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'Put patients first': Mission nurses picket over key contract issues

Mission officials have pointedto struggles with a nationwide nurses shortage as a top challenge for the hospital, but nurses on the sidewalk June 15 say it's more about what HCA is asking … See more

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On the decline: Quality of care concerns rise at Mission Hospital

WebTheir stories are just a few of a cascade of complaints from patients, nurses, doctors, and other health care professionals interviewed by Asheville Watchdog in …

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Mission Hospital files 'Plan of Correction' to fix immediate jeopardy

WebHCA Healthcare, a Nashville-based for-profit company, bought the Mission Health system in 2019 for $1.5 billion. Medicare-certified providers like Mission are …

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COVID-19 vaccine in Buncombe County: Your questions answered

WebThe county announced Jan. 6 that starting Jan. 7, people 75 and older can call Buncombe County Health and Human Services at 828-250-5000 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. …

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Mission Hospital federal government report reveals 4 patient deaths

WebAccording to a Feb. 1 letter from CMS declaring the Immediate Jeopardy situation, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will visit the …

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Erwin Middle is 1st Buncombe County school to open wellness …

WebThe wellness center is a doctor’s office on campus that serves families only in the Erwin district. It offers care ranging from medical, dental, counseling and prescription …

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Mission Hospital patients, doctors nurses decry care in Asheville

WebMission Hospital patients, staff, decry poor care to HCA Healthcare independent monitor. ASHEVILLE – On the bottom floor of Asheville’s Scenic Hotel at …

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HCA stock price approaches all-time high after 4th quarter earnings

Web0:03. 0:51. ASHEVILLE – HCA Healthcare’s stock price is approaching an all-time high after a fourth-quarter earnings report, released Jan. 30. The company …

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COVID-19 up, hospital admissions low, no public health restrictions

WebCOVID-19 is high in Buncombe; hospitalizations are low, so no public health restrictions. ASHEVILLE – When families and friends fly from all corners of the country to …

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Mission Hospital patient dies after low-risk surgery lawsuit

WebThe next day, the hospital’s neurology department found that oxygen was cut off from her brain. She remained unconscious following the surgery. Hoppes’ family took …

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New firm named to oversee HCA, Mission Hospital system in WNC

Web0:04. 1:26. ASHEVILLE — A new contractor was named April 2 to oversee HCA Healthcare’s compliance with its commitments as outlined in the 2019 agreement to buy …

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NC REAL ID can be different from NC driver's license, passport

WebMore:Medicare vs. Medicaid: Key differences between government-run health insurance programs What is a REAL ID? The NC REAL ID is a REAL ID Act …

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Madison Health Department celebrates new Outdoor Learning …

WebHe can be reached at 828-210-6074 or [email protected]. The Madison County Health Department's new Outdoor Learning Center is located behind …

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Opinion: Heart disease in US women often undiagnosed

WebA wonderful Land of the Sky report discussed how many women have faced long wait times at Mission Hospital, and it is not uncommon for women worldwide. In the …

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Mission Hospital CMO Spensieri 'steps away' after Immediate …

Web"Dr. Anthony Spensieri announced his upcoming retirement after 38 years in healthcare. Dr. Spensieri has been with HCA Healthcare since 2012 and Chief Medical …

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Report: NC camp staffer and camp responsible for NY child's death

WebA North Carolina health department report states that a camp staff member and the WNC outdoor therapy camp for whom he worked were responsible for the Feb. 3 …

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Compensation for HCA's chief executive rose 12% during the …

WebA year after announcing that its senior leaders would take 30% pay cuts during the pandemic, HCA reported last month that total compensation for its chief …

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Best states for renters: NC is top 5 in the country

WebIn particular, ConsumerAffairs mentioned the median rent in the state for a two-bedroom home of $1,026, $160 per month average rental insurance premium, …

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Mask production, more jobs coming to Asheville

Web0:04. 1:26. A new manufacturing venture is helping secure supply lines of critical protective masks for health care workers and bringing up to 20 jobs to Asheville. …

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Weintraub: What would Mother Earth say

WebBy this, I mean the best approach is to get out of nature’s way. Most people don’t set about to harm the living earth when they return from the big box store (or their …

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Grief like the ocean

WebNote: This story discusses suicide. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is a hotline for individuals in crisis or for those looking to help someone else. To speak with a …

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New Smyrna Beach explosion

WebA thread on X (aka Twitter) claimed a large cloud of smoke near New Smyrna Beach, Florida, was from an explosion. Officials say it was something else.

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Asheville housing authority agrees to work with urban farm staff

WebASHEVILLE - After a wave of community input against a Housing Authority of the City of Asheville resolution that would replace a beloved community farm with a …

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Business Improvement District hotly contested at Asheville Council

WebASHEVILLE - From her home on Church Street, Susan Griffin has watched the movement of downtown for 20 years. She was a fierce proponent of a Business …

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