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    Physicians have the highest suicide rate of any profession. So why haven't you heard about it?

    July 16, 2014
    Nearly 400 physicians commit suicide each year—likely an underestimate, say experts—but the subject still remains taboo in the medical community and physicians' cries for help often fall on deaf ears, writes Pamela Wible for the Washington Post. More

    How to cure being disorganized

    July 16, 2014
    A growing number of psychologists and professional organizers are recommending patients limit the physical clutter in their lives and explore the reasons behind why they hold onto certain, seemingly unnecessary items, Melinda Beck writes in the Wall Street Journal. More

    ACA navigators steered 10.6M Americans into coverage last year

    July 16, 2014
    Consumer assistance programs created under the Affordable Care Act helped about 10.6 million U.S. residents explore health coverage options and apply for insurance plans during the ACA's first open enrollment period, according to a new survey. More

    Google wants a piece of the eye—teams up with Novartis on smart contact lenses

    July 16, 2014
    In Google's latest effort to make inroads into health care, the company has announced a partnership with drugmaker Novartis to develop smart contact lenses to monitor bodily functions such as blood sugar levels via miniscule sensors. More

    Many more doctors have begun 'e-prescribing'

    July 16, 2014
    The percentage of physicians who electronically prescribe has increased ten-fold since the implementation of two federal incentive programs, according to new data from the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT. More

    Modern Healthcare: Are predictive analytics essential for 'population health 2.0'?

    July 16, 2014
    Hoping to improve patient outcomes and lower costs, more health systems are investing in predictive analytics. Can the technology deliver on its promise? Modern Healthcare examines the trend. More

    Fights over two-midnight rule, observation care continue

    July 16, 2014
    Fewer patients appear to be classified as "observation" because of the two-midnight rule, but hospital groups say the policy compromises beneficiaries' care and then sticks them with costly, unexpected bills, Jayne O'Donnell writes in USA Today. More

    U.S. News names 144 hospitals to 'Best Hospitals' list

    July 15, 2014
    U.S. News & World Report on Tuesday announced its 25th annual list of "America's Best Hospitals," with the Mayo Clinic earning the top spot for the first time. More

    The latest industry transitions

    July 16, 2014
    Each week, the Daily Briefing highlights executive transitions among the nation's hospitals and health systems. More

    Daily roundup: July 16, 2014

    July 16, 2014
    Bite-sized hospital and health industry news from California, Kentucky, and North Carolina. More

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