Ron Southwick

1 month 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.

2 months ago | 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.

2 months ago | 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.

2 months ago | 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.

2 months ago | chiefhealthcareexecutive.com | Ron Southwick

President Trump’s second term promises to have important implications for hospitals and health systems. Here’s a rundown.