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End-of-Life Choices

Trends in end-of-life care show that not only does the care given vary widely from region to region and hospital to hospital, but also patients often don't get the care they prefer. What can be done?

Care Management Puzzle

Chronic diseases and the cost of care are rising. Are disease management programs improving outcomes for patients with complex, chronic conditions?

No Middleman

Under the "direct primary care" model, patients pay a monthly fee for basic medical services. Learn about the history and current landscape of physician practices offering this arrangement.

Doctors and Nurses

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

SEIU-UHW Reaches Contract Deal With Tenet Hospitals

On Friday, 98% of members of the Service Employees International Union-United Healthcare Workers West voted to approve a three-year contract at nine Tenet Healthcare hospitals in California. The deal, which covers 3,000 medical professionals, will provide raises of up to 18% and guarantees employer-paid health insurance.



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