Healthcare news the last few weeks seems to have been dominated by one thing: the flu. While the stronger-than-normal flu season has been making headlines, it’s also been creating opportunities for travelers who are available and flexible about where their next assignment is. The flu isn’t the only healthcare story you should be reading, although you’re excused if you’ve been so busy with patients you haven’t had time to keep up with industry happenings.
Below are a few stories you may have missed.
Amazon is officially getting into the healthcare game.
The online retail giant announced plans this week to join with Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway and JP Morgan to develop a cheaper and more transparent way to deliver healthcare to their U.S. employees.
Nairobi midwife gives new meaning to the idea of being a traveler.
With just a backpack full of medical equipment, Margaret Wairimu Maina helps make sure African newborns stay healthy.
Could your next co-worker be a drone?
For some nurses in Mississippi, the answer is maybe.
Your Apple Watch resetting inside the ICU? You aren’t alone.
The tech giant is aware of the problem, but it doesn’t know what’s causing it yet.
Those night shifts are increasing your cancer risk.
A new study shows that females who are regularly work night shifts are at higher risk for a number of cancers.
