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Gates Foundation Opening Singapore Office To Deepen Southeast Asia Partnerships

Forbes Healthcare

Supported by Singapores Economic Development Board, the establishment of the office in the city state will help accelerate the progress towards achieving Sustainable Development Goals, the foundation said in a statement.

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Glen Tullman, Transcarent

The Healthcare Blog

A couple of weeks back Transcarent completed its $630m acquisition of Accolade. But CEO Glen Tullman calls it a merger for a reason because Accolade brings people, products and clients that Transcarent didn’t have. Glen got in deep about Transcarent’s new product set in terms of its AI fueled navigation, primary care, weight management, cancer care and partnerships.

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Overcoming interoperability complexity to achieve higher quality, safer care

Medical Economics

Learn how enhanced interoperability in EHR systems transforms patient care, reduces costs, and improves outcomes across health care settings.

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Mind the gap: How lab partners can help Part C plans adapt to Medicare Star Rating changes

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

A 1-star boost in Medicare ratings can add up to $16.2M in revenue and 8–12% enrollment growth.

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FDA’s Conditional Approval Plan Would Unleash Biotech Innovation

Forbes Healthcare

In a move that could dramatically reshape the landscape for rare disease treatments, FDA Commissioner Marty Makary announced plans for conditional approval pathways

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Near Miss Reporting Software in Healthcare: A Critical Safety Tool

Performance Health

Near miss reporting software has become an indispensable tool in healthcare, where the complexity of modern medicine makes errors and near misses almost inevitable. What sets high-performing hospitals, clinics, and other types of organizations apart is how they respond to these eventsespecially the ones that almost happened.

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5 strategic priorities to unlock digital transformation in healthcare

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

Explore 5 digital priorities shaping healthcare digital strategy, from data integration to AI use.

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Healthcare’s Innovation Problem: We’re Rebranding The Past And Calling It Progress

Forbes Healthcare

In healthcare, whats often hailed as groundbreaking is, in reality, a repackaging of ideas weve seen before.

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Explore Fast-Track Careers in Healthcare

Serenity Nurse Aide Academy

If you’re looking to start a rewarding career in healthcare, medical training programs in Charlotte, North Carolina , are an excellent option. These programs provide a practical, hands-on education that prepares you to enter the workforce quickly. Whether you’re interested in direct patient care or supporting healthcare teams, Charlotte offers diverse programs that cater to different career paths in healthcare.

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The decline of solo primary care

Medical Economics

Medicare data shows a shift toward larger, multispecialty and hospital-affiliated practices.

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How to build financial resilience in healthcare

Healthcare Dive - Practice Management

How leaders can navigate the ever-shifting landscape of healthcare to set their organizations up for success.

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Next-Gen Sealant Speeds Recovery After Retinal Surgery, Study Finds

Forbes Healthcare

New technology may help patients ses sooner after retinal surgery. This technology uses a biodegradable sealant to reattach the retina after retinal detachment.

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League Connect Digital Summit is WEDNESDAY

The Healthcare Blog

Its Matthew Holt and I am looking forward to MC-ing the #LeagueConnectDigitalSummit THIS Wednesday May 7. This one-day virtual event brings together leaders across health care, tech, and consumer experience to explore what it really takes to deliver personalized, digital-first, AI-powered care. Ill be guiding the days key transitions and themes. There’s also strategy & implementation tracks with the likes of Google , Highmark Health , Accenture , Amwell , Deloitte , SCAN, Gainwell Tech

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HeartBeam CEO Robert Eno joins company’s board as commercialization nears

Medical Economics

HeartBeam's innovative 3D ECG technology revolutionizes cardiac monitoring, enhancing remote patient care and enabling timely interventions for heart conditions.

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When Nursing is Not Your Passion

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN For several years, nurse leaders have told me that many new graduates are entering nursing but seem to lack the calling and purpose to do the work. With the economy in turbulence and AI on the rise, nursing seems to be a safer career choice for employability […] The post When Nursing is Not Your Passion appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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Bread Recall After ‘Glass Fragments Found’ Affects 6 States, FDA Says

Forbes Healthcare

Upper Crust Crest Hill Bakery is voluntarily recalling over 800 cases of its bread after glass fragments were found, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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The hidden impact of denials on health care systems

KevinMD.com

Hospitals are facing unprecedented financial pressures, with staffing shortages and shrinking margins. Revenue cycle teams are stretched thin, and hospital leaders and health care professionals must continue to find ways to reduce costs and improve financial health. One often overlooked opportunity to improve financial stability is denials management, which includes prevention strategies.

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Pan-seared miso black cod with fresh fennel, broad beans, and seafood broth

Medical Economics

For seafood gourmands, Chef Dr. Mike shares a dish both subtle and versatile.

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy vs Traditional Addiction Counseling

Intercoast

Key Takeaways Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on modifying thought patterns to assist in addiction recovery. Traditional addiction counseling emphasizes emotional exploration and personal history for gradual healing. Client engagement is crucial for effective outcomes in both CBT and traditional counseling methods. Tailored treatment plans consider individual needs to enhance the recovery journey.

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‘Ozempic Mouth,’ ‘Feet’ Are Latest Names For GLP-1 Med Side Effects

Forbes Healthcare

You may have heard of "Ozempic face" and "Ozempic butt." Well, now there's "Ozempic mouth" and "Ozempic feet" to describe more effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists.

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Denial prevention strategies to boost revenue and improve the patient experience

Health Prime

Rising denial rates continue to be one of the biggest pain points for provider groups and the problem does not appear to be slowing down any time soon. In fact, according to a recent claims survey , providers said their denial rates rose by a whopping 31% between 2022 and 2024. This challenge is affecting every part of provider group operations, leading to revenue losses, higher administrative expenses, delayed cash flow, and possible negative effects on the patient experience.

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The true age of your heart; Louisiana NP convicted in $2M Medicare fraud scheme; men face higher risk of 3 common diseases, but they’re less likely to seek care – Morning Medical Update

Medical Economics

The top news stories in medicine today.

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Spa Therapies: What Every Aspiring Massage Therapist Should Know

Northwest Career College

Most people think massage therapy is only about relaxation, but theres more to that. Aspiring massage therapists must know about spa therapies to please clients and grow professionally. Without knowledge, its easy to get lost in the many treatments and techniques available. From aromatherapy to hot stone massage, possessing the right skills can make you stand out in this growing profession.

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Should You Get A Measles Vaccine Booster? Here Are The Considerations

Forbes Healthcare

Updated: March 28, 2025] These days, most people are vaccinated against measles, a highly contagious, life-threatening respiratory virus, when they are children.

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Best of the Best: Why More Employers Choose to Hire CMAs (AAMA)

CMA (AAMA) In Sight

CMAs (AAMA) are highly valued health care professionals due to their education, versatility, and commitment to patient care. For these reasonsand many othersemployers of allied health professionals may prefer or require that the medical assistants they hire have the CMA (AAMA) credential.

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Untangling practice challenges: Beyond the basics

Medical Economics

Occurrence, claims-made and tail insurance explained.

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Welcome to the (U.S. Science) Apocalypse

The Healthcare Blog

By KIM BELLARD Im starting to feel like Im beating a dead horse, having already written a couple times recently about the Trump Administrations attacks on science, but the hits just keep on coming. Last Friday, for example, not only did the Administrations proposed 2026 budget slash National Science Foundation (NSF) funding by over 50%, but Nature reported that the NSF was ceasing not only making new grants but also paying out on existing grants.

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Cutbacks Hurt Our Military Health System. Is The VA Next?

Forbes Healthcare

To enable a huge cut in manpower, the VA plans to outsource more care to the private sector. When our military did this, costs increased and readiness declined.

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Defining the Risk of Oral Tobacco Products

Sensible Medicine

We have had a few articles about non-combustible tobacco products. I’ll attribute this to interesting submissions and the possibility that these products represent a sensible alternative to a once widely used lethal product. Whether we are talking about vapes, dip, chew, or snus, these products are an interesting health challenge. Better than cigarettes, but probably worse than nothing.

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Untangling practice challenges: Rowing together

Medical Economics

How to rally your team to achieve practice goals.

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An Expert’s Take On The Crisis Narrative Within College Mental Health

Forbes Healthcare

Many have described the state of college mental health as being in a crisis. Dr. Ben Locke discusses how this narrative developed and ways that schools can respond.

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