cosmetic Enhancements

A shift towards natural-looking results is underway in the world of cosmetic injectables.

Nurse-Firefighter Leaps Into Action During Lehigh Valley Hospital Blaze

David Spalding, a registered nurse and volunteer firefighter, rushed to help battle a fire that broke out at LVH-Dickson City earlier this month.

Telehealth Costs 5 Times Less Than Office Visits, Penn Medicine Study Finds

Researchers analyzed over 160,000 virtual and in-person visits for 10 common conditions, including COVID-19 and anxiety.

23 Recent CMO and CNO Appointments Announced

Dozens of hospitals and health systems have appointed new clinical executives over the past month.

Pittsburgh EMT Calls for Napping on the Job to Combat Fatigue

After a 32-hour shift, a paramedic realized EMTs should be allowed to nap during long hours to improve safety and health.

Geisinger Settles Disability Discrimination Lawsuit for $450K

The health system will pay the settlement and submit reports to the EEOC about terminated employees who took leave.

St. Mary Medical Center Nurses Ratify New 3-Year Agreement

The new contract includes significant pay raises and improved staffing language.

Scholars Network Rethinks Clinical Recruitment and Retention

Innovative program helps universities grow enrollment and health systems build reliable talent pipelines

Penn State Health CEO Continues Practicing Medicine

Dr. Michael Kupferman maintains clinical duties while leading health system through Epic integration and medical group unification.

UPMC Cole to Build Landmark Solar Farm

The hospital's new 5.5-megawatt solar project will meet nearly all of its electricity needs and set a new standard for sustainability in rural health care.

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