American Hospital Association Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on March 24, 2025 - 21:31 GMT

USDA, others to fund projects for potential bird flu vaccines, other treatments

The Department of Agriculture March 20 announced it will fund up to $100 million for projects exploring prevention, therapeutics, research and potential vaccines to treat bird flu. The agency is partnering with the Department of Health and Human Services, …

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Published on March 22, 2025 - 02:40 GMT

DEA, HHS delay implementation of buprenorphine final rule until Dec. 31

The Drug Enforcement Administration and Department of Health and Human Services yesterday announced that the effective date for the final rule regarding telemedicine prescribing of buprenorphine will be further delayed from March 21 to Dec. 31. The …

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Published on March 21, 2025 - 17:22 GMT

Helping Caregivers Tap AI’s Vast Capabilities to Advance Health

America’s hospitals and health systems are incubators of innovation, ideas and medical progress as they are constantly striving to improve patient care and advance health. Today, the advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform …

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Published on March 20, 2025 - 20:55 GMT

FDA alerts of risk with Calyxo aspiration systems

The Food and Drug Administration today issued an alert on a potentially high-risk issue with Calyxo CVAC Aspiration Systems. In patients who have thick fluid in their kidneys at the start of the procedure, the system can cause reduced fluid overflow, …

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Published on March 20, 2025 - 20:55 GMT

Study finds 90% of Medicaid managed care plans cover at least one AUD medication without priority and quantity limits

A JAMA Network Open study published March 13 found that 90% of Medicaid managed care plans cover at least one alcohol use disorder medication without prior authorization and quantity limits. It also noted that while Medicaid managed care plans are the …

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Published on March 20, 2025 - 20:55 GMT

EEOC, DOJ warn against unlawful DEI discrimination

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Department of Justice yesterday announced the release of two documents warning against unlawful discrimination related to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. A one-pager, “What To Do If You …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 22:56 GMT

CDC: U.S. birth rate fell 2% in 2023

The U.S. birth rate fell 2% in 2023 to about 3.6 million, according to final data released March 18 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The cesarean delivery rate increased 1% in 2023 to 32.3%. The preterm birth rate was 10.41%, essentially …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 22:56 GMT

Measles cases nationwide surpass 2024 total

There have been 301 confirmed cases of measles across the U.S. so far this year, surpassing the 2024 total of 285, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As of March 13, cases have been confirmed in 14 states, …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 01:15 GMT

New program seeks to improve mental health care access for health workers

A new initiative launched March 18 by the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation seeks to improve mental health care access for health care workers. The program, Health Workers Have The Right, Too, includes six actions for improving mental health care …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 01:15 GMT

Cyberthreat actors using ChatGPT exploit to attack health care, other industries

A ChatGPT vulnerability identified last year is being used by cyberthreat actors to attack security flaws in artificial intelligence systems, according to a March 12 report by Veriti, a cybersecurity firm. The National Institute of Standards and Technology …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 01:15 GMT

FDA says hemodialysis tube shortage expected to last until fall

The Food and Drug Administration March 14 released a notice on a nationwide shortage of hemodialysis tubes expected to last through early fall. On Jan. 8, B. Braun sent a letter to customers detailing an interruption to the production and supply of certain …

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Published on March 19, 2025 - 01:15 GMT

AHA comments on DEA proposed rule on special registrations for telemedicine prescribing

The AHA today commented on the Drug Enforcement Administration's proposed rule for special registrations for telemedicine prescribing of controlled substances. The proposal outlines three types of registration for providers to replace in-person visit …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 03:20 GMT

AHA podcast: Architecting Care — A Cancer Journey Intersects with a Breast Center’s Design

Sara Robinson, senior associate healthcare architect at McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture, and Jamie Feinour, vice president of operations at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center and president of Novant Health Charlotte Orthopedic Hospital, discuss …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 03:20 GMT

Survey: Positivity wanes to new low on Americans’ mental and physical health

Americans' assessments of their mental and physical health are the least positive they have been in the history of Gallup’s 24-year poll on the subject, with just 75% and 76% respectively rating their mental and physical health as “excellent” or “good …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 03:20 GMT

HHS files brief in 340B rebate model case

The Department of Health and Human Services said its decision to prevent drug companies from implementing a 340B rebate model “was within its statutory authority,” according to a department brief filed March 17 with the U.S. District Court for the District …

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Published on March 18, 2025 - 03:20 GMT

U.S. Attorney’s Office announces charges for LockBit ransomware developer

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey March 13 announced charges for Rostislav Panev, a dual Russian and Israeli national, for his alleged role as a developer of the LockBit ransomware group. Panev has been active with the group since …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 23:57 GMT

Application window opens for 2026 AHA Foster G. McGaw Prize

Health delivery organizations are encouraged to apply by 1 p.m. ET May 6 for the AHA’s 2026 Foster G. McGaw Prize, honoring organizations that demonstrate alignment between community health needs and co-designed programs. Honorees forge effective …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 23:57 GMT

Advisory warns of Medusa ransomware activity

A joint advisory released March 12 by the FBI, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center warns of activity by Medusa ransomware observed as recently as February. Medusa is a ransomware-as- …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 23:57 GMT

MedPAC report to Congress details FY 2026 recommendations

The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission March 13 released its March report to Congress that includes recommendations for hospital and other Medicare payment systems for fiscal year 2026. Among the recommendations, MedPAC urged Congress to update the base …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 23:57 GMT

Senate Finance Committee holds confirmation hearing for CMS administrator nominee Mehmet Oz

The Senate Finance Committee March 14 held a confirmation hearing on Mehmet Oz's nomination for administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Oz, a doctor and former television show host, indicated that some of his priorities in …

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