Rochel Kitajima, Maui Health RN, Community Volunteer. PC: Maui Health Maui Health launched its Keep It Kind pledge as part of the National Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness Month in April, raising awareness about the rise in workplace violence cases in healthcare. This pledge encourages patients, families and community members to commit to promoting a culture of kindness and respect for healthcare workers, thereby creating a safer environment for those who devote their lives to caring for others. A 2018 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics report shows that health workers experience five times more workplace violence than workers in other industries,…
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The future of healthcareAlvin W. Graylin using GPT-4O Artificial intelligence is set to revolutionize healthcare and change the way clinical work is done in the US and abroad. While countries implement these systems in their own way, many utilize AI for all kinds of benefits, such as addressing lack of clinical work, improving diagnosis, and dealing with chronic diseases in groups. So let's talk about some of these results. One of the first things to realize is that today's implementation of AI healthcare proves that this technology is not just about making beautiful photos or writing artificial poems. Some of…
Welcome to HCPFIVE, your go-to roundup for the latest healthcare news and breakthroughs is specifically curated for busy health professionals.Each week, we highlight five important developments or headlines from healthcare that you need to know. Whether it's cutting edge treatment, regulatory updates, or innovations that will shape the future of medicine. This week's top story focused on the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will focus on nephrology and ophthalmology, including a priority review of the Pegcetaco Plan for Rare Kidney Disease. Sozinibelpus in angiogenesis (wet) age-related macular degeneration (AMD).Using HCPFIVE gives you important points to provide information and stay…
Maine's healthcare delivery system is “incredibly vulnerable” a few years after Covid. PORTLAND, Maine – Dr. Andy Mueller came to Maine during the Covid-19 pandemic to lead Main Health. As president and CEO, Mueller brings a direct background in patient care to Maine's largest healthcare providers. “I think one of the things that really matters to recognize is that Maine's healthcare delivery system is currently extremely vulnerable,” Mueller told News Center Maine in a recent interview. “We maintain our noses above the water, which is not what most of the other health systems in the state are now,” Mueller continued.…
Chicago, April 4, 2025 /prnewswire/ – At a historic moment, blackdoctor.org (BDO) introduces the first class to the first TBH Hall of Fame, BDOS's best distinction. This milestone was announced on the 10th anniversary of the Top Blacks at the Healthcare Awards Ceremony, and honored those who made groundbreaking contributions and influenced the lives of future generations. Selected through a rigorous and thoughtful process, enrollees demonstrate their unwavering dedication to life improvement and salvation. Their innovation, leadership and advocacy have changed the lives of millions of Black Americans. A key partner of healthcare professionals, BDO prepares an unforgettable experience at…
We all know about healthcare issues in America. It's too expensive, there's gaps in insurance coverage, the healthcare market is uncompetitive, provider payments are often unclear, prices are unclear, bureaucracy is transformed, citizens face absurd barriers to planning and provider personal choices. These problems scream for solutions. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) recently revised his era therapy remedies for our illness: the government-run “single payer” system of national health insurance. What is his reason for adopting such a system? The US spends $4.9 trillion on healthcare, more than any other country in the world. However, our medical outcomes in certain areas,…
The healthcare software landscape According to an industry forecast by Meticulous Research , the healthcare IT market is expected to grow at 13.8% CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) to 2027, to reach a value of $511 billion. However, as the report was published before the coronavirus outbreak, these numbers could potentially be even higher, with healthcare apps becoming more and more popular during the pandemic. The healthcare ecosystem is evolving with the integration of various software solutions designed to serve individuals, groups, and enterprises. In the following article, we’re going to guide you through the top 13 types of healthcare…
NHS organisations have been urged to ensure their job descriptions for nursing and midwifery staff are updated, before new national job profiles are published in June. The NHS Staff Council’s job evaluation group (JEG) today announced that it was nearing the completion of its review of the national job matching profiles for nursing and midwifery. “It is vital that job descriptions are kept up to date and properly reflect the actual nursing role employees undertake” Royal College of Nursing spokesperson It said it anticipated that the updated profiles, alongside technical guidance setting out the changes, would be published the week…
According to a judge who oversees cases involving the facility, Boston nursing homes are located on receiving vessels and closely monitored by state officials, could face a $5 million deficit by the end of the year. Review of court financial documents, Superior Court Judge Christopher Berezos said the future viability of the Benjamin Health Care Center, a non-profit long-term care facility located near Mission Hill, Boston, needs to be determined immediately. A year ago, another judge placed it on a “temporary” receiving vessel as a way to avoid the closure of the historic facility. Founded in 1927, Benjamin mainly serves…
Two NHS mental health trusts in London are set to merge by next year. North London NHS Foundation Trust, which was formed last year by combining two other trusts, is now acquiring Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust. “No decisions have been taken at this stage” Trust spokesperson A joint statement by the two organisations on 1 April confirmed that North London would be “exploring” a merger by acquisition of the other trust. “The transaction will significantly enhance and strengthen children and adult mental health services in London,” the statement said. “We hope this transaction will also end uncertainty and…