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Last month at a conference, AdventHealth CEO Terry Shaw shared some employee retention strategies used at his health system. He stressed the importance of gathering employee feedback and using it to give them the changes they need. This month, MedCity News followed up with AdventHealth to get a better picture of what these strategies look like in practice.

The decisions caregivers make and the support they provide make a profound impact on another human being’s life. Taking responsibility for someone’s ability to thrive in the best way that they can means listening to yourself.

Representatives from the Guttmacher Institute and NFPRHA shared their wins and losses for reproductive health in 2023. Their wins include states moving to protect contraception and the approval of Opill, while their losses include state enactments of abortion bans and the lack of funding for Title X.

Knownwell's $20 million Series A funding round was led by A16Z and included participation from Flare Capital Partners. The company also launched an adolescent metabolic health program.

Of those with employer-sponsored insurance, 31% of lower-income adults reported having trouble paying their medical bills, versus 13% of higher-income adults, according to a new report from KFF.

Health equity is not an abstract concept but a tangible goal that can be achieved through a deliberate and comprehensive approach. By focusing on the pillars of awareness and education, equal access to care, advocacy, and technology can begin to close the healthcare disparities gap.

In a recent webinar, Dr. Christopher Newman of Mary Washington Healthcare discussed how utilizing the principles of informed awareness has transformed staff experience and facilitated a more productive, efficient, and engaged workforce.

Some healthcare organizations have reduced health equity to a buzzword, using the phrase superficially without a true commitment to dismantling systemic barriers. During a webinar, two industry leaders — AMA President Jesse Ehrenfeld and Emory Healthcare Chief Transformation Officer Amaka Eneanya — discussed why this approach must be avoided and explored how leaders can do better.

NourishedRx is joining ProHealth Connect’s network, meaning its nutrition offerings are accessible for members of 46 payers with food benefits through a ProHealth Connect OTC or flex card. These members will be able to receive NourishedRx’s food delivery services and its wraparound support.

Effective communication in senior care is necessary for important interactions that happen within this complex healthcare environment. It's not just about exchanging words; it's about creating a nurturing, compassionate, and supportive environment for residents and the loved ones who visit them.