Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) has launched the WISE-HARE app, which leverages Apple Watch technology to create a sleep registry for children aged 5-18. In response to a shortage of pediatric sleep study beds and the limitations of traditional polysomnography (PSG) in clinical settings, the app aims to collect comprehensive sleep data to improve diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. By enrolling children scheduled for PSG studies, WISE-HARE facilitates simultaneous data gathering from both PSG sensors and the Apple Watch, enhancing clinical decision-making while aiming to make the technology accessible for families.

Children's Hospital Launches Innovative Sleep App to Revolutionize Pediatric Care Business Wire

Martha’s Vineyard Hospital is finalizing a workforce housing project to help retain healthcare staff and maintain essential services. Situated on a 26-acre site, the development includes a 48-unit apartment building, along with duplexes and townhouses featuring over 70 bedrooms, all prefabricated in Pennsylvania. Groundbreaking occurred in August 2024, with plans for residents to move in by June 2025. The initiative, funded through fundraising, also involves a partnership with the Sheriff’s Meadow Foundation to build a public walking trail, enhancing community access to outdoor areas. Hospital president Denise Schepici noted the project's significance in addressing housing affordability challenges on the island, which are critical for reducing staff turnover in a demanding healthcare environment.

Martha’s Vineyard Hospital Launches Housing Project to Retain Healthcare Staff Becker's Hospital Review

The U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has introduced new restrictions on federal healthcare grant payments, causing delays in funding for health centers and grantees crucial for low-income and uninsured patients. Under the "Defend the Spend" initiative, all federal healthcare grants now require manual review and justification before approval, leading to backlogs in disbursements. Agencies like the National Institutes of Health are affected, and confusion among federal officials regarding the new process has further complicated fund distribution. Critics argue that these changes could threaten essential health programs, as funding approvals are limited to political appointees from the Trump administration, raising concerns over alignment with administration priorities.

Federal Healthcare Funding Delays Spark Concerns Over Patient Care Becker's Hospital Review

A recent report from ECRI and the Institute for Safe Medication Practices highlights the risks associated with poor patient discharge coordination, noting issues like inadequate communication and ineffective medication management that can compromise safety. To combat these challenges, healthcare organizations are implementing interdisciplinary strategies to enhance discharge processes. For example, MUSC Health is conducting telehealth medication reconciliation for high-risk patients within 24 hours of discharge, while UK HealthCare has introduced the LINK navigation process to facilitate smoother transitions from inpatient to outpatient care. These approaches aim to improve patient safety and ensure effective follow-up care.

Improving Patient Discharge: Innovative Strategies Enhance Safety and Care Becker's Hospital Review

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) has launched the WISE-HARE app, which leverages Apple Watch technology to create a sleep registry for children aged 5-18. In response to a shortage of pediatric sleep study beds and the limitations of traditional polysomnography (PSG) in clinical settings, the app aims to collect comprehensive sleep data to improve diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. By enrolling children scheduled for PSG studies, WISE-HARE facilitates simultaneous data gathering from both PSG sensors and the Apple Watch, enhancing clinical decision-making while aiming to make the technology accessible for families.

Children's Hospital Launches Innovative Sleep App to Revolutionize Pediatric Care Business Wire

Martha’s Vineyard Hospital is finalizing a workforce housing project to help retain healthcare staff and maintain essential services. Situated on a 26-acre site, the development includes a 48-unit apartment building, along with duplexes and townhouses featuring over 70 bedrooms, all prefabricated in Pennsylvania. Groundbreaking occurred in August 2024, with plans for residents to move in by June 2025. The initiative, funded through fundraising, also involves a partnership with the Sheriff’s Meadow Foundation to build a public walking trail, enhancing community access to outdoor areas. Hospital president Denise Schepici noted the project's significance in addressing housing affordability challenges on the island, which are critical for reducing staff turnover in a demanding healthcare environment.

Martha’s Vineyard Hospital Launches Housing Project to Retain Healthcare Staff Becker's Hospital Review

The U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has introduced new restrictions on federal healthcare grant payments, causing delays in funding for health centers and grantees crucial for low-income and uninsured patients. Under the "Defend the Spend" initiative, all federal healthcare grants now require manual review and justification before approval, leading to backlogs in disbursements. Agencies like the National Institutes of Health are affected, and confusion among federal officials regarding the new process has further complicated fund distribution. Critics argue that these changes could threaten essential health programs, as funding approvals are limited to political appointees from the Trump administration, raising concerns over alignment with administration priorities.

Federal Healthcare Funding Delays Spark Concerns Over Patient Care Becker's Hospital Review

A recent report from ECRI and the Institute for Safe Medication Practices highlights the risks associated with poor patient discharge coordination, noting issues like inadequate communication and ineffective medication management that can compromise safety. To combat these challenges, healthcare organizations are implementing interdisciplinary strategies to enhance discharge processes. For example, MUSC Health is conducting telehealth medication reconciliation for high-risk patients within 24 hours of discharge, while UK HealthCare has introduced the LINK navigation process to facilitate smoother transitions from inpatient to outpatient care. These approaches aim to improve patient safety and ensure effective follow-up care.

Improving Patient Discharge: Innovative Strategies Enhance Safety and Care Becker's Hospital Review