April 2-8 is National Public Health Week. Spearheaded by the American Public Health Association (APHA), organizations and individuals across the country are participating in activities to build a healthier nation. Each day of the week has a different theme: behavioral health, communicable diseases, environmental health, injury and violence prevention, and ensuring the right to health.... Read More >>
Registration is now open for WSHA & AWPHD'S 42nd annual Rural Hospital Leadership Conference at Campbell's Resort in Chelan June 24-27. The early bird registration rate is $350, and the discounted pricing is available through Friday, May 25.... Read More >>
At CHI St. Gabriel’s Health — recipient of the 2017 AHA NOVA Award — a clinic-based, multi-disciplinary team works toward reducing narcotic and opioid use through care plans and patient visits. A community task force works to change opioid prescribing practices to monitor use and reach all opioid-using patients.... Read More >>
We look forward to seeing you June 24-27 at the 42nd Annual Rural Hospital Leadership Conference at Campbell’s Resort in Chelan! Registration opens Monday, April 2. The early bird registration rate is $350, and the discounted pricing is available through Friday, May 25.... Read More >>
The American Hospital Association (AHA) has announced the launch of the AHA Innovation Challenge to source and spread new ideas and novel approaches for integrated care delivery and financing models designed for specific high-need, high-cost populations.... Read More >>
WSHA will host a webinar from 10:30 a.m. to noon on March 27 on new employment laws related to paid sick leave (I-1433) and paid family and medical leave (SB 5975). ... Read More >>
WSHA members have access to a free registry program that provides one-stop access to qualified nurses and allied health professionals available to fill temporary and per-diem positions from a network of vetted agencies.... Read More >>
Research has shown that providers are more likely to practice as a physician in the town in which they performed their residency. With that in mind, Pullman Regional Hospital has started the process of establishing a rural residency program on the Palouse.... Read More >>
Hospitals are subject to an array of state and federal requirements regarding posting signage in hospitals and providing notices to patients, staff and the community. ... Read More >>
WSHA has produced a short animated video highlighting the ER is for Emergencies program, which can be helpful this flu season when hospitals are seeing high volumes of patients suffering from the flu.... Read More >>
