Rick Pollack

Patient Safety Initiative

Patient Safety Continues to Improve Across America

If you had to describe a hospital’s mission, philosophy and guiding light with a single word, safety would sit at the top of the list.

Telling the Hospital Story, Promoting Healthy Communities

Why Gratitude Can Be a Powerful Medicine

Imagine a powerful practice that strengthens human connection, improves well-being, boosts psychological health and supports a healthy workplace culture.

Rural issues

Helping Rural Hospitals Meet Their Mission of Caring for Patients and Communities

Nov. 20 is National Rural Health Day. It’s an opportunity to recognize the many ways rural hospitals advance health in their communities, as well as raise awareness about the challenges they face as they seek to preserve access to high-quality, affordable care.

For nearly 1 in 5 Americans, rural hospitals are beacons of hope and sources of healing for individuals and families who would otherwise face long, time-consuming journeys to access the care they need. Rural hospitals also promote community well-being and help preserve the vitality of rural America.

Veteran Hiring, Veterans Administration (VA), Workforce

Gratitude for the Uniformed Protectors of Our Nation

the training of military medics focuses on saving lives under stress and bridging the gap between battlefield and hospital care.

Older Adults, Age-Friendly Health Systems

Caring for Older Americans Now and In the Future

In 2060, the number of Americans age 65 and older is projected to increase to 95 million, making up almost a quarter of the U.S. population.

United Against the Flu, Flu

Gearing Up Our Defenses for Flu Season

The flu vaccine is updated for the 2025-2026 season and is now available at many workplaces, hospitals, clinics, pharmacies and other locations.

Workforce, Workforce Supply and Demand, Immigration

Exempting Health Care Personnel from H-1B Visa Fees Is Good for Patients and Providers

Growing a strong, robust and qualified health care workforce is in everyone’s interest — both now and for the future.

Cybersecurity

Protecting Patients and Hospitals from Cyberattacks

This week, the FBI issued an urgent warning to all users — including hospitals — of a critical security soft spot within Oracle’s E-Business Suite, stating “This is ‘stop-what-you’re-doing and patch immediately vulnerability.’”

Commercial Insurer Accountability

Holding Commercial Health Insurers Accountable

“Trust but verify” is a phrase often associated with President Reagan and the need to ensure that treaties enacted with the Soviet Union were being upheld.

Substance Use Disorder

Supporting Patients and Caregivers Facing Substance Use Disorders

SUD is a medical condition marked by a compulsive use of a substance despite harmful consequences.