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

• Positivity rates
• Vaccines administered
• Percentage of population vaccinated

2. Albany Med to pay 7 former nurses restitution over 'repayment fee' provision Full story

3. Severe national blood shortage may lead to 'suboptimal care' Full story

4. Break down imaging siloes for good. Industry experts share 5 tips for building a cost-effective, clinician-friendly imaging ecosystem here.

5. Delta variant may have different symptoms, early data suggests Full story

6. Missouri, DC & Florida: 10 states with highest COVID-19 hospitalization rates Full story

7. Still relying on quality stars for post-acute care navigation? Click here to learn how AI reduces readmissions.

8. How & why health systems should implement agile care models to support nurses Full story

9. VA plans to offer gender-affirming surgeries Full story

10. Ohio NP creates 'Doc in a Box' kit Full story

11. It's time to refocus. Ensure your organization is up to date on the latest sterilization methods with tips from this virtual discussion.

12. New York City physician gets 5-year prison sentence for role in kickback scheme Full story

13. Virginia seeks funding for 'overwhelmed' mental health hospitals Full story

14. 19 hospital, health system executive moves Full story
 

Becker's Learning Opportunities

1. Click here to learn how Missouri Healthcare’s cancer center saved time and increased productivity with a digital tumor board workflow tool.

2. Amwell onboarded 7,500 providers in 3 months. Learn how one vendor automated credentialing in this case study.

3. Clinical confidence may be the antidote to burnout. Click here to learn how your health system can get there.