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“We are concerned that could have an impact on hospitals being able to recruit doctors, especially for emergency room services where many of them are contracted,” [Executive Vice of Health Economics and Finance at GNYHA Elisabeth] Wynn said.
Hochul seeks to end Medicaid 'loophole' used by specialists seeking higher pay
“We do not believe that the Medicaid program should be price gouged by specialists," said state Medicaid Director Amir Bassiri.
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February 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM
“We are concerned that could have an impact on hospitals being able to recruit doctors, especially for emergency room services where many of them are contracted,” [Executive Vice of Health Economics and Finance at GNYHA Elisabeth] Wynn said.
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Plan to Cut $600 Million in Health Funds
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Plan to Cut $600 Million in Health Funds
www.nytimes.com
February 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Plan to Cut $600 Million in Health Funds
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Plan to Cut $600 Million in Health Funds
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Plan to Cut $600 Million in Health Funds
www.nytimes.com
February 13, 2026 at 3:16 PM
Federal Judge Blocks Trump Plan to Cut $600 Million in Health Funds
Baby Who Had Traveled Overseas Is City’s First #Measles Case of Year
Baby Who Had Traveled Overseas Is City’s First Measles Case of Year
www.nytimes.com
February 12, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Baby Who Had Traveled Overseas Is City’s First #Measles Case of Year
US Health Officials Defend Rejection of Moderna’s Flu Vaccine
U.S. Health Officials Defend Rejection of Moderna’s Flu Vaccine
www.nytimes.com
February 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM
US Health Officials Defend Rejection of Moderna’s Flu Vaccine
Healthcare Jobs Have Become the Engine of America’s Labor Market
Healthcare Jobs Have Become the Engine of America’s Labor Market
Demand for healthcare workers is outstripping all other sectors. That means big changes in a labor market where retail and white-collar hiring have stalled.
www.wsj.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Healthcare Jobs Have Become the Engine of America’s Labor Market
"Imposing a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa petitions will exacerbate hospitals’ existing staffing challenges and could push chronically underfunded hospitals to their financial brink," the letter reads.
Democrats and Republicans issue H-1B warning to Kristi Noem
A group of 100 bipartisan lawmakers urge DHS to exempt health care from Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee.
www.newsweek.com
February 12, 2026 at 2:40 PM
"Imposing a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa petitions will exacerbate hospitals’ existing staffing challenges and could push chronically underfunded hospitals to their financial brink," the letter reads.
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Valentine’s Day can stir up complicated emotions, especially if you’re grieving ❤️🩹making this new episode of the Autumn Is Here podcast featuring MJHS Hospice bereavement counselor Tamaiiko especially timely!
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February 11, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Valentine’s Day can stir up complicated emotions, especially if you’re grieving ❤️🩹making this new episode of the Autumn Is Here podcast featuring MJHS Hospice bereavement counselor Tamaiiko especially timely!
FDA Refuses to Review Moderna Flu Vaccine
F.D.A. Refuses to Review Moderna Flu Vaccine
www.nytimes.com
February 11, 2026 at 4:47 PM
FDA Refuses to Review Moderna Flu Vaccine
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Tick, tick, tick… this is your reminder that Valentine’s Day is this week ⏱️ If you don’t have date night planned yet, MJHS Menorah Center residents have you covered with advice so good they were featured on News12 Brooklyn last week!
February 10, 2026 at 8:24 PM
Tick, tick, tick… this is your reminder that Valentine’s Day is this week ⏱️ If you don’t have date night planned yet, MJHS Menorah Center residents have you covered with advice so good they were featured on News12 Brooklyn last week!
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Happy birthday Sabretooth!
Thank you for always bringing smiles to our patients and their families 💙
Thank you for always bringing smiles to our patients and their families 💙
February 10, 2026 at 6:42 PM
Happy birthday Sabretooth!
Thank you for always bringing smiles to our patients and their families 💙
Thank you for always bringing smiles to our patients and their families 💙
You can’t always prevent or avoid stress. But you can change how you respond to it. You may feel better – and have a healthier heart, too! #OurHearts
February 10, 2026 at 5:49 PM
You can’t always prevent or avoid stress. But you can change how you respond to it. You may feel better – and have a healthier heart, too! #OurHearts
Trump Administration to Cut $600 Million in Health Funding From Four States
Trump Administration to Cut $600 Million in Health Funding From Four States
www.nytimes.com
February 10, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Trump Administration to Cut $600 Million in Health Funding From Four States
Health costs are fueling voter stress and powering Democratic campaigns
Health costs are fueling voter stress and powering Democratic campaigns
Democrats are focusing on health care in the November elections and making it a key issue. Republicans have cut Medicaid through new work requirements and they've declined to extend COVID-era subsidie...
apnews.com
February 9, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Health costs are fueling voter stress and powering Democratic campaigns
They ushered their states through covid. Now they want to lead them.
They ushered their states through covid. Now they want to lead them.
Why doctors who led the pandemic response in their states are running for office.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM
They ushered their states through covid. Now they want to lead them.
Dr. Oz Is Fighting an Uphill Battle to Sell Congress on Trump’s Healthcare Plan
Dr. Oz Is Fighting an Uphill Battle to Sell Congress on Trump’s Healthcare Plan
The surgeon, author and longtime television host is now a power broker in President Trump’s second term.
www.wsj.com
February 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Dr. Oz Is Fighting an Uphill Battle to Sell Congress on Trump’s Healthcare Plan
Trump’s Online Drugstore Opens for Business
Trump’s Online Drugstore Opens for Business
www.nytimes.com
February 6, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Trump’s Online Drugstore Opens for Business
Take a moment for yourself. Mindful meditation and relaxation techniques can help control stress, which helps keep #OurHearts healthy.
February 5, 2026 at 8:55 PM
Take a moment for yourself. Mindful meditation and relaxation techniques can help control stress, which helps keep #OurHearts healthy.
New York City Partners with WHO as US Withdraws From Global Effort
New York City Partners with W.H.O. as U.S. Withdraws From Global Effort
www.nytimes.com
February 5, 2026 at 4:14 PM
New York City Partners with WHO as US Withdraws From Global Effort
"Unfortunately, they're going to have to pay the fee, they believe, and this is just going to cut into the revenue, the funding that they have to pay for doctors and nurses," [Tim Johnson, SVP of GNYHA] noted.
Healthcare Workers Still Not Exempt From H-1B Visa Fee
The $100K fee is significant, especially for safety-net facilities
www.medpagetoday.com
February 5, 2026 at 2:57 PM
"Unfortunately, they're going to have to pay the fee, they believe, and this is just going to cut into the revenue, the funding that they have to pay for doctors and nurses," [Tim Johnson, SVP of GNYHA] noted.
Congress Reins In Drug Middlemen in Effort to Lower Prescription Prices
Congress Reins In Drug Middlemen in Effort to Lower Prescription Prices
www.nytimes.com
February 5, 2026 at 2:26 PM
Congress Reins In Drug Middlemen in Effort to Lower Prescription Prices
Plastic Surgeons’ Group Advises Delaying Gender-Affirming Procedures Until Age 19
Plastic Surgeons’ Group Advises Delaying Gender-Affirming Procedures Until Age 19
www.nytimes.com
February 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Plastic Surgeons’ Group Advises Delaying Gender-Affirming Procedures Until Age 19
Woman Wins Malpractice Suit Over Gender Surgery as a Minor
Woman Wins Malpractice Suit Over Gender Surgery as a Minor
www.nytimes.com
February 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Woman Wins Malpractice Suit Over Gender Surgery as a Minor
Last week we explored how to raise awareness about AMR and highlight the benefits of a "One Health" approach that connects human, animal, and environmental health. Many thanks to Karen Ann Alroy, Medical Epidemiologist @nychealthy.bsky.social, for sharing her expertise and to everyone who attended.
February 4, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Last week we explored how to raise awareness about AMR and highlight the benefits of a "One Health" approach that connects human, animal, and environmental health. Many thanks to Karen Ann Alroy, Medical Epidemiologist @nychealthy.bsky.social, for sharing her expertise and to everyone who attended.
Devoting some time every day to care for yourself can go a long way toward protecting your heart and health. Self-care – like moving more, preparing healthier meals, getting enough quality sleep, and taking a moment to de-stress – helps your heart. #HeartMonth
February 3, 2026 at 5:53 PM
Devoting some time every day to care for yourself can go a long way toward protecting your heart and health. Self-care – like moving more, preparing healthier meals, getting enough quality sleep, and taking a moment to de-stress – helps your heart. #HeartMonth