Ohio Hospital Newswire

Ohio Hospital Newswire is published weekly for employees of member hospitals, media and community stakeholders interested in the hospital community in Ohio. 

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White House Unveils ARPA-H Initiative

The White House's cancer-focused initiatives are achieving notable progress, with the launch of a groundbreaking Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) program under the Unity Agenda. This initiative is dedicated to advancing precision surgical technologies for cancer tumor removal, promising improved health outcomes. Moreover...

Apply for AHA’s Quest for Quality Prize by Sept. 29

The 2024 AHA Quest for Quality Prize invites hospitals and health systems to showcase their commitment to quality improvement and innovation in patient care. Recognizing national quality leaders, the prize seeks applicants who provide exceptional patient-centered care, collaborate with community organizations and develop innovative care models...

Aug. 29 Webinar to Discuss Strategies to Navigate the Nursing Workforce

The American Hospital Association is hosting a webinar at 1 p.m. Aug. 29 to access innovative strategies to expand workforce capacity while sustaining a culture of excellence. The webinar will feature a panel of health care leaders discussing the factors influencing how nurses feel about their roles and their future in health care. OHA member...

August is National Eye Exam Month

This month highlights the importance of regular eye exams for maintaining strong vision and detecting eye diseases early. Comprehensive dilated eye exams are crucial to catch conditions like cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and macular degeneration in their early stages. Taking care of your vision through regular exams, protective...

AHA Releases Infographic in Support of Maternal Mental Health

The American Hospital Association has recently released an infographic outlining ways in which hospitals can provide valuable support for maternal mental health. The infographic emphasizes that a substantial portion of pregnant women grappling with depression do not receive the necessary treatment. The infographic includes statistical insights...

New Program Alleviates Vaccine Access Barriers for Uninsured, Underinsured

The CDC is set to introduce the "Bridge Access Program" in fall 2023 to offer free COVID-19 vaccines to uninsured and underinsured adults. This initiative aims to address the lack of access and availability of vaccines for millions of individuals without insurance coverage. The program will work in partnership with state and local...

DEA Hosts Listening Sessions on Telemedicine Prescribing of Controlled Substances

The Drug Enforcement Administration will hold public listening sessions Sept. 12-13 to gather feedback on whether to allow telemedicine prescribing of certain controlled substances without in-person medical evaluations and how to prevent their diversion. The DEA previously extended telehealth prescribing flexibilities for controlled...

340B Midwest Regional Conference & Expo Set for Sept. 11-12

Join the Ohio Pharmacist Association for its 340B Midwest Regional Conference & Expo, Sept. 11-12, at the Hilton Columbus at Easton. Pharmacists, other health care professionals, health-system and health center executives, health care leaders, as well as federal, state, and local government officials are invited to learn, interact, network...

Join a Professional Society for Fall Continuing Education Options

Professional societies for nursing leadership, health care law, risk management and health facilities management are holding fall statewide conferences. Each conference offers continuing education credits and professional networking options. Read more about each society here.