Discussion Post: Analysis of the Healthcare Environment- Current Activity
Conduct a search of media sources to identify one recent news story and/or announcement related to the healthcare industry. The release (print, broadcast, recent TED Talk) can address any viable area such as patient care, hospitals and care facilities, pharmaceuticals, clinical research, mergers and acquisitions, policy, and employment.
In minimum of 350 words.
• Provide a summary of the news story and its impact on healthcare. Be sure to include relevant information.
o Who's involved? Who's affected?
o What is the geographic location? (i.e., rural, urban, state(s), cities, etc.)
o What are the leading agencies or organizations involved?
o What are the options for resolution? How is the healthcare situation being handled?
o What chapter, term, and/or policy from the reading is applicable?
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.