Community News & Organizations

For victims of heart disease and their loved ones, non-profit organization Mended Hearts provides a network of hope and support to improve the quality of life for those affected.

Investigations have revealed that although the state's infant mortality rate was at an all-time low last year and the statistics from underserved rural areas continue to be appalling, with both African American and Caucasian infants dying at third-world rates.

The American Society Of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) recently released their annual report of plastic surgery procedures by regional distribution within the United States. 

President and CEO of Vanderbilt University Medical Center CEO Jeff Balser, MD, PhD, sees a bright future for the nonprofit health system after its split from the university.

Guests will learn what is working and what is not, interact and problem solve in structured breakout sessions that are 100% focused on healthcare’s unique analytics challenges, and network with peers, thought leaders and research technologists.

St. Joseph Health's goal is to improve health and quality by bringing people together to “provide compassionate care, promote health improvement and create healthy communities.”

These walk-in clinics are incredibly convenient and don't require an appointment for patients, who can receive vaccinations, physicals and travel immunizations, as well as care for common injuries or illnesses.

Stroke remains one of the leading causes of disability in adults and is the fifth biggest cause of death in America. The "Get With The Guidelines" program recognizes the efforts of hospitals such as Alameda that are working to save lives and hasten recovery from stroke.

State investigations at National City, California's Paradise Valley Hospital have revealed disturbing evidence that contaminated medications may have put more than 7,300 patients at risk of infection.

The conference focuses on ambitious women professionals in healthcare and networking opportunities, speaker series and discussion panels, all designed to “improve leadership potential, enhance skill sets and inform decision-making.”