Prattville resident claims the city illegally provides healthcare benefits to part-time lawyers
Concerns Over Part-Time Lawyers’ Healthcare Benefits in Plattville For over two years, Gerald Cimis, a resident of Plattville, has been alerting the City Council about potential legal issues stemming from the city providing healthcare benefits to part-time lawyers. Cimis warns that the city might be “playing Russian roulette.” He argues that if a catastrophic insurance […]
West TN Healthcare to test new AI technology aimed at shortening hospital stays
Jackson Madison County General Hospital, the largest medical facility in West Tennessee, caters to 19 counties in the region. West Tennessee Healthcare is exploring the use of artificial intelligence to improve hospital stay durations for patients, ensuring they aren’t kept longer than necessary. The non-profit healthcare system is set to trial Dragonfly Navigate, an AI […]
Katie Britt obtains $28.6 million in funding to assist Alabama’s healthcare and research facilities
Alabama Set to Receive Major Funding Boost from Senate Bill Hospitals, universities, and training programs across Alabama might soon benefit from a considerable amount of funding, as the U.S. Senate Budget Committee has moved forward with the 201026 Workers and Education Funding Bill. This package includes over $28.6 million earmarked for spending in Alabama, made […]
Man Accused of Cyberstalking Family of Deceased United Healthcare CEO, Claimed His Children Should Be Killed
Authorities have charged 40-year-old Shane Daly from Galway, New York, with cyberstalking related to his alleged harassment of the family of slain UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York. Between December 4th and December 7th, Daly reportedly contacted Thompson’s family using a work phone, just […]
Northern Arizona Healthcare Teams Up with Sonora Quest Laboratories for Quick Lab Results
New Partnership for Faster Lab Testing in Northern Arizona The collaboration between Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) and the Sonora Quest Institute aims to streamline laboratory testing for Northern Arizona patients and their healthcare providers. This partnership harnesses the collection network of Sonora Quest Laboratories alongside the local testing capabilities at Flagstaff Medical Center (FMC). This […]
Brasher appointed as the first Chief School Finance Officer at Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences
The Alabama School of Healthcare Science (ASH) has named Kelly Augsburger Brasher as its inaugural Chief School Finance Officer (CSFO). Bringing more than two decades of experience in business and finance, Brasher steps into this newly created position at the residential high school. For the last 11 years, she has been overseeing a budget close […]
UAB introduces new graduate certificates centered on healthcare innovation and leadership
This fall, the University of Alabama at Birmingham is launching 10 new graduate certificates and several new bachelor’s degree programs. These offerings span various fields, many available entirely online, making it easier for students to participate from any location. “At UAB, we’re always adapting to the needs of our students and their aspirations to make […]
Construction Begins on the Summit Center Project for Northern Arizona Healthcare
Construction Begins at Central Flagstaff Summit Center Healthcare officials in Northern Arizona have announced that construction is now underway at the Central Flagstaff Summit Center, located at 1485 N. Turquoise Drive. This project involves a complete interior remodeling and expansion of the facility, which is expected to span 18 months, with first cases anticipated around […]
J. Scott Huffman appointed as president and CEO of the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Foundation
Alabama Healthcare Science Foundation Appoints J. Scott Huffman as President and CEO The Alabama Healthcare Science Foundation has named J. Scott Huffman (CFRE) as its inaugural president and CEO. He will officially step into the role on May 15, where he will spearhead support for Alabama’s upcoming vocational high schools, set to launch in fall […]
Congresswoman from Orange County faces protests over Trump legislation and healthcare reductions
Protests Erupt Over Trump’s Federal Funding Cuts On Tuesday, protesters set up a base outside the offices of Orange County Councillors, expressing their opposition to President Trump’s proposal to slash federal spending by over $1 trillion. This plan aims to cover medical expenses for those in need while extending tax cuts to millions of Americans. […]