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TORRANCE, PA — The Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh announced a new clinical training partnership between the Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) and Torrance State Hospital …
Transforming Rural Health Care: IUP Partners with Torrance State Hospital to Train Future Physicians Read More
AVONDALE, PA — The Iris AirShuttle™, an innovative patient transfer platform developed by CQ Medical, has made waves in the healthcare community following its recent feature at the Women in Innovation …
Iris AirShuttle Recognized as a Game-Changer in Healthcare at Innovation Showcase Read More
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA — ECRI has unveiled new solutions focused on Total Systems Safety (TSS) and Human Factors Engineering (HFE) to reduce errors, improve patient outcomes, and support healthcare provider well-being.
ECRI Expands Safety Solutions to Enhance Patient Care and Staff Well-Being Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the National Action Alliance for Patient and Workforce Safety (NAA), has unveiled the National Healthcare Safety Dashboard, a …
HHS Launches National Healthcare Safety Dashboard to Advance Patient and Workforce Safety Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has unveiled a new Global Strategy aimed at addressing foundational health challenges and preparing for future global health crises. …
HHS Launches Comprehensive Global Strategy to Strengthen Health Equity and International Collaboration Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a strategic move aimed at enhancing access to critical mental health and substance use disorder services, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has revealed plans …
Pennsylvania DHS Announces Rate Increase to Bolster Behavioral Health Services for Medicaid Recipients Read More
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA — The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy recently gathered healthcare leaders and Biden-Harris Administration officials for a significant Healthcare Safety Forum. Marcus Schabacker, MD, PhD, …
White House Forum Highlights Healthcare Safety Efforts Led by ECRI Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has announced nearly $100 million in funding to bolster the nation’s health workforce. This initiative is a part of the …
HRSA Commits Nearly $100 Million to Boost Health Workforce in Underserved Areas Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has notified healthcare providers about a significant disruption in the supply of BD BACTEC blood culture media bottles, a crucial tool …
FDA Warns Healthcare Providers of Blood Culture Media Bottle Shortage Read More