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AHA podcast: Addressing Rising Violence in Health Care — Insights on Collaborative Safety Strategies
In this new "Safety Speaks" conversation, Barbara Griffith, M.D., president of Duke Raleigh Hospital, discusses the successful steps the organization has taken to address the sharp rise in workplace violence, and how reducing violent incidents requires collaboration among multiple support agencies.
After noticing widespread loneliness among rural hospital staff, Margo Karsten, Banner Health Western Region president and AHA Policy Board member, was inspired to cultivate a culture of connection in the workplace.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Nov. 21 announced the allocation of 200 new Medicare-funded residency slots to more than 100 teaching hospitals.
The AHA and dozens of other organizations Nov. 20 urged House and Senate leaders to include bipartisan workforce legislation in the end-of-year spending package.
The AHA and 22 other organizations Nov. 22 urged (LINK) Congress to pass an end-of-year health care package that includes action on alternative payment models and a scheduled physician payment cut.
In this conversation, Joanne M. Conroy, M.D., CEO and president of Dartmouth Health and 2024 chair of the AHA Board of Trustees, shares how Dartmouth Health has implemented workforce solutions that can be successful anywhere.
A joint advisory released Nov. 20 by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and international partners warns of cybercriminal activity by the BianLian ransomware group.
The AHA Nov. 20 asked Congress to consider a series of actions to eliminate barriers to addiction treatment.
New analysis conducted by Dobson | DaVanzo released Nov. 21 by the Coalition to Strengthen America's Healthcare found that integration can provide more financial security and resources to rural hospitals, preserving patients' access to care.
The AHA has released its latest Forever Grateful social media toolkit with posts and graphics expressing support and appreciation for all health care workers. Hospitals and health systems are encouraged to use and customize these resources for posting on their social media platforms.