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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Last Call: Register for Student Loan Marketplace Updates & Impact on Physician Recruitment Webinar Aug. 15

Register for the "Student Loan Marketplace Updates & Impact on Physician Recruitment" webinar set for 1 p.m. Aug. 15. The webinar focuses on providing student loan education and personalized advice for physicians regarding the latest developments in loan repayment and forgiveness strategies. Attendees will gain insights into Public...

August Is National Immunization Awareness Month

The focus of this month is to emphasize the significance of vaccination for individuals across all age groups. The CDC has a webpage dedicated to this immunization awareness. Included are resources for health care professionals, quizzes for adults and children and graphics to promote routine vaccination.

OMHAS Launches Ohio 988 Resources to Boost Suicide, Crisis Lifeline Awareness

The Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services unveiled a state-specific logo for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, aimed at increasing awareness of this vital helpline for Ohio residents in need of help. Alongside the logo, OhioMHAS provides comprehensive branding guidelines and marketing resources encouraging partner...

Register for Aug. 16 Sepsis Initiative Webcast on Pediatric Best Practices

Register for OHA's Sepsis Initiative monthly webcast at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 16. At the completion of this program, participants will describe strategies for improving sepsis care for pediatric patients using tools, resources and best practices. OHA's Clinical team hosts monthly educational opportunities for member hospitals...

AHA Community Health Assessment Toolkit Updated for Strategic Initiatives

The American Hospital Association Community Health Assessment Toolkit has been recently updated to reflect the evolving practices and approaches in community health improvement efforts. Presented in a new and interactive format, the nine-step guide empowers hospitals to conduct community health assessments in collaboration with their communities...

HHS Innovation Challenge Targets Human Trafficking Prevention

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services this week launched a national innovation challenge aimed at preventing human trafficking of women and girls. The first phase will recognize 20 programs with a $50,000 award each for their efforts in preventing human trafficking and improving related health outcomes. Additionally, eight programs...

Ohio Committed to Breastfeeding, First Steps for Healthy Babies Program

World Breastfeeding Week is an annual global campaign that takes place from Aug. 1-7. It aims to raise awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and advocate for essential maternity rights and workplace accommodations to support breastfeeding mothers.    The Ohio First Steps for Healthy Babies breastfeeding program is a joint...

Attend AHA 'Generative AI in Health Care' Webinar Aug. 9

Register for the American Hospital Association's “Generative AI in Health Care” webinar set for 1 p.m. on Aug. 9. This webinar, hosted by physician strategist Adam Brown, MD, and staffing industry expert Andrea Nelson, will explore the utilization of generative AI in health care. It aims to provide attendees with a...

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.