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The In-Demand Jobs Survey is now open for Ohio businesses to provide feedback on the state's Top Jobs List, which influences workforce training priorities and federal funding allocation. Employers can access the survey at TopJobs.Ohio.gov/Survey. This survey aims to collect valuable insights from Ohio businesses, helping align...
The Ohio Society for Health Care Facilities Management's Eagle Award recognizes a facility manager or staff member who has demonstrated outstanding performance, leadership, unique service or significant contributions in energy efficiency, health care facilities management, plant engineering, design/construction, security, safety, clinical...
The AHA has released its latest social media toolkit aimed at promoting COVID-19 vaccination efforts. This updated toolkit provides hospitals with a range of messages and assets centered around key themes such as maternal health, the back-to-school season, and the autumn period. Hospitals can utilize these resources to encourage vaccination...
Ohio's TechCred program offers employers, including hospitals, up to $2,000 in reimbursement for every technology-focused credential earned by an employee, up to $30,000 per employer per application period. The current TechCred application period opened Wednesday and will close on Sept. 29.Through TechCred, businesses can prepare their...
The deadline for hospitals to submit applications for the Ohio First Steps for Healthy Babies program is Oct. 1. The program, a collaboration between the Ohio Hospital Association and the Ohio Department of Health, recognizes maternity centers in Ohio for taking steps to promote, protect and support breastfeeding in their organization...
Starting in this month Narcan will be available over the counter, making it the first naloxone product approved for nonprescription sales. The over-the-counter Narcan nasal spray, manufactured by Emergent BioSolutions, will cost about $45 for two doses, with a reduced price of $41 for public interest groups. Major pharmacy chains like Walgreens,...
Join OHA for the Sepsis Monthly Webcast Sept. 21 at 11:30 a.m. This month's webcast will center around patient and family engagement, public awareness and hospital PFAC work, all related to sepsis. The session will feature Armando Nahum, Co-Founder and President of Safe Care Campaign, an organization dedicated on Infection Prevention. Learn...
Baby Safety Month, sponsored by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association aims to educate parents and caregivers about the safe selection and use of juvenile products. This year's focus is on encouraging safety ambassadors and promoting the importance of keeping babies safe and healthy. The campaign provides essential guidelines and...
The 2023 Sustainability Conference, hosted by Ohio EPA from Sept. 19-21, offers a unique platform for showcasing sustainability endeavors across diverse sectors, including businesses, communities, academic institutions and sustainability-focused organizations. Attendees will have the opportunity to gain valuable insights from sustainability...