Let's face it: healthcare creates a lot of waste. Hospitals throw a lot away. And we're not just talking about the excess medical supplies that are thrown away before they're even used (even though that's a huge problem).
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Marking To Market: The PPE Struggle No One Is Talking About
Hospitals' records of their PPE supplies are only accurate if their pricing is updated.
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Opinion Poll Reveals Public Sentiment on Coronavirus, Normalcy | Five To Save
America! Has opinions! How will changing opinions about the state of public health affect the people who provide that health?
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How Government Investment Is Supporting Healthcare Industry Recovery | Five To Save
As the pandemic drags on, part of what's helping turn the corner for communities and the healthcare providers who serve them is the additional resources - often including cash - provided by their governments.
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How To Make A Healthcare Initiative Successful (Spoiler: It's Collaboration) | Five To Save
Say you want to train everyone at a hospital on a best practice or keep them informed on what you're doing so that they can help. You probably won't succeed if you keep your ideas to yourself.
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Reaching A Vaccination And Supply Turning Point | Five To Save
We could see a massive drop-off in COVID-19 cases by July as long as there isn't a massive drop-off in the pace of vaccinations.
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'No More Business As Usual' - Z5 in Becker's Hospital Review
"For a long time in supply chain and in healthcare, there's been a 'business as usual' mentality."
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No Need For Cyber Monday Savings When You Save All Year
We didn't have any Black Friday or Cyber Monday salestravaganzas for you. Because we bring you savings all year 'round.
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How Will A New Administration Change How You Administer Healthcare? | Five To Save
The United States is probably about to get a new President. That will probably impact your day-to-day very little.
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Are You The Whistleblower Your Organization Needs?
Hospitals should be sharing more information than ever right now. Should they also be sharing more information than they are?
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