1. Daily COVID-19 stats, state-by-state:

• Test positivity rates
• Death rates
• Vaccines administered
• Percentage of population vaccinated

2. How's Houston Methodist's vaccine mandate so far? 'Very successful,' says CEO Dr. Marc Boom Full story

3. 29 physician specialties ranked by annual compensation Full story

4. Reimagine your surgical service line with insights around robotic-assisted surgery at the Becker’s Hospital Review Annual Meeting — 3 key sessions May 11, 17, 25 Learn more

5. COVID-19 booster shot 'likely' needed within a year, Pfizer CEO says Full story

6. 'Patients lining our hallways': 24 Michigan hospitals at 90%+ capacity amid COVID-19 surge Full story

7. More than cost reduction: How to fuel quality improvement through better financial management. Learn more during this live discussion. 

8. 10 hospital, health system CMO moves in 2021 Full story

9. Tenet Florida hospital names new CNO Full story

10. No link between blood type and COVID-19 risk, study finds Full story

11. A guide to reversing life-threatening bleeds — Get tips from industry experts during this virtual discussion. Join here

12. 9 things to know about the J&J, AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines & blood clots Full story

13. Female nurses at high risk for suicide, study finds Full story

14. Rare COVID-19 infections after vaccinations merit a closer look, report says Full story

 

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1. This health plan saved $7,500 per member and saw a 289 percent jump in engagement. Learn how in this short case study.

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3. There are new guidelines to prevent pressure injuries at U.S. hospitals. Click here for key findings on studies outlining new technology's role