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4-day workweek boosts job satisfaction, work-life balance for nurse leaders

Editor's Note A pilot 4-day workweek program improved job satisfaction, work-life balance, and confidence among nurse leaders at Fox Chase Cancer Center, according to a March 3 report in Healio. The initiative, implemented in 2021, showed sustained benefits over time, suggesting alternative scheduling models could help mitigate burnout and improve…

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By: Matt Danford
March 6, 2025
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Infusion pumps deemed high-risk in FDA early alert

Editor's Note Baxter Healthcare Corporation has issued a letter to affected customers recommending certain Spectrum infusion pumps be removed from where they are used or sold, according to a March 5 early alert from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA notice concerns the Sigma Spectrum Infusion System…

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By: Matt Danford
March 5, 2025
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Stem cell researchers tout potential for sickle cell disease cure

Editor's Note A novel stem cell transplant treatment for sickle cell disease (SCD) led to disease-free outcomes for most participants in a clinical trial at a lower cost than gene therapy, according to a February 27 report in Sickle Cell Disease News. The approach, which relies on a less intensive…

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By: Matt Danford
March 5, 2025
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Study: Stem cell therapy restores vision in LSCD patients

Editor's Note A novel stem cell treatment for unilateral limbal stem cell deficiency (LSCD)—a type of corneal disease caused by injury—restored corneal function in half of study participants within three months, according to a March 5 report in Medical News Today. According to the article, the experimental therapy, cultivated autologous…

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By: Matt Danford
March 5, 2025
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AMSURG launches nationwide campaign to spotlight rising colon cancer rates, urges early screening

Editor's Note Coinciding with Colon Cancer Awareness Month, AMSURG—a leading provider of ambulatory surgery center (ASC) services and GI care—has launched an educational push to boost colonoscopies and reduce soaring colon cancer rates, particularly among younger adults, a March 3 press release reports. The campaign highlights the lifesaving impact of…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
March 5, 2025
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AAAHC seeks stakeholder feedback on revised v44 standards to elevate patient-centered care

Editor's Note The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) has opened a public comment period for proposed revisions to its v44 standards, ASC Focus February 28 reports. From now until March 29, healthcare professionals and other stakeholders are encouraged to share insights that will help refine the guidance for…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
March 5, 2025
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Fresh tools, talking points drive sharps safety culture shift

Takeaways • The prevalence of needlesticks and other sharp object injuries to OR team members is 42.8%, an increase of 16% over the past decade. • New research and perspectives are shaping the discourse around sharps safety, such as new and expanded evidence-based practices presented in AORN’s 2025 update to…

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By: Carina Stanton
March 5, 2025
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Capital funding crunch spurs creative hospital financing

Health systems are fundamentally capital intensive. They are regulated; depend on highly educated, high-cost employees; and operate under complex reimbursement structures. Investing in new technologies and infrastructure upgrades is imperative to keeping up with the latest medical advances. But what happens when capital funds are insufficient or no longer available?…

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By: Anne Wainscott-Sargent
March 5, 2025
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4 ways ASCs balance strict infection control, limited resources

Reduced costs, faster recovery, and other advantages can make outpatient surgical procedures more convenient for providers and patients alike. Ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) are incredibly safe, but a lot of work goes into infection control. Cross-trained staff often wear many hats, and limited budgets may not leave room for dedicated…

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By: Christy Newland
March 5, 2025
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Smart segregation, storage reduce biohazardous waste risks

From sharps and blood-soaked surgical instruments to discarded anesthetic agents, biohazardous waste from ORs can threaten human health and the environment. In addition, failure to adhere to regulatory requirements can result in significant fines. However, the volume and diversity of biohazardous waste can create challenges with managing this material. Mitigating…

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By: Arman Zeytounyan
March 5, 2025
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