Ron Southwick

Pennsylvania

Editor-in-Chief at Chief Healthcare Executive

Editor of Chief Healthcare Executive, part of MJH Life Sciences. Formerly at PennLive and Reading Eagle. Hubby & Daddy. Six marathons. Go Steelers & Pirates!

Articles

CDC faces criticism for new research questioning link of vaccines and autism

2 months ago | autism.einnews.com | Ron Southwick

Despite a host of studies finding no evidence of a link between vaccines and autism, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is moving ahead on new research to see if any tie exists. The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention is going to begin new research into ties between vaccines and autism, even though previous studies have shown no link. Critics say the study could hurt confidence in vaccines.
With the Flu Season in Overdrive, Hospitals are Overwhelmed

Feb 12, 2025 | patientcareonline.com | Ron Southwick

By many measures, this year’s flu season is emerging as the worst in years. Hospitals report packed emergency departments with patients with the flu, and federal data indicate the most severe flu season in 15 years. The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention reported that 31% of flu tests were positive last week. Nearly 8% of patients visiting doctors offices and outpatient facilities were for respiratory illnesses, and flu-like symptoms, the highest level since 2009.
RFK Jr. HHS vote expected

Feb 12, 2025 | physicianspractice.com | Ron Southwick

After clearing a key hurdle last week, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is close to becoming the next U.S. Secretary of Health & Human Services. The Senate is expected to vote this week on Robert F. Kennedy's nomination to lead the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. The Senate is expected to vote to confirm Kennedy this week, the Associated Press reports. The Senate Finance Committee narrowly advanced Kennedy last week with a 14-13 vote along party lines. Sen.
How MD Anderson Cancer Center is using technology to help patients and providers

Feb 7, 2025 | brnw.ch | Ron Southwick

Patients battling cancer don’t need the extra headaches that come with navigating the healthcare system. MD Anderson Cancer Center is focused on cutting-edge treatment and research to help cancer patients. Dan Shoenthal, vice president and chief innovation officer at MD Anderson Cancer Center, says he wants to make it easier for patients to manage the steps along the way.
Trump’s return and the impact on hospitals: Two-minute drill

Jan 27, 2025 | chiefhealthcareexecutive.com | Ron Southwick

President Trump’s second term promises to have important implications for hospitals and health systems. Here’s a rundown.
How Donald Trump’s return affects hospitals: Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act and tariffs

Jan 21, 2025 | chiefhealthcareexecutive.com | Ron Southwick

The second Trump administration promises to bring changes that will affect America’s hospitals, with concerns about Medicaid funding, ACA subsidies, and potential higher costs with tariffs.
Cancer in America: Disturbing findings for women and Black Americans

Jan 17, 2025 | asianamericans.einnews.com | Ron Southwick

Fewer people are dying of cancer, but more women are being diagnosed with cancer, according to new figures released Thursday by the American Cancer Society. More women are being diagnosed of cancer, and Black Americans and Native Americans are more likely to die of cancer, according to data from the American Cancer Society. The new data also show the continuation of the troubling trend in disparities in outcomes among different racial groups.
Healthcare data breaches remain most expensive of any industry

Jul 30, 2024 | chiefhealthcareexecutive.com | Ron Southwick

Breaches in healthcare have surpassed other sectors for more than a decade, according to a new IBM report.
Healthcare lags other sectors in cybersecurity

May 28, 2024 | chiefhealthcareexecutive.com | Ron Southwick

Due to budget constraints and staffing challenges, hospitals and other healthcare organizations tend to be more vulnerable to attacks, experts say.
Healthcare cybersecurity budgets are rising, but workers are hard to find

Mar 2, 2024 | chiefhealthcareexecutive.com | Ron Southwick

The HIMSS annual survey finds most organizations are planning to spend more to protect their systems. But systems are struggling to recruit and retain cybersecurity staff.