Podcasts about Health administration

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has no jurisdiction over a church and its pastor making private home renovations. Constitutional expert, lawyer, author, pastor, and founder of Liberty Counsel Mat Staver discusses the important topics of the day with co-hosts and guests that impact life, liberty, and family. To stay informed and get involved, visit LC.org.

What Employers Need to Know About OSHA Complaints (Litigators Lounge, Episode 14) When is a hot office more than just an annoyance? In this lively episode of Litigators Lounge, hosts Jackie Voronov and Shylie Bannon kick back with lychee martinis and dive into a surprisingly misunderstood topic: OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Administration). This episode […] The post What Employers Need to Know About OSHA Complaints appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

On this West Virginia Morning, working to safely dispose of trash as West Virginia's black bear population bounces back and former head of the Mine Safety and Health Administration discusses impact of recent cuts. The post Safe Waste Disposal Around Bears And Former Head Of Mine Safety Talks Cuts, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

In this episode of the Healthcare Plus Podcast, Dan Collard welcomes Céu Cirne-Neves, MPA, FACHE.  With over 25 years' experience as a healthcare executive, she now serves as a faculty member in the undergraduate and graduate health administration programs at Rutgers University.They discuss insights Céu has gained from her unusual path, which led her from her first job in healthcare marketing to chief administrative officer and finally to academia. At Rutgers she's observed major differences in today's students vs. those of years past (for instance: they're far more focused and specific on what they want, and very intentional about gaining the competencies and resources needed to achieve it).Céu shares her recent idea for drawing undecided students into the Healthcare Administration major by building an exploratory course based on Quint Studer's book The Calling: Why Healthcare is So Special. (“I feel healthcare is more than a job,” she says. “I'm trying to make it enticing for them to see the difference they can make through healthcare administration.”) Filled with practical takeaways, this episode will appeal to anyone seeking more understanding on what drives the next generation of Health Administration students, how to help them connect to their calling early, and how to develop and mentor them.About Céu Cirne-Neves, MPA, FACHECéu Cirne-Neves, MPA, FACHE, is a healthcare executive with more than 25 years of experience in senior level positions and has made a successful leadership transition as full-time faculty at the Rutgers University EJ Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy. At Bloustein, she teaches in the Master of Health Administration Program and serves as the coordinator for the undergraduate Health Administration Program. Furthermore, she is the faculty advisor for the undergraduate student organization, Future Healthcare Administrators, which signature event is the annual healthcare administration case competition. Cirne-Neves brings to the classroom a wealth of practical health administration experience resulting from years leading culture change, operational effectiveness, and patient safety and experience. She served as the CEO of Saint James Hospital, Cathedral Healthcare System, Newark, for 10 years, and most recently, in a variety of senior level roles including as Vice President of Ambulatory Services at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (CBMC), RWJBarnabas Health, Livingston.  Throughout her career, Cirne-Neves has demonstrated how to convert an organization's Mission, Vision, and Values into a leadership model that improves workforce engagement, organizational performance and results. She excels at strategic planning and implementation, operations management, and community benefit; and most of all, she shares the resolve that health administrators must nurture and contribute to the next generation of healthcare leaders.Cirne-Neves is board certified in hospital administration and as a fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE); she is a past president of ACHE's New Jersey chapter and serves as the ACHE Regent for New Jersey – Northern; as part of her annual Regent Awards Program, she has now introduced the Student Associate and Mid Careerist Regent Awards, elevating the significance of both levels of health administration. She has served on the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award Board of Examiners and under her leadership CBMC received the regional Baldrige Gold Award for Performance Excellence. She has enjoyed serving in the most senior roles at healthcare organizations and now promotes bridging healthcare organizations with healthcare education.

Send us a text#28: This week, Liz and Bryce The Third sit down with Calli Nguyen (she/her) — a 24 year old first-generation graduate student and full-time content creator. In addition to recently earning her Master's in Health Administration, Calli pursues a variety of creative endeavors as an influencer, actor, model, entrepreneur, and passionate mental health advocate. At the heart of everything she does is a clear mission: to create meaningful impact. Through personal reflection, Calli realized two key aspects of her purpose: first, that she wants to be a strong and proud representation for the AAIP (Asian American and Indigenous Pacific Islander) community and all underrepresented groups; and second, that she wants to reach a wide audience, lending her voice and amplifying other's who need it. As a person in recovery from alcoholism and self-harm, Calli blends her lived experience with her knowledge of healthcare medicine and her skills at content creation to connect with folks far and wide.Tune in to hear Calli's story — from losing herself during active addiction to finding her way back to healing and community. We dive into everything from navigating early recovery and the tools she uses, to the unexpected challenges she faced with social media after getting sober.To learn more about Calli, find her on Tik Tok at www.tiktok.com/@calli_nguyen?lang=en and follow her on Instagram www.instagram.com/calli_nguyen.Check out out Calli's YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@calli_nguyen/videos.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health or substance use related crisis, the following resources can provide immediate help.*If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, please dial 911.- Dial 988 for the SAMSHA Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.  Available 24/7- Text “HOME” to 741-741 for the NAMI Crisis Text Line.  Available 24/7.- Dial 1-800-622-2255 to connect with a nearby treatment center & community resources through the NCADD Hope Line. Available 24/7.- Call or text 1-844-326-5400 for The GSCA CARES Warm Line.  Answered by Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialists with lived experience of Substance Use Recovery.  Available any day of the year, 8:30am-11pm EST*Note: The resources listed are provided for informational purposes only.  This list is not comprehensive and does not constitute an endorsement from The Phoenix--------------------------------------------Join the Phoenix community & sign up for classes with a single click by downloading The Phoenix App! In the app, you can connect with Liz, Bryce and other listeners in The Rise Recover Live Podcast Group. Let us know what you thought about today's episode, and what you'd like to hear in future shows! We can't wait to chat with you there. Learn more about The Phoenix, sign up for classes, or become a volunteer at https://thephoenix.org/ . Find us on Instagram at @riserecoverlive

Government Agency -Medical and Occupational Health Program consists  of agency personnel that provide administrative functions, wellness initiatives, and other medically related activities designed to address the health and safety of employees in the workplace. The mission of the National Medical and Occupational Health Program is to reinforce the relationship between health, productivity, and the achievement of the Government Agency's business goals. This is accomplished through the development of quality programs and policies designed to promote and maintain employee health and to help ensure a safe, healthful work environment. The program's services include but are not limited to the following activities:      a. Providing preventive medical programs in health counseling, education, and        training.      b. Managing the care of acutely ill or injured employees.     c. Determining medical ability of applicants and employees to perform the    functions of the job.    d. Managing applicant and employee drug and alcohol testing programs.    e. Managing compliance with the regulatory requirements of theDepartment of Transportation, Office of Worker's Compensation Programs, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and other entities for which program compliance is required.For more information click on the show transcript:Dr. Taylor's contact information is: fedcompconsultants@protonmail.comIf you need a medical provider or assistance with an OWCP /  DOL claim in Tampa,  Pensacola Florida or Mobile Alabama    you can make an appointment to see Dr. Taylor, or Dr. Sullivan   at the clinic at  FWC Medical Centers. To make a consultation with Dr. Taylor  call the clinic at 813-215-4356 or go  to our website at https://mrtherapycenter.com/or https://fedcompconsultants.com/For responses email Dr. Taylor at fedcompconsultants@protonmail.comFEEDSPOT TOP 10 National Workers Compensation Podcast: https://podcast.feedspot.com/workers_compensation_podcasts/?feedid=5557942&_src=f2_featured_email

In this episode, host Helen Angus, CEO of AMS Healthcare, speaks with Dr. Andrew Bond. He is the Senior Vice President and Medical Director at GreenShield, Canada's only national non profit health and benefits provider, where he leads the Enterprise Clinical Office providing clinical governance for quality, innovation and health policy and partnerships for GreenShield's mental health, pharmacy, chronic disease and telemedicine services. Prior to his work at GreenShield, he was the Executive Medical Officer at Inner City Health Associates in Toronto, one of the largest community medical organizations in Canada.  He is a Board Member of AMS Healthcare, focused on AI and technology adoption in the healthcare sector, a member of the Innovation Advisory Committee of HealthcareCAN, and was an inaugural National Health Fellow at McMaster University.  Dr. Bond continues to practice as a primary care physician and is a faculty member of the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. Originally from Winnipeg, Dr. Bond completed his undergraduate training at Queen's University, his MD from the University of Ottawa,  postgraduate  specialty  training in Family Medicine at the University of Toronto and a Master of Health Administration from the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy at the Universities of Saskatchewan and Regina. He is currently completing a Master of Business Administration at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.   http://amshealthcare.ca/  

Protesters demonstrated outside the Pittsburgh office of Senator Dave McCormick, calling for more action to support Ukraine. A Pennsylvania state trooper is being charged with felony witness intimidation and misdemeanor counts of stalking and loitering. The deadline is just a few months away for Pennsylvanians to obtain a REAL ID card. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is investigating the shooting and hostage situation at UPMC Memorial Hospital. Senator John Fetterman was one of several Democratic votes that blocked legislation that would have barred transgender women and girls from participating in school athletic competitions. The U.S. Army plans to repatriate more remains from the Carlisle Indian School cemetery this year. Pasa Sustainable Agriculture is getting ready to furlough 60 of its 82 employees if money from its contracts with the federal government isn’t released by the end of this month. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"We always have done it this way"---is the death of inspiration and innovation in healthcare.  In this episode, Amie & Sara discuss moving beyond traditional administrative roles and cultivate the kind of leadership that inspires innovation and drives meaningful change with best-selling author, award-winning entrepreneur, and globally-renowned keynote speaker, Hamza Khan. We discuss his background working in the armed forces and how it led him to becoming a world speaker on  rehumanizing workplaces to achieve inclusive and sustainable growth (something desperately needed in healthcare)! In a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the need for modernization and fresh perspectives is paramount. We'll discuss how embracing new approaches to leadership can unlock inspiring and innovative results, leading to better patient outcomes and a more fulfilling work environment for healthcare professionals. Whether you're a seasoned healthcare executive, a frontline worker, or simply passionate about improving healthcare, this podcast offers valuable insights and practical advice for anyone ready to lead with heart and vision. About Hamza Khan Hamza Khan is a best-selling author, award-winning entrepreneur, and world-renowned keynote speaker whose TEDx talk "Stop Managing, Start Leading" has been viewed over two million times. He challenges audiences and organizations to rehumanize their workplaces to achieve inclusive and sustainable growth. He is a visiting scholar, top-ranked university educator, and respected thought leader with actionable insights featured by the likes of Inc., VICE, and Business Insider.   The world's leading organizations trust Khan to enhance modern leadership, inspire purposeful productivity, nurture lasting resilience, and navigate constant change. Khan has spoken on various global stages, from the World Youth Forum to TEDx, and works with clients such as Microsoft, PepsiCo, LinkedIn, Deloitte, Salesforce, TikTok, and hundreds of colleges and universities. Through his writing, speaking, teaching, and executive coaching, Khan empowers people to thrive in the future of work. Find him here: https://www.hamzakhan.ca Order our Book, The Wisdom Of Nurses! Leave us a review on Amazon! https://www.harpercollins.ca/9781443468718/the-wisdom-of-nurses/  https://www.grittynurse.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@grittynursepodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grittynurse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gritty.nurse.podcast/ X: https://x.com/GrittyNurse  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grittynurse  

In this conversation, Dr. Ryan Vega, Chief Health Officer for Vantiq, discusses the transformative role of AI in healthcare, the innovative capabilities of the Vantiq platform, and the importance of personalized healthcare solutions. He shares insights on the transition from the Veterans Health Administration to Vantiq, the use cases for their technology, and how generative AI is enhancing clinical decision-making. Dr. Vega emphasizes the need for transparency, safety, and effective orchestration of AI systems in healthcare, as well as the importance of collaboration with systems integrators and startups to drive innovation.In this episode , they discuss: Dr. Vega emphasizes the importance of workflow customization in healthcare.Vantiq's platform allows for low-code, no-code application development.Real-time orchestration of complex healthcare systems is crucial.Generative AI can significantly enhance clinical decision-making.Vantiq focuses on creating transparency and safety in AI workflows.The platform is designed to operate securely within healthcare environments.AI can augment human capabilities in critical care settings. A Little about Dr Ryan Vega: Dr. Ryan Vega serves as the Chief Health Officer for Vantiq and is the former Chief Innovation Officer for the Veterans Health Administration where he led enterprise innovation efforts across the largest integrated health system in the United States.His work has spanned large-scale digital modernization efforts, design and deployment of innovative care and payment models, and early design and development of healthcare software focused on improving health care delivery and experience for patients and providers.Dr. Vega also currently sits as the Physician in Residence for the Digital Medicine Society and holds academic appointments as an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Administration at Georgetown University as well as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at George Washington University. He is the recipient of many awards for his work in healthcare innovation and has published numerous articles on the topic.

For miners people who dig things out of the earth finding the healthcare and other providers they may need can present challenges. Now the Mine Safety and Health Administration part of the Labor Department has organized an online platform for miners. Joining me with the details statistician William Drexler and management and program analyst Joe Mackowiak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For miners people who dig things out of the earth finding the healthcare and other providers they may need can present challenges. Now the Mine Safety and Health Administration part of the Labor Department has organized an online platform for miners. Joining me with the details statistician William Drexler and management and program analyst Joe Mackowiak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“What I find most rewarding is connecting with nurses, who now understand the risks of exposure and are committed to minimizing their personal exposure. When I first started speaking about safe handling, there were a lot of nurses who were skeptical about the need for self-protection. I rarely see that now. Nurses are concerned for their own safety and more open to protective behaviors,” ONS member Martha Polovich, PhD, RN, AOCN®-Emeritus, adjunct professor in the School of Medicine at the University of Maryland, told Liz Rodriguez, DNP, RN, OCN®, CENP, ONS member and 50th anniversary committee member, during a conversation about the evolution of safe handling of hazardous drugs and ONS's role in shaping safe handling policies. Music Credit: “Fireflies and Stardust” by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0  Earn 0.5 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by February 7, 2027. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to the evolution of safe handling guidelines. Episode Notes  Complete this evaluation for free NCPD.    ONS Podcast™ episodes: Episode 330: Stay Up to Date on Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs Episode 308: Hazardous Drugs and Hazardous Waste: Personal, Patient, and Environmental Safety ONS 50th Anniversary series ONS Voice articles: Hazardous Drug Surface Contamination Prevails, Despite More Diligent PPE NIOSH Releases Its 2024 List of Hazardous Drugs USP Answers Some Difficult Questions About Hazardous Drug Safety ONS books: Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice (second edition) Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs (fourth edition) ONS courses: ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration™ ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate™ Safe Handling Basics Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing articles: Hazardous Drug Contamination: Presence of Bathroom Contamination in an Ambulatory Cancer Center Oral Chemotherapy: An Evidence-Based Practice Change for Safe Handling of Patient Waste Huddle Card: Introduction to Safe Handling ONS Safe Handling Learning Library Joint ONS and Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) position statement: Ensuring Healthcare Worker Safety When Handling Hazardous Drugs National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health: Managing Hazardous Drug Exposures: Information for Healthcare Settings American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Guidelines on Handling Hazardous Drugs USP FAQs Connie Henke Yarbro Oncology Nursing History Center To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities.  To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast Club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org. Highlights From This Episode “PPE has always been recommended to reduce exposure because gloves and gowns provide physical barrier to protect against dermal absorption. But what we didn't know back then was what gloves and gowns were made of mattered. So PVC gloves were often used just because they were readily available in all our clinical settings. Gowns were rarely worn for drug administration, even though they had been recommended since early on, and many considered gowns back then as optional because the wording in the [Occupational Safety and Health Administration] guidelines said ‘recommended' and not ‘required.'” TS 3:19 “Those early chemo gloves were a bit like wearing gloves you might use to clean your oven. They were so thick and got in the way of taking care of patients or mixing drugs or administering drugs. So the biggest change, I think, is that gloves that are currently available are very thin, and they provide the necessary protection for those who are handling hazardous drugs. We now have a gloves standard that requires permeation studies to demonstrate the protective ability of the gloves before they can be labeled for use with hazardous drugs.” TS 11:56 “ONS and HOPA developed a position statement on safe handling of hazardous drugs. … This came because our two organizations were unable to support some of the other proposed guidelines from another organization. So we got together, and through our cooperation, resulted in language about the importance of safe handling, about supporting safe handling for practitioners, pharmacists, and nurses. Also, I feel really good about this—our cooperation resulted in language about protecting the rights of staff who are trying to conceive or who are pregnant or who are breastfeeding to engage in alternative duty that doesn't require them to handle hazardous drugs.” TS 17:12 “If there's no worker safety, then who's going to take care of the patients?” TS 21:52 “What I find most rewarding is connecting with nurses, who now understand the risks of exposure and are committed to minimizing their personal exposure. When I first started speaking about safe handling, and that's going back a long way, there were a lot of nurses who were skeptical about the need for self-protection. They had been handling hazardous drugs for years and had no signs of ill effects, and so they assumed that we weren't overreacting with all of the recommendations. They saw the use of precautions and PPE as a speed bump in their busy day and also thought that was unnecessary. I rarely see that now. Nurses are concerned for their own safety and more open to protective behaviors.” TS 23:50

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In this episode we interview aesthetician, Nikki B with Nikki B Wellness about the new patch that has her looking, and feeling radiant, mentions of the Food and Health Administration and more.

Dr. Drew Pinsky, a board-certified physician in Internal and Addiction Medicine, television host, and author, joined The Guy Benson Show to discuss the devastating wildfires in Southern California and the failure of state leadership to prevent such disasters. Dr. Drew explained why he holds Democrats accountable for these shortcomings and said that he senses a change in the way that people are looking at CA government because of the Democrats' governing. Dr. Drew then shared insights on healthy ways to cope with trauma and loss caused by the wildfires. Dr. Drew also gave his thoughts on Trump's healthcare appointments, expressing both excitement and mixed emotions. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're back for the Season Five kick-off with a remarkable guest and friend to the show Dr. Chad “Chai” Kessler! On this season opener, Dr. Shari Dade sits down with Dr. Kessler and explores what it means to keep steady when the path forward is unclear, how to embrace mistakes as stepping-stones to growth, and ways to cultivate resilience. Whether you're dealing with rapid change or simply wondering how to prepare for the unexpected, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable advice that couldn't be more timely or essential!   Dr. Kessler is the National Director of Emergency Medicine for the Veteran's Health Administration, and he is currently consulting and acting as a liaison for the Veteran's Experience Office. He has also made an incredible contribution to our organization with his weekly vlog C20 and much anticipated blogs and emails on life and leadership.  Closed Caption Transcript is available at:  https://www.sharedfedtraining.org/Podcasts/TATF_S5E1.pdf  ===============================   Key Lessons:        There are moments when you overcome uncertainty because there are big things that need to get done and you may be the best person, in that moment, to get it done.    Getting started is the hardest part, but it can often lead to a sense of accomplishment that helps you keep moving during periods of change and uncertainty.       Be sure to find your support team during moments of uncertainty and lean on them when you feel overwhelmed or like a failure.     Interested in learning more about services offered by the National Center of Organization Development? Please check out additional services here:  VHA National Center for Organization Development - Home (sharepoint.com)

Send us a text"Tis' the Season" to head up to Ontario for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Sebastian Rodriguez-Elizalde!We talk about socialized medicine, enabling tech, Kevin O'Leary of Shark Tank, hockey (of course), VR training, even Hummer EV's!!  "Surround yourself with good people, and good things will happen"Dr. Sebastian Rodriguez-Elizalde is an Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction surgeon in Toronto, Ontario, and has a keen interest in minimally invasive Direct Anterior Approach Hip Replacement and Robotically Assisted Total Knee Replacement.  He is the current Fellowship Director for the Humber Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Program at Humber Hospital (University of Toronto).His orthopedic surgical residency training was completed at the University of Ottawa, after which he was accepted for Hip and Knee Reconstruction Fellowship training at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York. He was the recipient of the Phillip D. Wilson Award for his research while in New York (the only Canadian to ever win the award).After returning to Canada, he completed a second Fellowship in Advanced Orthopedic Trauma Reconstruction at Sunnybrook Hospital, under the tutelages of Dr. Kreder and Dr. Stephen. Dr. Rodriguez-Elizalde then further completed another Fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital in Lower Limb Extremity Reconstruction under the guidance of Dr. Backstein, before moving his practice to Humber Hospital.Early in his clinical practice, Dr. Rodriguez-Elizalde completed his Master's in Health Administration at the University of Toronto, and has a special interest in optimizing hospital resources and patient care pathways.Rodriquez Hip & Knee: https://rhksurgery.com/about/ Pathway Surgical: https://pathwaysurgery.com/sebastian-rodriguez-elizalde/Kevin O'Leary: https://www.facebook.com/kevinolearytv/videos/i-couldve-had-my-hip-replacement-surgery-anywhere-but-when-i-met-joe-gorman-from/500008162667094/Support the show

As the Federation of American Hospitals (FAH) prepares for a pivotal year ahead, this special episode takes a moment to reflect on the progress made in health care policy and the challenges and opportunities on the horizon. Join host Chip Kahn as he sits down with retiring Executive Vice President of Policy, Steve Speil, to discuss his nearly four decades of experience in health care policy and his reflections on his remarkable 27-year tenure at FAH.Steve's career has spanned transformative decades in health care, from his early days in Massachusetts state health planning to tackling the evolving complexities of hospital policy in Washington, D.C. His insights in health care policy and the hospital community's resilience shine a light on how far we've come—and the work still ahead to ensure patients have access to 24/7 care.In this episode, Chip and Steve discuss: Steve's Career Journey Leading to FAH: From a Master in Public Health to law school and a career spanning Massachusetts state health planning, the Dukakis administration, AdvaMed, and ultimately the Federation of American Hospitals.Early Days at FAH: A look back at the early years of Steve's time at FAH, navigating key regulations like IPPS and legislation including the Balanced Budget Act.Changing Landscape of Health Policy: Steve reflects on accomplishments during his tenure and insights into how hospital policy has evolved, now facing increased burdens.Opportunities Ahead: Steve discusses the continued resilience of hospitals in the face of challenges and the critical role of organizations like FAH in supporting hospitals and the communities they serve.Guest bio: In his capacity as Executive Vice President of Policy, Steve Speil manages the Federation's broad portfolio of payment policy issues. He serves as the association's chief liaison on these issues with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission. Working closely with the senior finance and policy executives in the Federation's member companies, Steve develops and carries out both issue-specific and general strategic plans designed to advance the finance and payment related regulatory and legislative interests of the FAH.Prior to joining the Federation, Steve served as Associate Vice President, Policy Coordination and Communication for the Health Industry Manufacturers Association (now AdvaMed), the national trade group representing the medical technology industry. Before moving to Washington, Steve held a succession of increasingly senior management and policy positions in Massachusetts. During his time in the Bay State, Steve served as Legal Counsel to the Lieutenant Governor, Legislative Counsel for the Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Executive Director of the Disabled Persons Protection Commission, and Legal Counsel and Policy Director in the Office of State Health Planning. Steve also taught health law and policy as an Assistant Professor at Simmons College Graduate Program of Health Administration.At the federal level, Steve served in the Food and Drug Administration's Office of Legislative and Congressional Affairs. He also worked in the Environmental Protection Agency's Office of General Counsel.Steve earned a J.D. degree from American University's Washington College of Law; a Master in Public Health degree in Health Administration from the University of North Carolina School of Public Health; and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology/Zoology from the University of Michigan.

Doug Henry, PhD, Vice President and Medical Director of Enterprise Behavioral Health at Highmark Health, and Mari Vandenburgh, Vice President of Health Programs and Solutions at Highmark Health, join Eric to share Highmark's innovative approaches to transforming care delivery through digital and hybrid solutions. Topics include: Post-Acute Care Innovations: AHN At-Home Care program's multidisciplinary approach integrates mental health support to reduce readmissions and save $600 PMPM in total care costs. Addressing Network and Access Gaps: Highmark's strategic initiatives to expand access through geo-analysis, virtual-first strategies, and enhanced provider partnerships. Virtual Mental Health: A closer look at Highmark's partnership with Spring Health to provide personalized, outcome-driven mental health care, achieving symptom remission in six weeks or less for 70% of patients with moderate to severe conditions. Living Health Strategy: Leveraging personalized nudges and integrated digital platforms to boost member engagement, with 79% receiving their first mental health care through the program. Innovation for Loneliness and Beyond: Doug shares groundbreaking grant projects, such as using technology and social prescriptions to address loneliness and improve senior care outcomes. This episode is packed with actionable insights for health plans seeking to close access gaps, enhance member experience, and drive measurable outcomes in mental health and beyond. Tune in to learn from Highmark's bright spots and discover strategies to replicate their success.   About Doug and Mari Doug is a clinical psychologist licensed in Pennsylvania and California and brings over 20 years of experience in professional applied psychology, including inpatient, outpatient, and administrative assignments. Attracted by the integrated payer-provider model and emphasis on patient-centered treatment, he joined the Allegheny Health Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Institute in 2017 as vice president. In addition to his role at the enterprise, he continues to serve as a leadership dyad for the Institute. Before joining AHN, Dr. Henry served as clinical administrator at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic for UPMC Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Services, the UPMC Center for Autism and Developmental Disorders, and the UPMC Center for Eating Disorders. Mari is responsible for identifying and managing best-in-class healthcare solutions to improve Quadruple Aim outcomes related to chronic and episodic clinical conditions and validating multi-year business case value drivers and ROI. She has been with Highmark in various roles since 2005. Mari has a Bachelor of Science from Duquesne and a Master of Health Administration from the University of Pittsburgh. About Highmark Health Highmark Health is a $27 billion national, blended health organization with one of America's largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional hospital and physician network. Based in Pittsburgh, Pa., Highmark Health's 44,000 employees serve millions of customers nationwide through the nonprofit organization's affiliated businesses, including Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, HM Insurance Group, United Concordia Dental, enGen, and Helion.   We'd love to hear from you! Send your comments, suggestions and ideas to hello@brightspotsinhealthcare.com   Visit our website to learn more about the show! www.brightspotsinhealthcare.com        

Imagine unlocking a healthier, more vibrant life by simply adjusting the way you sit, stand, and breathe. Our guest today, Dr. Krista Burns shares her powerful journey from Olympic dreams cut short by a spinal injury to becoming a leading expert in posture correction. Through small but transformative adjustments to our posture, she shows how we can alleviate pain, sharpen our minds, and reclaim our confidence. Her story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the profound impact of mindful movement in a world increasingly shaped by sedentary habits. It's time to sit tall, breathe deep, and live with intention—because even the smallest changes can ignite big shifts in your health and well-being. Key Takeaways: Learn how to recognize and correct common posture issues, like tech neck, to feel more energized and reduce daily discomfort. Discover practical techniques like neck retractions and posture breaks that can be easily integrated into your routine for long-term benefits. Understand the connection between posture and mental clarity, and how simple adjustments can boost confidence and positivity. Gain insights into creating an ergonomic workspace to support better alignment and overall health. Explore the profound impact of movement and alignment on your nervous system, empowering you to take control of your well-being.   About the Guest:  Dr. Krista Burns is the founder of the American Posture Institute, author of the textbook The Posture Principles, and TEDx Speaker. Dr. Krista is a dual doctorate as a Doctor of Chiropractic and a Doctor of Health Administration, and she is a Functional Neurology Diplomate by the American Chiropractic Neurology Board. Dr. Krista is an instructor of clinical sciences for doctoral students at National University of Health Sciences and is an adjunct professor at Everglades University teaching public health to masters students. She has been featured on media including ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox News Radio, and Global Woman Magazine, and prestigious stages including the World Congress of Neurology and Neurological Disorders and the World Congress of Falls and Postural Stability. She was recognized as a Top 100 Doctor by the Global Summits Institute and is the host of the International Posture Symposium. https://americanpostureinstitute.com/ https://drkrista.kartra.com/page/the-7-day-posture-reset-register   Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco   Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

When Kim Clark was completing research for his doctoral dissertation, he compared two nearly identical cement plants located five miles apart. As an economist, he couldn't pinpoint why one plant was 70% more productive than the other. Determined to solve the mystery, he visited both plants and quickly found the answer: the more productive plant had a flat hierarchy and a collegial culture.  Kim, Jonathan, and Erin Clark are co-authors of the book Leading Through, which explores the transition from traditional leadership models to a more human-centered approach that integrates the soul, heart, and mind to create thriving organizations. In this episode, Dart, Kim, Jon, and Erin discuss:- Morality in business- The “power-over” paradigm that humans default to - Decoupling leadership from hierarchies - A new paradigm of leadership called “leading through”- How to activate the soul, heart, and mind in leadership- Using modularity to lead through work- And other topics…Kim, Jonathan, and Erin Clark are co-authors of the book Leading Through, which explores the transition from traditional leadership models to a more human-centered approach that integrates the soul, heart, and mind to create thriving organizations. Kim Clark is the NAC Distinguished Professor of Management at the BYU Marriott School of Business and former President of BYU-Idaho. He is also the former Dean of Faculty of the Harvard Business School. Within his roles, Kim focuses on the role of leaders in creating outstanding performance, modularity in design, and the interaction of technological change and competition in industry evolution. Jonathan Clark is an associate professor of management at UT San Antonio. Prior to UT, he served as executive director of the Master of Health Administration program at Penn State. His research has been published in the Academy of Management Journal, Health Affairs, and Leadership Quarterly, among others. Erin Clark is a managing director with Deloitte Consulting's Human Capital practice, where she specializes in helping clients improve performance, drive change, and create sustainable advantages through people. With over two decades of experience advising clients across industries, she believes strongly in the work of leadership to activate and unleash human potential. Resources mentioned:Leaning Through, by Kim, Jonathan, and Erin Clark: https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Through-Activating-Heart-Leadership-ebook/dp/B0CT49ZG1K Humanocracy, by Gary Hamel: https://www.amazon.com/Humanocracy-Creating-Organizations-Amazing-People-ebook/dp/B07B9HFSHX Connect with the Clark family:www.leadingthrough.co Kim Clark LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-b-clark-19664920a/Jonathan Clark LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-clark-3734616/ Erin Clark LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erineliseclark/   Work with Dart:Dart is the CEO and co-founder of the work design firm 11fold. Build work that makes employees feel alive, connected to their work, and focused on what's most important to the business. Book a call at 11fold.com.

In this episode, Leora, co-host of Elevate Care, interviews Laura Griffin, VP of Nursing Operations at ECU Health, on her journey in healthcare, her role in optimizing nursing operations, and the partnership with AMN Healthcare. The conversation covers the challenges faced in staffing post-pandemic, the importance of workforce analysis, and the implementation of a centralized staffing office. Laura emphasizes the significance of building a positive culture, addressing burnout, and leveraging data for informed staffing decisions. She expresses excitement for the future of nursing at ECU Health and the ongoing innovations in healthcare.Chapters00:00 Introduction to ECU Health and Laura Griffin's Background02:52 Laura's Role and Responsibilities at ECU Health06:04 Partnership with AMN Healthcare: Challenges and Solutions08:53 Workforce Analysis and Staffing Strategies11:48 Centralized Staffing Office: A New Approach14:57 Building a Positive Culture and Retention Strategies18:10 The Importance of Data in Staffing Decisions20:58 Future of Nursing Operations and Addressing Burnout23:53 Final Thoughts on Healthcare Innovations and Partnerships About LauraLaura Griffin currently serves as Vice President of System Nursing Operations at ECU Health, a position held since November 2023. Prior to this role, Laura held multiple leadership positions at Allegheny Health Network from May 2012 to July 2023, including Vice President of the Nursing Institute and Vice President of Nursing Operations & Strategy. Laura's early career at Allegheny Health Network included roles such as Director of Network Nursing Operations and Clinical Project Manager at both Allegheny General Hospital and West Penn Hospital, focusing on clinical project design and implementation with a strong emphasis on data analysis. In addition to practical experience, Laura has contributed to academia as an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health from August 2018 to January 2024. Laura holds a Master of Health Administration from the University of Pittsburgh and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from the University of Mount Union. About LeoraAs President of Workforce Strategy & Optimization (WSO) at AMN Healthcare, Leora leads the WSO team in strategy, technology, analytics solutions, and consulting. She has over 15 years of experience in healthcare services, business development, and program management. She holds an MBA from Nova Southeastern University and a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Miami. Connect with Leora: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leorawestbrook/ About The Show: Elevate Care delves into the latest trends, thinking, and best practices shaping the landscape of healthcare. From total talent management to solutions and strategies to expand the reach of care, we discuss methods to enable high quality, flexible workforce and care delivery. We will discuss the latest advancements in technology, the impact of emerging models and settings, physical and virtual, and address strategies to identify and obtain an optimal workforce mix. Tune in to gain valuable insights from thought leaders focused on improving healthcare quality, workforce well-being, and patient outcomes. Find Us On:Website – https://www.amnhealthcare.com/podcast/elevate-care-podcast/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@ElevateCarePodcastSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5R2oWLZXYfjtPGW7o5KpuoApple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/elevate-care/id1710406359Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/amnhealthcare/LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/amn-healthcare/X – https://twitter.com/amnhealthcare/Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/amnhealthcare/ Powered by AMN Healthcare

Rancho Mesa's Alyssa Burley and Client Technology Coordinator, Brenda Khalil, discuss safety tips from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, better known as OSHA, to protect workers during the holiday season. Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Alyssa Burley Guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brenda Khalil⁠⁠ Editor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Jadyn Brandt Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “News Room News” by Spence © Copyright 2024. Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. All rights reserved

Alvin and German conduct a compelling conversation with retired U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission Chief Administrative Law Judge, Covette Rooney '74. A member of Colgate's first coed first-year class, Judge Rooney joined the Review Commission as a Federal Administrative Law Judge in 1996 and, in 2011, became its first African American and first woman to be named Chief Administrative Law Judge.   As Chief Judge, she presided over complex and significant disputes related to Occupational Safety and Health Administration citations. She was also responsible for case management and oversight, as well as hiring and training staff, including legal assistants, law clerks, and judges, across the Denver, Atlanta, and National offices.   Earlier in her career, Judge Rooney served as a U.S. Administrative Law Judge at the Social Security Administration in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, where she received the Hattiesburg School District Outstanding African American Award. Before taking the bench, she had a distinguished 14-year tenure with the Philadelphia Regional Office of the Solicitor, U.S. Department of Labor. There, she served as Regional Counsel for the Mine Safety and Health Administration Black Lung Program and as a Senior Trial Attorney.   After graduating from Colgate University with a BA in Political Science, she earned her Juris Doctorate degree from Temple University School of Law. During her time at Colgate, she was a drum major for the football team, a dancer, and an theater enthusiast.

Send us a textContent Warning: cancer, death of a parent, suicide, mention of car accident, mention of sibling loss About This EpisodeTune in to hear the bold story of Amy Ware, a distinguished healthcare executive and mental health advocate. Amy shares her journey of resilience, from taking care of her mother as a young child to the moment she dared to step out on her own during high school to where she is today as the Associate Regional Vice President of Oncology for Sarah Cannon. Her bold commitment to authenticity and education carved a path of impact, turning life's trials into a testament of courage and self-discovery. Amy also reflects on coping with profound losses, including her father's suicide. Through her story, we highlight the power of turning grief into a purpose that aids others and the crucial role of mental health support. This episode underscores the importance of empathy, genuine relationships, and the power of community in the healing journey. Embark on this episode with us to explore the strength found in vulnerability and the enduring impact of compassionate connections. About Amy WareAmy Ware is a seasoned healthcare executive with a passion for elevating access to research-driven oncology care. As Associate Regional Vice President of Oncology for HCA's Sarah Cannon Cancer Network at TriStar Health, she oversees oncology across 10 hospitals, working to ensure comprehensive oncology care for those across Tennessee and Kentucky. Prior to her current role, Amy served as senior advisor to the CEO at one of the nation's largest cancer centers. There, she led high-impact initiatives driving strategic growth and operational excellence. Her professional accomplishments are complemented by a robust academic background. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Healthcare Administration from Franklin University, holds a Master's degree in Health Administration, a Master's degree in Education, and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. She is also a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. Beyond her professional achievements, Amy is a passionate mental health advocate. Motivated by personal tragedies—losing her stepbrother at age 8 and her father to suicide three years ago—she has become a powerful voice for mental health awareness. Leveraging her social platforms, she regularly speaks publicly about the importance of mental health, working tirelessly to destigmatize mental health issues and promote accessible, integrated care solutions that address both physical and emotional well-being. Additional ResourcesLinkedIn: @AmyWare Support the show-------- Stay Connected www.leighburgess.com Watch the episodes on YouTube Follow Leigh on Instagram: @theleighaburgess Follow Leigh on LinkedIn: @LeighBurgess Sign up for Leigh's bold newsletter

Rancho Mesa's Alyssa Burley and Client Technology Coordinator, Brenda Khalil, discuss the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's List of Most Frequently Cited Standards for fiscal year 2024. Show Notes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to Rancho Mesa's Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Alyssa Burley Guest: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brenda Khalil⁠⁠ Editor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Jadyn Brandt Music: "Home" by JHS Pedals, “News Room News” by Spence © Copyright 2024. Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc. All rights reserved

Our guest, Jan Hill, assistant professor of Health Administration and Public Health at Baptist Health Sciences University, discusses social determinants of health and the partnership with Forrest Spence Fund by providing interns.Our show host is Brittany Spence and our Executive Producer is Castria.Subscribe today to stay up to date and don't forget to leave a rating and review!

Discover the unique journey of Rulon Stacey whose  story takes us through his humble beginnings at BYU, his service in the United States Air Force, to his award-winning leadership as the CEO of leading health systems, including Fairview Health System in Minneapolis, University of Colorado Health, and the Poudre Valley Health System (PVHS) in Fort Collins, Colorado. Under Dr Stacey's leadership, Poudre Valley became one of the first hospitals to receive the United States' most prestigious quality award, The Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.  Rulon reflects on the meaningful transition from a healthcare professional, Guidehouse consultant, Board Chair of ACHE, and Director of Graduate Programs in Health Administration at the University of Colorado, to mission president for the Church of Jesus Christ of latter-Day Saints in Canada.  This episode is a heartfelt tribute to leadership, growth, and the enduring connections that can help shape our lives as leaders not just in  healthcare but in our community.  

NEW episode of The ASHHRA Podcast that we know you'll find invaluable! Tune in as we broadcast from the stunning rooftop of the Alida Hotel in Savannah, Georgia, during the prestigious ASHHRA Executive Summit. Bo and Luke are joined by an exceptional guest, Michelle Wiles, the Chief People and Culture Officer at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Dive into an episode filled with insights, strategies, and inspiration for healthcare HR professionals!Episode Highlights:The ASHHRA Executive Summit Experience: Get a front-row seat as Michelle Wiles shares her appreciation for the close-knit setting of this summit, where healthcare HR executives build relationships and share industry experiences. Learn why this non-salesy, member-driven event stands out!Practical HR Strategies and Operations: Michelle delves into the importance of a strong HR foundation, likening it to constructing a house. Discover her practical advice on streamlining transactional processes and how she significantly reduced time-to-fill positions from 66 to 44 days at her organization by optimizing business processes.Transforming Through Technology: Explore Michelle's expertise in change management as she shares insights on effectively implementing new technology. Learn about the common pitfalls of incorporating old processes into new systems and the importance of seamless workflows and effective communication.Career Development and Workforce Insights: Passionate about helping others explore career paths, Michelle offers valuable advice on gaining real-world experience and the benefits of varied professional exposure. Dive into her reflections on healthcare employment benchmarks and strategies to improve job satisfaction among new graduate nurses.Leadership and Teamwork: Hear from Michelle on balancing rational decisions with empathy in leadership roles. Gain perspective on the unique integration of healthcare HR with business operations and the vital role of collaborative effort within teams.Why Attend the ASHHRA Executive Summit?Networking and Skill Enhancement: With roughly 20-25 healthcare HR executives in attendance, this is your chance to engage in meaningful relationship-building and problem-solving.Career Advice Corner:Michelle Wiles also touched on the MHA (Master of Health Administration) residency programs and the importance of lateral career movements for development. She stresses the significant impact of diverse professional experiences and encourages a proactive approach to career progression.Get ready to redefine your HR strategies and operations with insights from one of the industry's most respected leaders. Thank you for being a part of our thriving community. Let's continue to learn, grow, and excel together!Warm Regards,The ASHHRA Podcast TeamThis episode is sponsored by RxBenefits... Unlock Pharmacy Plan Potential!Your employees expect top-tier medical benefits, like comprehensive care access. But how can you balance these expectations against rising costs, across your full benefits portfolio? Did you know that hospital employees fill 25% more prescriptions each year than other industries? How can you tell if all those prescriptions were needed, or if you could have had significant cost savings by filling at your own hospital pharmacies?Contact RxBenefits today to learn more: https://rxbene.fit/3ZaurZN Support the show

In this episode we hear from Chris Weathington, Director of Practice Support for North Carolina Area Health Education Centers, about how his organization provides training and resources to enable practices to focus on value rather than spending time on administrative burdens, thereby freeing up providers to better focus on patient care.Chris Weathington, welcome to the Move to Value podcast.Well, thank you for having me.Great. So Chris, for our listeners that may not be familiar with you, can you give us a little bit, tell us a little bit about yourself and your background?Sure. Well, I, I'm the director of practice support at North Carolina Area Health Education Centers, otherwise known as NCAHEC. I'm originally from Eastern North Carolina in small town called Winterville in Pitt County. My background is I've been working in Health Administration for a very long time, mostly working in a large health system but working largely with primary care and in the field of practice management and business development over the years. I've worked extensively in rural health helping providers figure out how best to survive and thrive with value-based care. So my educational background is about a master's in Health Administration and Bachelor of Science in public health from UNC Gillings School of Public Health. So, I'm a true Tar Heel, but I've been in North Carolina my entire life.Great. That's great background, Chris. Thank you. And go Heels. So, you mentioned currently you're the director of NCAHEC practice support. Tell us about NCAHEC. Give us a little bit more and specifically what your role is and what your team that you ever see does.Sure. Well, North Carolina, AHEC was established in the early 1970s. It's been around for about 50 years. It's a state agency. Our program office is based out of the UNC School of Medicine and we have 9 regional AHEC centers located throughout the state, many of them part of large health systems and some that are independent 501c3 not-for-profits. So they're geographically dispersed in Asheville, Charlotte, Winston Salem, Greensboro, Raleigh, Wilmington, Greenville, Rocky Mountain, Fayetteville, and Greensboro. And the mission of AHEC is to recruit, train and retain the state's health workforce. As you know, we have significant health workforce challenges if we didn't have them already prior to COVID. So practice support is one of several offerings or service lines, if you will, to fulfill that mission. So in practice support, we are committed to helping train and retain the state's health workforce. So working largely with practices in rural and underserved areas, primary care safety net providers such as FQHCs and rural health clinics and health departments, specialist and behavioral health providers, helping them to stand on their own two feet and working in doing that in partnership with accountable care organizations and CINs such as yourself over at CHESS. So that's really what we're all about. And in the value-based world, while practices are working in the Fee-for-service model, which still is around maybe a little bit less, but it's still largely there, helping practices not only function in that environment, but also survive and thrive with value based care. And that's hard and it's hard work, but that's what we're committed to do.That's a great mission and, and you guys do great work. I love meeting with you and hearing about how things are going throughout the, the state and healthcare. You guys have a great pulse on that always. And as you mentioned, one of the things that you guys or one of the areas you really focus on really is in the rural communities. And as you know, much of the care in North Carolina is...

Keller and Heckman Partner Manesh Rath hosts OSHA 30/30, a webinar series that covers OSHA issues for 30 minutes every 30 days. Mr. Rath is a trial and appellate attorney with experience in general commercial litigation, wage and hour and class action litigation, occupational safety and health (OSHA) law, labor law, and employment law. This month's topic: A Conversation with the Honorable Douglas Parker, the Assistant Secretary of Labor for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration

In this installment of our Safety Perspectives From the Dallas Region podcast series, shareholders Frank Davis (Dallas) and John Surma (Houston) discuss the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) new Severe Injury Reports (SIR) dashboard. John and Frank review the evolution of workplace injury record-keeping and reporting requirements, including deadlines and penalties. They also cover how the SIR dashboard's data collection, along with its increased availability and accessibility to the public, may impact employers.

Was the Occupational Safety and Health Administration properly created? Was the grant of authority Congress gave the agency constitutional and valid, or did Congress create an overpowered agency, to micromanage businesses throughout the United States. That is the question in the case Allstates Refractory Contractors, LLC v. Julie A. Su, Acting Secretary of Labor, et.al. Sadly, the Supreme Court decided not to year the case, even if Justice Gorsuch would have and Justice Thomas wrote a dissent.

At least nine people were killed and over 2,700 wounded, when handheld pagers exploded near simultaneously across Lebanon. The apparent remote attack impacted several hundred members of the Hezbollah terrorist group. Hezbollah blames Israel and has vowed retaliation. Israel has not taken responsibility for the attack.Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said his state will launch its own criminal investigation into the second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. He added that Florida prosecutors will pursue the most serious charges available under state law, including attempted murder.Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at her first live campaign interview with reporters hosted by the National Association of Black Journalists. She answered questions about Trump's assassination attempt, the Israel-Hamas war, and Springfield, Ohio. Harris will join a live event with Oprah Winfrey in Michigan on Thursday.Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs was charged with racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking in a federal indictment. Prosecutors said that for decades, Combs abused, threatened and coerced victims for sexual purposes. He pleaded not guilty. A judge ordered that he be held without bail.OceanGate's former operations director testified at the US Coast Guard hearing on the Titan submersible implosion. He said that the tragedy could have been prevented if the Occupational Safety and Health Administration had investigated his complaint.

The recent SCOTUS decision in Loper Bright may make it difficult for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to enforce its authority in court. Chapters 00:00 The Impact of the Loper Bright Decision 03:25 OSHA's Interpretation and Enforcement of Regulations 07:12 Challenges to OSHA's Walk-Around Rule and Heat Stress Guidance 09:29 The Self-Enforcement Mechanism of OSHRC 17:05 The Future of OSHA and the Regulatory Landscape

Join me for an eye-opening conversation with posture expert Dr. Krista Burns, where we dive deep into how your posture impacts your longevity, health, and overall well-being. We'll explore common postural issues like tech neck and share simple, effective strategies to help you maintain a pain-free posture right from home. Dr. Burns opens up about her journey from aspiring Olympian to chiropractor, offering real-world tips and exercises to boost your posture and wellness. Discover how better posture can enhance not just your physical health, but also your mental balance and ageing process. Don't miss this engaging discussion packed with actionable insights to help you live healthier, longer, and better! Key Takeaways: Impact of Posture on Health: Proper posture is essential for optimal bodily function, affecting everything from organ health to mental well-being. Technic and Forward Head Posture: Excessive use of technology leads to tech neck, significantly impacting the cervical spine and overall posture. Postural Distortion Patterns: Common patterns like upper cross syndrome and anterior pelvic tilt can lead to chronic pain and dysfunction. Home Exercises for Better Posture: Simple exercises such as neck retractions and posture angels can greatly improve posture when done regularly. Children's Posture: The changing posture of children due to technology use is worrisome and requires immediate attention to prevent long-term health issues.   More of Dr. Krista Burns: Dr. Krista Burns is the founder of the American Posture Institute, author of the textbook The Posture Principles, and TEDx Speaker. Dr. Krista has two doctorate degrees and is leading the charge against postural decline as a Doctor of Chiropractic and a Doctor of Health Administration. She is an instructor of clinical sciences at National University of Health Sciences teaching doctoral students and an adjunct professor at Everglades University teaching public health to masters students. She has been featured on media including ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox News Radio, and Global Woman Magazine, and prestigious stages including the World Congress of Neurology and NeurologicalDisorders and the World Congress of Falls and Postural Stability. She was recognized as a Top 100 Doctor by the Global Summits Institute and is the host of the International Posture Symposium.   Website The 7-Day Posture Reset Instagram   Connect with me!: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube

*Texas A&M researchers continue to learn more about avian influenza in dairy cattle.  *The Occupational Safety and Health Administration is accepting comments on the proposed heat illness standard.  *U.S. beef exports were higher in July. *Pasture management is making a difference on some Texas High Plains ranches.  *Congress is back in Washington D.C. and farm groups are pushing for action on a Farm Bill.  *The West Texas Fair and Rodeo in Abeline is attracting competitors and visitors from around the country.  *Coastal Bend farmers and ranchers are looking forward to better weather this month.  *This is the time of year to be concerned about salt toxicity in livestock.  

On this episode of the Healthcare Plus Podcast, Quint Studer welcomes special guest Leonard Friedman, Ph.D., a Professor of Health Policy and Management and the director of the Executive Master of Health Administration degree at the George Washington University. Their discussion focuses on the evolving landscape of healthcare leadership, emphasizing the need for emotional and social intelligence in navigating complex systems. Leonard highlights key insights from his article, "Developing Leadership Competencies for an Uncertain Future," (published by the American College of Healthcare Executives) revealing that nearly half of healthcare leaders are relatively new to their roles. The conversation explores crucial leadership skills such as change management, self-awareness, and adaptability to complexity, underscoring the importance of fostering a culture of innovation and developing a workforce capable of navigating today's and tomorrow's changing environment. Quint and Leonard highlight the need for healthcare leaders to embrace open-mindedness, introspection, and collaborative approaches to break down departmental silos and improve patient outcomes. About Leonard H. Friedman, Ph.D., M.P.H., FACHELeonard Friedman is a Professor of Health Policy and Management and is director of the Executive Master of Health Administration degree at the George Washington University.  He earned his Ph.D. at the University of Southern California, School of Public Administration in 1991 where his dissertation examined technology acquisition in hospitals in Southern California.  Dr. Friedman's scholarly work has concentrated on the mechanisms of organizational change and strategic decision-making in health service organizations. Dr. Friedman has been the chair of the Health Care Management Division of the Academy of Management and Association of University Programs in Health Administration. He is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives and is a past-president of the National Capital Healthcare Executives Chapter of ACHE. In 2015, Dr. Friedman was inducted into the Studer Group Fire Starter Hall of Fame. Dr. Friedman is the editor of the Journal of Health Administration Education.

Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Wednesday, August 21, 20244:20 pm: Former Utah Congressman Jason Chaffetz, now an analyst for Fox News, joins the program for a conversation about his recent piece on how Kamala Harris is not prepared for a political fight against Donald Trump.5:05 pm: Cache County Sheriff Chad Jensen joins Rod and Greg to discuss a proposed new rule from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration that would essentially do away with all volunteer search and rescue teams in the state of Utah.6:05 pm: Investment advisor Gary Gygi joins the show for a conversation about the recent revelation that the Bureau of Labor Statistics will downward revise the number of jobs for April 2023 to March 2024 by up to one million.6:38 pm: Josh Crawford, Director of Criminal Justice Initiatives at the Georgia Center for Opportunity joins the show for a conversation about Kamala Harris' plans for criminal justice.

In this installment of our Safety Perspectives From the Dallas Region podcast series, John Surma (shareholder, Houston) is joined by special guest Melissa Bailey (shareholder, Washington, D.C.) to discuss the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) proposed rule on “Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings.” Melissa and John explain how the rulemaking process works and discuss potential challenges if the rule becomes final. They also review key aspects of the rule, including temperature levels that trigger coverage under the standard, acclimatization protocols, mandatory rest breaks, and employee training.

This podcast features a conversation between Anthony Stanowski and Bill Santulli, operating partner at Water Street Healthcare Partners and former president of Advocate Health-Midwest Region.   Bill discusses his career journey and provides insights for early careerists to achieve success.  With a theme of “Leaders Never Arrive”, Bill begins with his decision to pursue a Master's in Health Administration at the University of Minnesota, and his early experiences as an administrative resident and as a fellow.Bill highlights the importance of the American College of Healthcare Executives, where he is Chair for 2024-2025. Anthony and Bill delve into the importance of lifelong learning, inquisitiveness, seeking feedback, bringing positive energy to work, and staying true to core values.    

There are incredible benefits to using fertility awareness based methods (FABM) for reproductive health and family planning, but not all OBGYNs, midwives, or clinicians are on board. Why is this the case? Is there something "iffy" about FABMs? Is natural family planning (NFP) actually just the rhythm method? Yikes! Dr. Marguerite Duane, co-founder and executive director of FACTS about Fertility shares the science behind FABMs, why your physician may not know about them, and practical tips and resources for getting them on board and educated. We need more medical professionals knowledgeable and educated in areas of restorative reproductive healthcare -- not only for our own needs, but for future generations. Join us as we take the first step together! NOTE: This episode is appropriate for all audiences. GUEST BIO: Dr. Duane, a board-certified family physician, is co-founder and Executive Director of FACTS about Fertility, an organization dedicated to educating medical professionals and students about the scientific evidence supporting fertility awareness-based methods (FABMs). Dr. Duane trained as a Creighton, FEMM and NeoFertility Medical consultant, and a TeenSTAR educator. She received her M.D. degree from the State University of New York at Stony Brook and completed her Family Medicine residency at Lancaster General Hospital in Pennsylvania. She received a Bachelor of Science with Honors and a Master of Health Administration degree from Cornell University. In 2022, Dr. Duane completed a primary care research fellowship at the University of Utah earning a Master of Science in Public Health. SHOW NOTES: FACTS About Fertility ResearchInterested in learning about the Creighton Model System? You're in the right place! Register for Creighton Introductory Session: Register here for our next Introductory SessionLooking for ways to implement fertility awareness into your life and faith? Check out out most helpful resources: Substack Newsletter (free)Website Resources (free)Have a question or want to give us feedback? Send us a Text Message.Support the Show.This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health provider regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Neither Woven nor its staff, nor any contributor to this podcast, makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.

In this installment of our Safety Basics podcast series, shareholders John Surma (Houston) and Phillip Russell (Tampa) discuss the Occupational Safety and Health Act's General Duty Clause, which allows employers to be cited for conditions that create a hazard to health or a safety risk for employees if the hazard is “recognized.” Phillip and John review the four elements of a violation, how a hazard is defined under the General Duty Clause, limitations on who is subject to the General Duty Clause and how the Occupational Safety and Health Administration applies the standard, how employers can abate a recognized hazard (including economic feasibility), and practical tips to handle and/or prevent citations.

In episode 103 of Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton, Tip Fallon, and Stephen Graves explore the nuances of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), exploring the differences between inclusive and equitable leadership. The conversation highlights the importance of not only representation but also the behavior and mindset of individuals within organizations, emphasizing the need for fairness and addressing power imbalances. This episode provides valuable insights for nonprofit leaders seeking to cultivate more equitable and inclusive organizations, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection, systemic change, and embracing humanity in leadership.   Episode highlights: Defining DEI [00:8:08] Defining DEI: The conversation begins with an exploration of what diversity, equity, and inclusion mean to each participant and how their understanding has evolved over time. Equitable Nonprofit Leadership [00:08:50] Inclusive vs. Equitable Leadership: Distinguishing between inclusive and equitable leadership, emphasizing the importance of fairness and addressing power imbalances. Equity's Challenges: The challenges of equity, particularly in recognizing and confronting one's own complicity in perpetuating inequitable systems. DEI is more than Representation  [00:13:44] Representation and Behavior: The disconnect between representation and actual behavior within organizations, noting that diverse representation does not guarantee equitable or inclusive practices. [00:21:30] - Practical Strategies for Equitable Leadership - Concrete examples to create more equitable hiring practices. - Piloting inclusive structures and the importance of leaders doing their own self-work to understand their privilege and responsibility.   00:28:30 - Hippy Dippy or Innovation - The resistance to DEI initiatives and the perception of these efforts as "soft" or "extra." - The financial implications of not addressing DEI, including lost productivity and customer base. - Questioning the fundamental purpose of organizations and the costs of maintaining exploitative practices.   00:38:30 - Embracing Humanity in Leadership - The cultural barriers to embracing emotions and humanity in the workplace. - The need for leaders to create psychologically safe environments and to see employees as whole human beings.   Guest Bios: Tip Fallon partners with leaders and teams to create effective and equitable organizations. He became interested in leadership and creating inclusive cultures at a young age, growing up in an area that had substantive racial, ethnic, and socio-economic diversity, and as the son of an immigrant in a multiracial family. Coming from a predominantly working class neighborhood, he also saw the impact any leader can have at all levels of society and particularly the effects leaders have on those who are most marginalized. These life experiences inform his philosophy that good leadership  is equitable leadership. Tip has worked with dozens of organizations ranging from community based nonprofits to organizations with international reach including the Federal Aviation Administration, Annie E. Casey Foundation, and The Nature Conservancy. He has taught as an adjunct faculty member for ten years in Organization Development and DEI programs at American University and Georgetown University. He holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering (B.S.), Organization Development (M.S.), and is a Certified Professional Diversity Coach (CPDC).   _____________________________________________   Stephen Graves Born in Greenwood, South Carolina to a pair of faith-driven educators, the values of service and lifelong learning were instilled in Stephen Graves from an early age. These values, coupled with spiritual lessons from an upbringing in the Black Baptist church, shaped Stephen's social consciousness for understanding the inherent worth every person has in life and addressing the historical and present injustices inhibiting people from fully realizing their worth. With this awareness, Stephen pursued a mission-driven path, ensuring people have a sense of respect, dignity, and belonging to live and thrive in a multicultural world. For over a decade, Stephen has consulted and advised leaders and organizations of all sizes and sectors on focus areas such as People & Culture, Leadership & Professional Development, Language Access, Health Equity, and Patient Advocacy. Stephen earned his Master in Health Administration from the Medical University of South Carolina. He holds an Executive Certificate in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion from Georgetown University.   Important Links and Resources:

Phil discusses various acronyms used in the industry, particularly in relation to safety standards and regulations. He goes through 15 acronyms and explains their meanings and significance. The acronyms covered include AHJ, ANSI, ASTM, ISO, ACCT, ICE, PRCA, CWA, AEE, OSHA, UIAA, CE, NFPA, ERCA, EN, and kN.     Takeaways There are numerous acronyms used in the industry, particularly in relation to safety standards and regulations. Understanding these acronyms is important for ensuring compliance and safety in the workplace. Some of the key acronyms discussed include AHJ, ANSI, ASTM, ISO, ACCT, ICE, PRCA, CWA, AEE, OSHA, UIAA, CE, NFPA, ERCA, EN, and kilonewtons. AHJ refers to authority having jurisdiction, which are entities responsible for enforcing building codes and regulations. ANSI is the American National Standards Institute, which oversees the development and use of standards and guidelines. ASTM is the American Society for Testing and Materials, which develops and publishes voluntary consensus standards. ISO is the International Organization for Standardization, a worldwide federation of national standards bodies. ACCT is the Association for Challenge Course Technology, which advocates for and develops standards for the challenge course industry. OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, a governmental oversight body that ensures safe working conditions. UIAA is the Union International Alpine Association, which maintains safety standards for climbing equipment. CE stands for Conformity European and indicates that a product meets European health, safety, and environmental standards. NFPA is the National Fire Protection Association, which creates and maintains standards and codes for fire safety. ERCA is the European Ropes Course Association, which updates and optimizes standards for ropes courses. EN refers to European norm standards, which specify requirements for various products and equipment. kN - Kilonewtons is a unit of force used to measure the strength and load capacity of equipment like carabiners. Having a good understanding of these acronyms can help ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations in the industry. Chapters   00:00Introduction to Acronyms in the Industry 02:06ANSI: American National Standards Institute 04:30ISO: International Organization for Standardization 06:43ICE: Inspector Certification Exam 09:03AEE: Association for Experiential Education 11:52CE: Conformity European 12:49EN: European Norm Standard 13:42EN 12492: Safety Requirements for Safety Helmets 18:20Conclusion and Recap   Contact Phil; Email - podcast@high5adventure.org instagram - @verticalplaypen   Music and sound effects - epidemicsound.com  

Healthcare Leadership Insights: From Military Hospitals to Academic Management with Don Taylor Don Taylor is a distinguished healthcare leader with over 40 years of experience, currently serving as Clinical Professor of Healthcare Leadership & Management at the Jindal School of Management and Director of the Alliance for Physician Leadership. A retired US Air Force Colonel, Don Taylor has held numerous high-level positions, including CEO of hospitals, COO of a major USAF Academic Medical Center, and leader of the largest trauma hospital in Iraq. His expertise spans healthcare operations, strategy, and leadership development. Throughout his career, Taylor has made significant contributions to both military and civilian healthcare systems, serving in executive roles at VA Medical Centers and leading critical missions such as the HHS Emergency Intake Site in Dallas. With a BS in Architecture from UT Arlington and a Master of Health Administration from Penn State, he brings a unique perspective to healthcare management. He is also an author and continues to teach and mentor emerging healthcare leaders, focusing on leadership, strategy, and the transformation of the US healthcare system. Connect with Col Don Taylor (ret) on LinkedIn

Frank Mathews, Administrative Director of the Communications Workers of America District 4, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the union's recent Legislative-Political Conference. He also discussed their member action day on Capitol Hill and the union's impact on the BEAD program. Marcy Goldstein-Gelb, Co-Chair of the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health (NCOSH), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's proposed heat rule.

#696: Today we're sitting down for the third time with Craig & Keli Koniver. Craig Koniver, MD, the founder of Koniver Wellness, has been practicing Performance medicine for over 14 years. Keli Koniver, has an MBA from The Citadel & a Doctorate in Health Administration from The Medical University of South Carolina. Keli is the founder of Koniver Aesthetics in Charleston, SC. She has advanced training and certifications in an array of energy treatments to include lasers and radio frequency microneedling. With over a decade of hands-on experience, Keli is considered one of the most experienced Ultherapy® practitioners in the country. They join us today for a conversation on hormone therapy, Ozempic, skincare, and taking charge of your own health.   To connect with Craig Koniver click HERE To connect with Keli Koniver click HERE To connect with Koniver Aesthetics click HERE   To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To Watch the Show click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential  This episode is brought to you by Armra ARMRA Colostrum strengthens immunity, ignites metabolism, fortifies gut health, activates hair growth and skin radiance, and powers fitness performance and recovery. Visit www.tryamra.com and use code SKINNY at checkout for 15% off your first purchase.. This episode is brought to you by Hiya Health Hiya Health fills in the most common gaps in modern children's diet to provide full-body nourishment our kids need with a yummy taste they love. Go to hiyahealth.com/skinny to receive 50% off your first order. This episode is brought to you by Caraway Ditch the chemicals with Caraway. Visit carawayhome.com/SKINNY to receive 10% off your next purchase. This episode is brought to you by Sun Bum Visit sunbum.com and use code SKINNY15 at checkout for 15% off your first purchase. This episode is brought to you by Prolon Get 10% off your 5-day nutrition program at prolonlife.com/skinny This episode is brought to you by Salt & Stone Visit saltandstone.com and use code SKINNY at checkout for 15% off your first purchase.   Produced by Dear Media

Ralph welcomes back medical journalist and New York Times bestselling author, Jean Carper, to elaborate on her latest book, “100 LIFE OR DEATH FOODS: A Scientific Guide to Which Foods Prolong Life or Kill You Prematurely.” Plus, the latest news about Boeing and the UAW.Jean Carper is a medical journalist, and wrote “EatSmart” (a popular weekly column on nutrition, every week for USA Weekend Magazine)  from 1994 until 2008; she is still a contributing editor, writing health and nutrition articles. Ms. Carper is also a former CNN medical correspondent and director of the documentary Monster in the Mind. She is the best-selling author of 25 books, mostly on nutrition and health. Her latest book is 100 LIFE OR DEATH FOODS: A Scientific Guide to Which Foods Prolong Life or Kill You Prematurely.The reason I wrote the book was that I knew there is no other book like this. Nobody has taken a scientific look at all the studies that are being done on specific foods with conclusions as to how they are going to affect longevity. It is a totally new field. It really only started several years ago where scientists are getting interested in this. I thought of all the things that would be the most interesting about a food, and whether or not you wanted to eat it would be, “Oh, how long does it prolong my life? Or on the other hand, is it likely to shorten my life?”Jean CarperLess-developed countries with their natural food from over the history of their cultures are very often far superior [in longevity studies] to the so-called corporatized Western diet.Ralph NaderIn Case You Haven't Heard with Francesco DeSantis1. The International Criminal Court at the Hague is preparing to hand down indictments to Israeli officials for committing war crimes. The Guardian reports the indicted are expected to include authoritarian Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, among others. These indictments will likely focus on Netanyahu's strategy of intentional starvation in Gaza. Yet, lest one think that the United States actually believes in the “rules based international order,” they have touted so frequently, the Biden administration will not allow these indictments to be effectuated, baselessly claiming that the ICC does not have jurisdiction in Israel. Democracy Now! reports State Department spokesman Vedant Patel told the press “Since this president has come into office, we have worked to reset our relationship with the ICC, and we are in contact with the court on a range of issues, including in connection to the court's important work on Darfur, on Ukraine, on Sudan, as well. But on this investigation, our position is clear: We continue to believe that the ICC does not have jurisdiction over the Palestinian situation.” Former Human Rights Watch Executive Director Kenneth Roth – who has faced retribution for his past criticism of Israel – called this “the height of hypocrisy.”2. Even as the United States shields Israel from international legal consequences for its crimes, an internal state department memo indicates the American diplomatic corps is increasingly skeptical of the pariah state. Reuters reports “senior U.S. officials have advised Secretary of State Antony Blinken that they do not find ‘credible or reliable' Israel's assurances that it is using U.S.-supplied weapons in accordance with international humanitarian law.” This memo includes “eight examples of Israeli military actions that the officials said raise "serious questions" about potential violations of international humanitarian law…[including]  repeatedly striking protected sites and civilian infrastructure; "unconscionably high levels of civilian harm to military advantage"; taking little action to investigate violations or to hold to account those responsible for significant civilian harm and "killing humanitarian workers and journalists at an unprecedented rate."” The State Department however will only release a “complete assessment of credibility” in its May 8th report to Congress.3. On Tuesday, the Guardian reports, an army of NYPD officers – including hundreds of armed officers in riot gear and heavy vehicles such as police busses, MRAPs, and “the Bear,” a ladder truck used to breach upper story windows – stormed the campus of Columbia University and carried out mass arrests at the college's Hamilton Hall – which had been non-violently occupied by students and renamed Hind's Hall after Hind Rajab, a six-year old Palestinian girl murdered by the IDF. Hamilton Hall was among the buildings occupied by anti-Vietnam War Protesters during the Columbia Uprising of 1968. Mayor Eric Adams used as a pretext for this militarized police action a claim that the student protest had been “co-opted” by “outside agitators”; there has been no evidence presented to support this claim. The NYPD also threatened to arrest student journalists, and the Columbia Journalism School Dean Jelani Cobb, per Samantha Gross of the Boston Globe, and videos show the cops arresting legal observers and medics. Columbia University President, the Anglo-Egyptian Baroness Minouche Shafik, has requested that the NYPD continue to occupy the Morningside Heights campus until May 17th.4. At the University of California Los Angeles, the New York Times reports “U.C.L.A. asked for officers after a clash between pro-Palestinian demonstrators and counterprotesters grew heated overnight.” This misleading report fails to clarify that, as Alejandra Caraballo of Harvard Law puts it “the police stood aside and let a pro Israeli lynch mob run wild at UCLA. They did nothing for two hours as violent Zionists assaulted students, launched fireworks into the encampment, and sprayed mace on students.” The accompanying videos must be seen to be believed. This is yet another glaring example of media manipulation on behalf of Zionist aggression against non-violent student protesters.5. In the nation's capital, a peaceful pro-Palestine encampment at the George Washington University continues to hold in the face of increasing pressure. The Washington Post reports that the university requested the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department to clear the encampment last week, but the cops demurred. The Post article cites an unnamed D.C. official who “said they had flashbacks to June 2020, when images of mostly peaceful protesters being forcefully shoved out of Lafayette Square by U.S. Park Police officers with batons and chemical irritants made national news.” The university has issued temporary suspensions and did attempt to clear the encampment over the weekend, but failed to do so. Now however, congressional Republicans are heaping pressure upon the university and District of Columbia Mayor Bowser. According to the GW Hatchet, “[Representatives] Virginia Foxx and James Comer — who chair the House Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, respectively — wrote [in letter to Bowser and MPD Chief Pamela Smith] that they were “alarmed” by the Metropolitan Police Department's reported refusal to clear the encampment.” and threatened to take legislative action. Senator Tom Cotton, infamous for his New York Times op-ed calling for the deployment of the national guard to shut down Black Lives Matter protests in 2020, sent a letter to Bowser on Tuesday, writing “Whether it is due to incompetence or sympathy for the cause of these Hamas supporters, you are failing to protect the rights of law-abiding citizens by letting a terrorist-supporting mob take over a large area of a university…Your actions are a good reminder of why Washington, D.C. must never become a state.” So far, the District's leadership has exercised a rare and commendable restraint. One can only hope that continues.6. Looking beyond individual campuses, the Appeal reports over 1,400 students and staff have been arrested at “protest encampments or…sit-ins on more than 70 college campuses across 32 states during the past month.”  This piece followed up on these arrests by contacting prosecutors and city attorneys' offices in every one of these jurisdictions – and found that “only two offices said they would not charge people for peacefully protesting.” These were “ Sam Bregman, the prosecutor for Bernalillo County, New Mexico, [which] includes the University of New Mexico's Albuquerque campus….[and] Matthew Van Houten, the prosecutor overseeing Cornell University in Ithaca, New York.” Incredibly, this piece was published even before the recent mass arrests at Columbia and the City College of New York, which are estimated at nearly 300, per CNN.7. Bringing the civil war within the Democratic Party on this issue into full view, the College Democrats of America – the official student outreach arm of the DNC – has issued a statement commending the “heroic actions on the part of students...for an end to the war in Palestine…[and] for an immediate permanent ceasefire.” This statement goes on to say “Arresting, suspending, and evicting students without any due process is not only legally dubious but morally reprehensible,”  and excoriates the White House for taking “the mistaken route of a bear hug strategy for Netanyahu and a cold shoulder strategy for its own base,” noting that “Each day that Democrats fail to stand united for a permanent ceasefire…more and more youth find themselves disillusioned with the party.”8. Moving beyond Palestine, hard as that is, the American Prospect is out with a chilling new story on Boeing. This report documents how the late Boeing whistle-blower John “Swampy” Barnett – who died under deeply mysterious circumstances during his deposition against the aviation titan last month – was ignored, mocked, and harassed by his corporate overlords. When he tried to raise the alarm that Boeing's practices could be in violation of Section 38 of the United States Criminal code “The whole room…burst out laughing.” When he found planes riddled with defective and nonconforming parts and tried to report it, a supervisor emphatically declared “We're not going to report anything to the FAA.” Yet even more than Boeing's rancid corporate culture, this piece takes aim and corporate criminal law – specifically the Y2K era AIR 21 law which “effectively immunizes airplane manufacturers…from suffering any legal repercussions from the testimony of their own workers.” Per this law, “the exclusive legal remedy available to aviation industry whistleblowers who suffer retaliation for reporting safety violations involves filing a complaint within 90 days of the first instance of alleged retaliation with a secret court administered by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration that lacks subpoena power, takes five years or longer to rule in many cases, and rules against whistleblowers an astounding 97 percent of the time, according to the Government Accountability Project.” No wonder Boeing acts as though they are above the law.9. The United Auto Workers union continues to rack up victories. On Tuesday, More Perfect Union reported “ Mercedes-Benz has abruptly replaced its U.S. CEO in an effort to undercut the union drive at Mercedes's plant in Alabama…In a video shown to workers…new CEO Federico Kochlowski admits that ‘many of you' want change and [promised] improvements.” As Jonah Furman, Communications Director for UAW, notes “Mercedes workers have already:-- killed two-tier wages-- gotten their UAW pay bump-- [and] fired their bossand they haven't even voted yet!If that's what you get for just *talking* union, imagine what you can win when you *join* the union.”Moreover, UAW President Shawn Fain issued a statement decrying the mass arrests of anti-war protesters, writing “The UAW will never support the...intimidation of those exercising their right to protest, strike, or speak out against injustice…This war is wrong, and this response against students and academic workers, many of them UAW members, is wrong…if you can't take the outcry, stop supporting this war.”10. Finally, the New York Daily News's Chris Sommerfledt reports “[New York City's] largest cop union [the Police Benevolent Association] is suing Police Commissioner Ed Caban and Mayor Adams for implementing a new “zero tolerance” policy on NYPD officers using steroids or other performance-enhancing drugs.” The fact that the PBA is suing this ardently pro-cop mayoral administration is alarming enough, but the fact that enough NYPD officers are using steroids to warrant this policy – and enough for the union to step in on their behalf – raises an even more alarming question: how many roid-rage fueled NYPD cops are terrorizing marginalized people on the streets of New York City? Perhaps this could explain some of the NYPD's outrageous, disproportionately violent behavior in recent years.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe