1. Daily COVID-19 stats, state-by-state:

• Test positivity rates
• Death rates
• Vaccines administered
• Percentage of population fully vaccinated
• Percentage of population partially vaccinated

2. Maine may be facing 'syndemic,' top health official says Full story

3. CHS Pennsylvania hospital workers begin strike: 5 things to know Full story

4. Up to 70% of hospital acquired VTE are preventable — 5 notes to cut the risk Learn more

5. Number of NPs, by state Full story

6. Average incentive bonus for 19 physician specialties Full story

7. It’s time your organization assessed the effectiveness of its nursing workforce management strategy. Click here to get a comprehensive look.

8. COVID-19 virus doesn't infect brain, but damages it, study suggests Full story

9. The new 4-letter reason for millennial turnover Full story

10. 10 hospitals seeking CMOs Full story

11. You probably have a telehealth program, but what about a successful digital health workflow? Learn how to fix issues with connectivity, user experience and reimbursement.

12. Male physicians see 30% larger paychecks than their female colleagues Full story

13. Blood shortage could delay surgeries at some California hospitals Full story

14. 7 hospitals ending services or closing departments Full story
 

Becker's Learning Opportunities

1. Over 75% of healthcare execs are failing to use APIs at scale. Click here to learn how to effectively embrace the technology.

2. The surprising reasons people are avoiding COVID-19 vaccines. Click here to learn how to overcome their objections and reach those taking a wait-and-see approach.

3. Consumer expectations dramatically shifted during the pandemic. Learn what CEOs know about engaging them going forward. Click here for the report.