Death rates rose in hospital ERs after private equity firms took over, study finds
After hospitals were acquired by private equity firms, patient death rates in the emergency departments rose by 13% compared with similar hospitals, according to research published this week in Annals of Internal Medicine.
The research, which compared outcomes at hospitals over a 10-year period, adds fresh evidence to previous studies showing harmful patient outcomes and higher costs among health care entities owned by profit-oriented financiers.
The increased deaths in emergency departments at private equity-owned hospitals are most likely the result of reduced staffing levels, researchers say.
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Death rates rose in hospital ERs after private equity firms took over, study finds
After hospitals were acquired by private equity firms, patient death rates in the emergency departments rose by 13% compared to similar hospitals, a study says.Gretchen Morgenson (NBC News)
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Skiing's governing body approves gender eligibility testing policy
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We hate to say we told you so.
When the Disneys and Paramounts of the world cave to Trump, they open themselves and others up to more ridiculous demands from the government.
Media companies should stand up for the First Amendment to end this vicious cycle.
I had missed this: In a rural, red, small (emphasis on small) Iowa county, Floyd County, a Democrat won one of the 3 seats on the county's board of supervisors tonight.
He ousted a Republican who'd been appointed to replace the Republican supervisor who passed away.
Chefs share must-try recipes for Hispanic Heritage Month
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Video Chefs share must-try recipes for Hispanic Heritage Month
Chefs Alicia Maher, Jose Luiz Chavez and Brad Delgado share their favorite recipes celebrating classic street food.ABC News
Remembering Italian actress Claudia Cardinale
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Labor groups warn of ‘gaping hole’ in First Amendment if court OKs Trump’s anti-union orders - Government Executive
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Labor groups warn of ‘gaping hole’ in First Amendment if court OKs Trump’s anti-union orders
The full U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit will reexamine a prior decision allowing the White House’s effort to strip two-thirds of the federal workforce of their collective bargaining rights to go into effect.Erich Wagner (Government Executive)
Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald headline 2026 Hall of Fame nominees
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Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald headline 2026 Hall of Fame nominees - ESPN
Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald were picked in their first year of eligibility as two of the nominees among modern era players for the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class.ESPN
DHS takes down video after being called out by Trump-supporting podcaster
One prominent podcaster who interviewed President Donald Trump last year recently called out the administration for using his likeness in a video without his consent. Now, that video has been taken down.Carl Gibson (Alternet.org)
Brian Daboll: “My decision” to start Jaxson Dart
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Brian Daboll: "My decision" to start Jaxson Dart
The Giants have benched veteran quarterback Russell Wilson for rookie Jaxson Dart.Mike Florio (NBC Sports)
Amanda Shires new album 'Nobody's Girl' tells her side of public breakup
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5 things to know about robot umpires coming to MLB
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5 things to know about robot umpires coming to MLB
Robot umpires are coming to the big leagues in 2026 after Major League Baseball’s 11-man competition committee on Tuesday approved use of the Automated Ball/Strike System.PBS News
Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite reference designs go so hard this year
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Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite reference designs go so hard this year
Please, just take my moneyRich Woods (XDA)
This Offspring x Nike Sunder Max Collab Costs Only 60 British Pounds
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This Offspring x Nike Sunder Max Collab Costs Only 60 British Pounds
Here's a detailed look at the Offspring x Nike Air Max Sunder.Victor Deng (Complex)
Qualcomm announces Snapdragon X2 Elite and Extreme for Windows PCs
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Qualcomm announces Snapdragon X2 Elite and Extreme for Windows PCs
Qualcomm’s flagship PC chip now comes in a second generation with two distinct flavors: the Snapdragon X2 Elite and Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme.Sean Hollister (The Verge)
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King Felipe pleads with Israel to stop massacre and abhorrent acts in Gaza
Spain’s monarch uses UN speech to attack Israel’s actions in Gaza saying ‘we can’t keep silent or look the other way’
Tom Brady dismisses conflict of interest concerns, calls critics 'paranoid and distrustful'
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Chargers place Najee Harris on injured reserve
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Chargers place Najee Harris on injured reserve
The Chargers placed running back Najee Harris on injured reserve on Wednesday, the team announced.Charean Williams (NBC Sports)
Judge rules feds can't require states to cooperate on immigration to get disaster money
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Central Pa. food truck gets to serve lunch to iconic rocker during Wiffle ball game
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Central Pa. food truck gets to serve lunch to iconic rocker during Wiffle ball game
Bret Michaels dropped by a local business in his home area on Wednesday during a Wiffle ball championship.Claudia Dimuro | cdimuro@pennlive.com (pennlive)
For A's fans, new city, same anger - Raw Chili
Another tremendous article from Tim KeownAuthor (Raw Chili)
Haunting PS5 shooter Saros launches in March
Saros, the next game Housemarque, launches for PS5 on March 20th, 2026, Sony announced during its September State of Play presentation.Jay Peters (The Verge)
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49ers coming to grips with the ‘Bosa Buzzkill’ ahead of Jaguars’ visit
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49ers coming to grips with the 'Bosa Buzzkill' ahead of Jaguars' visit
The 49ers (3-0) are having to move on without Nick Bosa as the Jacksonville Jaguars (2-1) arrive Sunday.cinman@bayareanewsgroup.com (The Mercury News)
Kemp Set to Visit South Korea, Japan on First Asia Mission After ICE Raid - EUROPE SAYS
In the wake of the high-profile Immigration and Customs Enforcement raid on Georgia’s prized Hyundai factory near Savannah, Gov. Brian Kemp is set to visitEUROPE SAYS
Portraits of Pro-Palestine Resistance in Oklahoma
Demonstrators gathered in Tulsa to protest Israel’s ongoing genocide in Gaza.Jason Kerzinski (Progressive.org)
Trump’s U.N. Speech Laid Bare How Numb We’ve All Gotten to His Firehose of False Claims
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Christian Gonzalez remains limited on Wednesday injury report
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Christian Gonzalez remains limited on Wednesday injury report
Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez is set to do more in practice this week.Myles Simmons (NBC Sports)
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Under our current tax code, it’s your sweat versus their money. When every dollar a wealthy person makes has more value than a dollar made by a working person, then our political economy cannot sustain itself.click.actionnetwork.org
I don't code, but VSCode is still my favorite app
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I don't code, but VSCode is still my favorite app
These off-label uses for VSCode stuck with meNolen Jonker (XDA)
As NFL trade deadline nears, Russell Wilson, Tyreek Hill among 10 players to evaluate
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As NFL trade deadline nears, Russell Wilson, Tyreek Hill among 10 players to evaluate
It's never too early to think about the NFL's trade deadline, which is in November. Here are 10 players to watch, including QB Russell Wilson.Nate Davis (USA TODAY)
Beloved March Madness icon Sister Jean retires at 106
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Beloved March Madness icon Sister Jean retires at 106
The Loyola University Chicago minister became a staple at basketball games.Mason Leib (ABC News)
Former FBI Director James Comey expected to be indicted soon: MSNBC - EUROPE SAYS
Former FBI Director James Comey is expected to be indicted on criminal charges in the coming days in federal court in Virginia, MSNBC reported Wednesday.EUROPE SAYS
Lions DE Al-Quadin Muhammad listed as out of practice
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Lions DE Al-Quadin Muhammad listed as out of practice
Lions defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad is coming off a big game against the Ravens on Monday night, but his status for this week against the Browns is a little uncertain.Josh Alper (NBC Sports)
Lawsuit challenges North Carolina’s hiring of Bill Belichick
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Lawsuit challenges North Carolina's hiring of Bill Belichick
The hiring of Bill Belichick has become a key aspect of a new lawsuit.Mike Florio (NBC Sports)
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in reply to Paul Chambers🚧 • • •If you haven't run across it it yet, I'd recommend the book: "Plunder: Private Equity's Plan to Pillage America" by Brendan Ballou. It talks about all this and more.
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