Amid a COVID surge, WA hospital leaders wonder why fewer people seem to care
A wave of infections since mid-March has meant a steady increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations. But during this surge, fewer people seem to be talking about it. And that has hospital officials showing some frustration as they fear Washingtonians might not fully understand the burden on public health. Continue reading at The Seattle Times. (Steve Ringman)
Report: Washington ranked as nation’s strongest state economy
A recession may eventually arrive, say economists, but for now Washington’s economy is white hot, according to a WalletHub report released Monday. The personal finance website ranked the Evergreen State’s economy the best in the country based on three criteria: economic activity, economic health, and innovation potential. Continue reading at Puget Sound Business Journal. (Shawna De La Rosa)
Legislature moves to expand nursing education in Washington
The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated a health care staffing shortage in Washington, so the state Legislature this year provided more than $38 million to expand nursing programs statewide. Some schools, like Eastern Washington University, got funding to create a new four-year program while others, including Washington State University, didn’t receive any to bolster their current programs. Continue reading at The Associated Press.
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