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AHA, Others Urge DEA to Help Ease Shortage of Injectable Opioids

The AHA, American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, American Society of Anesthesiologists, Institute for Safe Medication Practices, and American Society of Clinical Oncology today urged the Drug Enforcement Administration to temporarily adjust the aggregate production quotas for certain injectable opioid medications.

Nurse Leader Recognized for Kidney Care; Nurse-physician Partners Improve Handoff

The American Association of Kidney Patients awarded Nancy Uhland, a George Washington University nurse practitioner, what some consider to be the highest honor for kidney health professionals.

Haupert: AHA Board is Driving the “Value Equation”

AHA board member John Haupert says “taking on the cost issue” is a big part of the AHA board’s ongoing focus on value.

Case Study: Denver Health Medical Center Collaborates with Lyft to Improve Transportation for Patients

To help patients with transportation issues, Denver Health offers free bus tickets, cab vouchers, and a private car service through a vehicle donated by Oprah Winfrey.

Throwback Thursday: Video and First Person Oral History with John W. Bluford III

John W. Bluford III, an epidemiologist, administrator, hospital CEO and founder of the Bluford Healthcare Leadership Institute, demonstrated throughout his career that a strong work ethic and commitment to serve can lead to life-fulfilling opportunities.

Study: 340B Tax-exempt Hospitals Provide $51.7 Billion in Community Benefits

Tax-exempt hospitals in the 340B drug savings program provided $51.7 billion in total benefits to their communities in 2015, the most recent year for which data is available.

CDC: Flu Hospitalization Rate Continues to Climb

The flu hospitalization rate rose last week to 81.7 per 100,000 people.

Perspective: Stemming the Tide

The AHA has shared recommendations to stem the tide of the deadly opioid epidemic.

Chair File: Using Technology to Improve Patient and Family Engagement

Hospitals and health systems are using health IT to engage patients, improve care coordination and better communicate across care settings.

Case Study: University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System’s Better Health Through Housing Program

This case study is from “Housing and the Role of Hospitals,” which offers strategies and case examples to help hospitals and health systems address housing issues in their communities.