Despite focused efforts to recover from the financial damage caused by COVID-19, U.S. hospitals continue to lose money, according to Kaufman Hall. Recovery has been slow, and many hospitals continue to experience significant financial challenges.   Ongoing Struggles   Even with initiatives to rein in costs and improve productivity, hospitals are experiencing long term financial pressure. They […]

This flu season has been harsh. For those who haven’t yet caught the flu, there’s a concern about how long it takes to get sick after exposure—and, how to avoid the flu or manage it. Flu season is not yet over, and it’s important to continue taking precautions.   How long does it actually take to […]

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In less than a decade, the number of older adults in the U.S. will outnumber children for the first time in history. This demographic shift brings both opportunities and challenges, especially when it comes to our already stretched healthcare system. As people live longer and birth rates decline, the U.S. healthcare system will need to […]

Flu season is hitting hard this year, and it’s unlike anything we’ve seen in the past few years. After a moderate flu season last year, the 2024-25 flu season has arrived with a vengeance. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports a surge, estimating that the flu has killed between 16,000 and 79,000 […]

Sepsis is one of the most serious and common reasons for hospital stays, excluding maternal and neonatal cases. According to recent data from the American Hospital Association there were approximately 739 hospital stays per 100,000 people for sepsis in 2021 alone. This highlights just how critical it is to understand sepsis, its symptoms, and how […]

The hospital capacity issues that emerged during the pandemic are now the new normal at healthcare facilities. In late 2022, experts warned of a “tripledemic” that included the flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) patients flooded hospitals. This surge, coupled with existing staffing shortages, highlighted the ongoing hospital operational challenges. What started as a […]

In recent years, there has been a shift in public trust towards science and medical advice. As highlighted in a recent article in The Guardian, anti-medical and anti-science narratives are more prevalent. This trend raises concerns, particularly when it comes to fundamental aspects of health and well-being.  Regardless of one’s position on scientific debates, there […]

Yesterday, we published a blog post about the serious flu situation in California. However other U.S. states are facing severe outbreaks. Massachusetts, in particular, is experiencing an alarming surge in flu cases, prompting urgent warnings from health officials.  Flu Cases in Massachusetts at Record Highs According to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, the state […]

For the past few years, the flu has claimed fewer lives than COVID-19. A new report reveals the flu is now deadlier than COVID-19, fueling public health concerns. With low vaccination rates, experts are cautioning this could be one of the worst flu seasons. It is important to be proactive when it comes to keeping […]