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health4 days ago•5 min saved

Interim report flags racism and staffing gaps in English maternity care

An interim review led by Baroness Amos finds maternity and neonatal services in England are failing too many families, with capacity pressures causing delays, poor staff relationships, structural racism and discrimination, outdated facilities, and insufficient bereavement support; six key issues are identified and final recommendations are due in April, prompting calls for urgent action and stronger accountability, possibly including a statutory inquiry.

via BBC|

#accountability #health #maternity-care

health8 days ago•3 min saved

New York City Nurses End Six-Week Strike With Pay, Staffing Pact

Thousands of nurses at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia voted to end a six-week strike by ratifying a three-year contract that includes roughly a 12% raise, staffing protections, and layoff safeguards (with AI provisions for the first time). The stoppage, the largest and longest NYC nurses strike in decades, involved up to 15,000 nurses across several hospitals and led to replacement hires and care disruptions. While the deal averts further walkouts for now, tensions between the NYSNA union and hospital leadership are likely to linger as the next contract approaches in three years.

via The New York Times|

#contract #health #newyork-presbyterian

health13 days ago•26 min saved

Kaiser strike extends into fourth week as workers press for higher pay and staffing

More than 31,000 Kaiser Permanente health care workers, including about 22,000 Southern California nurses, remain on an open-ended strike in its fourth week, disrupting appointments and surgeries across California and Hawaii. The union is demanding a 25% wage increase over four years to address inflation and staffing needs, while Kaiser has proposed a 21.5% raise and argues its large reserves should not be used for payroll. Negotiations have resumed after a stalemate but no deal is near. The dispute also involves Northern California groups such as nurse midwives, nurses anesthetists, and physician assistants, with patients reporting long lines and canceled care.

via CalMatters|

#health #health-care-workers #kaiser-permanente

sports1 month ago•9 min saved

Playoff Pressure Meets Head-Coach Hiring in the NFL

NFL assistants are juggling postseason prep with a crowded head-coach hiring cycle as eight openings spark rapid, mostly virtual interviews; candidates emphasize authenticity over rehearsed answers while continuing game plans. The schedule tightens around weekends and divisional rounds, with coaches often preparing coaching philosophy packets and staff plans, and a 2023 rule change delaying in-person interviews until after the divisional round to widen opportunities.

via The New York Times|

#coaching #interviews #nfl

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Probe into Nine Neonatal Deaths at Novokuznetsk Maternity Hospital

Russian investigators opened a criminal case into the deaths of nine newborns at a Novokuznetsk maternity hospital, citing possible negligence as forensic teams examine the ward; the hospital chief was suspended, officials say infections and medical complications contributed, and inspectors from regional and federal authorities are assessing readiness after reports of staffing shortages.

via The Moscow Times|

#hospital #investigation #neonatal

healthcare1 month ago•6 min saved

NYC nurses launch largest hospital strike over pay, staffing and safety

Nearly 15,000 New York State Nurses Association members walked out at Montefiore Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian and Mount Sinai—the biggest nursing strike in NYC history—demanding inflation-adjusted pay, stronger staffing protections, and new contract provisions on artificial intelligence and workplace violence. Hospitals say negotiations with mediators were limited and warn the demands would be costly amid federal health-care funding changes; state officials will monitor patient safety as hospitals deploy temporary staff and have spent more than $100 million preparing for the strike.

via Politico|

#healthcare #labor #newyorkcity

world4 months ago•1 min saved

Kaiser Permanente Healthcare Workers Launch Major Strike for Better Wages and Staffing

Approximately 31,000 Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers, including nurses, went on a five-day strike across California, Hawaii, and Oregon demanding a 25% wage increase over four years and better staffing, citing wages lagging behind inflation and peer benchmarks; Kaiser offers a 21.5% increase, and essential services remain operational with some adjustments.

via AP News|

#healthcare #kaiser-permanente #nurses-strike

politics6 months ago•1 min saved

Dan Scavino Assumes Hiring Role in Trump's White House

Dan Scavino, a long-time Trump adviser and trusted aide, has taken over as director of the White House Presidential Personnel Office, a key role responsible for staffing the administration, succeeding Sergio Gor, and will oversee personnel transitions and staffing quality.

via Axios|

#dan-scavino #personnel-office #politics

science-and-technology7 months ago•3 min saved

Trump’s NOAA Nominee Promises to Strengthen Weather Services and Leadership

Neil Jacobs, nominated to lead NOAA, pledges to prioritize rebuilding staffing at the National Weather Service after significant cuts under the Trump administration, emphasizing the importance of local community relationships and accurate weather forecasts, despite ongoing budget and staffing challenges.

via Government Executive|

#floods #noaa #science-and-technology

science8 months ago•2 min saved

NASA Faces Leadership Crisis Amid Mission Suspensions and Workforce Challenges

NASA faces a bleak future with significant budget cuts, staffing reductions, and uncertainty over leadership, as agency officials express concern about the Trump administration's plans to overhaul the organization, leading to a tense and uncertain environment within the agency.

via Futurism|

#administration #budget-cuts #nasa

health8 months ago•1 min saved

HHS Rehires Over 400 CDC Staff After Layoffs

The Department of Health and Human Services has reversed the firing of over 450 CDC staffers involved in critical health divisions, amid a department-wide downsizing and reorganization, with some previous dismissals being recognized as mistakes and subsequently reinstated.

via statnews.com|

#cdc #health #hhs

health1 year ago•8 min saved

Rising Hospital Assaults: Staffing and Safety Concerns Under Scrutiny

A rise in sexual assaults at hospitals is attributed to inadequate staffing, poor hiring practices, and insufficient training, with some institutions failing to hold staff accountable or report incidents to authorities. Policies at hospitals like HCA Florida Citrus and Veterans Affairs differ significantly in handling such allegations, with some hospitals prioritizing internal processes over immediate law enforcement notification. Cases of sexual misconduct have been reported across various hospitals, highlighting systemic issues in addressing and preventing abuse, with some facilities failing to document or report incidents properly.

via NBC News|

#health #hospital #investigation

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Inside the Turmoil of Trump's 2024 Transition and Staffing Battles

Following Donald Trump's reelection, discussions about staffing his second term have turned into a competitive battle at Mar-a-Lago. Key figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard have been seen at the club, while Trump reviews potential candidates. Susie Wiles has been appointed as chief of staff, resolving a major contest with Brooke Rollins. Trump is focusing on rewarding loyal supporters, despite differing viewpoints, as he finalizes his administration's team.

via CNN|

#chief-of-staff #mar-a-lago #politics

crime1 year ago•1 min saved

"Minneapolis Officer Jamal Mitchell Killed in Ambush by Repeat Offender"

Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell was fatally shot while working a mandatory overtime shift alone due to low staffing levels. City Council member LaTrisha Vetaw and retired MPD Deputy Chief Greg Hestness highlighted the dangers and increased burnout associated with such staffing shortages. Overtime costs for the MPD have reached an all-time high of $21 million in 2023.

via KSTP|

#crime #minneapolis #overtime

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Detroit Lions Overhaul Coaching Staff for 2024 Season, Part Ways with Six Assistants"

The Detroit Lions have announced several coaching changes for the 2024 season, confirming the hires of Deshea Townsend as the DBs coach and pass game coordinator, Terrell Williams as the run game coordinator/defensive line coach, and Jim O’Neil as a defensive assistant. Additionally, several coaches are no longer listed on the team’s website, leaving vacancies for an offensive assistant and a cornerbacks coach on the coaching staff.

via Pride Of Detroit|

#coaching-changes #detroit-lions #football