What you should know:
1. The Jackson, Tenn.-based health system canceled all elective procedures and closed its West Tennessee Surgery Center and Lift Wellness Center.
2. The system also furloughed a number of employees and stopped 401(k) matches.
3. However, the employees could be recalled if the hospital sees a surge in patients or if the system needs additional employees.
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