Oregon's stringent health care merger oversight program has sparked significant debate and controversy. This program mandates that hospitals, health care providers, and other entities seeking substantial mergers or acquisitions must demonstrate that their proposed transactions will not
Connecticut lawmakers are increasingly concerned about the influence of private equity in the state's healthcare system. The recent bankruptcy filing by Prospect Medical Holdings (PMH) has intensified the push for better regulation, as PMH, funded by private equity, owns Waterbury Hospital,
In the early days of his second term, President Donald Trump issued a series of executive orders that could have dire consequences for public health and safety. Withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO) and silencing key federal health agencies, including the National
The healthcare system in the United States is a complex and often contentious topic. Recent events have brought to light the frustrations many people feel toward health insurance companies, particularly regarding the denial of healthcare claims. However, rather than resorting to violence or
The rapid digitalization of the workplace has undeniably transformed the way we work, introducing tools and technologies that improve efficiency and flexibility. However, this digital transformation has also brought about significant changes that deeply impact our mental health. At a recent
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) has announced a significant initiative to create a special telehealth registration framework for prescribers of medically necessary controlled substances. This new framework will allow qualified practitioners to prescribe these substances without requiring an
