American Hospital Association (AHA)

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Cardiology societies should develop separate guidelines for treating female heart patients
Janet Wei, MD, examined the key differences between men and women when it comes to cardiovascular disease. These differences, she said, highlight why female patients need their very own treatment guidelines.
The lack of diversity in cardiac surgery trials may be harmful to patients
Mario Gaudino, MD, PhD, told Cardiovascular Business there is a major need for more women and minorities in today's clinical trials.
Original Banksy artwork headed to auction—proceeds will help fund heart research
The piece in question, which features a red heart-shaped balloon, has an unusual origin story, even by Banksy’s standards.
Most heart failure patients miss out on guideline-recommended palliative care
Palliative care is a recommended part of heart failure management in the U.S., but consultation rates remain low. The trend appears to impact Black patients more than other races and ethnicities.
Drug shortages jeopardize patient access to quality hospital care
American Hospital Association Director of Health Policy and Analytics Bharath Krishnamurthy explains how drug shortages and supply chain issues are negatively impacting U.S. healthcare.

UnitedHealth, Change Healthcare extend merger agreement, adding $650M breakup fee if DOJ suit prevails

The two companies said the agreement reflects their commitment to combining and desire to fight the Department of Justice's "meritless legal challenge to this merger."

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AHA asks Congress to provide more COVID-19 funds

The American Hospital Association (AHA) has asked Congress to provide more financial relief as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

Two of the top stories this month was Forbes' list of leading U.S. hospitals, and the release of the 2022 Best in KLAS vendors health IT vendors to work with.

The top 20 Health Executive stories for February 2022

These were the most popular stories on Health Exec in February 2022.

The American Hospital Association (AMA) is warning healthcare systems the Russians may attempt cyber attacks amid rising tensions of the war in Ukraine and the international community's response. #Ukraine #warinukraine #ukrainewar

U.S. government, American Hospital Association warn of potential Russian cyber attacks

The American Hospital Association (AHA) is warning U.S. hospitals about possible cyber attacks from Russia on U.S. healthcare IT systems due to rising tensions over the war in Ukraine.

'Major victory': Texas physicians score key court win in national fight over surprise billing ban

Radiologists praised the ruling while AHIP, the nation's largest health insurance lobbying group, called it "misguided."

MindMaze secures $105 million to expand commercial growth

The financing was led by Concord Health Partners in conjunction with AlbaCore Capital Group and London-based Hambro Perks.

DOJ reportedly prepping lawsuit to block UnitedHealth’s acquisition of Change Healthcare

The blockbuster $13 billion deal has been in the works for more than a year, with healthcare giant UHG hoping to fold change into its Optum business line.

American Hospital Association responds to changing healthcare landscape with new strategic plan

Part of the AHA's goals includes addressing workforce and staffing shortages and enhancing the public's trust and confidence in health systems.

American Hospital Association (AHA)

Cardiology societies should develop separate guidelines for treating female heart patients

The lack of diversity in cardiac surgery trials may be harmful to patients

Original Banksy artwork headed to auction—proceeds will help fund heart research

Most heart failure patients miss out on guideline-recommended palliative care

Drug shortages jeopardize patient access to quality hospital care