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Brain Cancer Survivor Thrives 10 Years After St. Jude Care
Community HeroesMay 12

Brain Cancer Survivor Thrives 10 Years After St. Jude Care

Chandler beat stage four brain cancer as a teen and just graduated college with a double major, thanks to free treatment at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. He's now applying to veterinary school, a future his family says wouldn't exist without the hospital's zero-cost care model.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
St. Jude Teens Get Red Carpet Prom Night
Community HeroesMay 13

St. Jude Teens Get Red Carpet Prom Night

More than 60 teen patients at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital got the full prom experience, complete with glam squads, limo rides, and a red carpet entrance. The "On Cloud 9" themed event gave young people facing serious health challenges a chance to just be normal teenagers for one magical night. #

Upworthy2 min read
Father and Son Bike 9,600 Miles for St. Jude Kids
Community HeroesMar 26

Father and Son Bike 9,600 Miles for St. Jude Kids

Scott Pesch is recreating his 1994 cross-country baseball stadium bike ride, this time with his son Ethan, visiting all 30 MLB parks to raise $1 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The 9,600-mile journey starts March 26 in Seattle and ends September 26 in Miami.

Upworthy2 min read
Tanzania Invests $1M in Historic Hospital Upgrades
Planet WinsMay 12

Tanzania Invests $1M in Historic Hospital Upgrades

Tanzania is breathing new life into its oldest hospitals with $1.1 million in renovations, ensuring communities continue receiving quality healthcare for generations to come. Bombo Hospital, which has served patients for decades despite aging infrastructure, is getting the upgrade it deserves.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Two Nebraska Hospitals Earn 5th Straight A for Safety
Community HeroesMay 8

Two Nebraska Hospitals Earn 5th Straight A for Safety

CHI Health Good Samaritan and St. Francis just scored their fourth and fifth consecutive A ratings for patient safety, joining only two other Nebraska hospitals with the top honor. The achievement means patients walking through their doors get some of the safest care in America.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
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Community HeroesMar 16

St. Maarten Students Head to Robotics Challenge in St. Kitts

Two students from St. Maarten earned spots on their island's first robotics team heading to a regional competition. Science Week 2026 brought together 61 students from six schools to celebrate innovation and hands-on learning across the island.

Google: robotics innovation3 min read
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Acts of KindnessMar 4

Gambia's Africmed Hospital Strengthens Health Partnership

A leading private hospital in The Gambia is doubling down on its commitment to improve healthcare access for citizens. The partnership between Africmed International Hospital and the government shows how public and private sectors can work together to heal communities.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Mt. Vernon Hospital Named Top in Nation by Forbes
Health & WellnessFeb 6

Mt. Vernon Hospital Named Top in Nation by Forbes

A southern Illinois hospital just earned a spot on Forbes' first-ever list of America's best hospitals. SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon stood out for exceptional patient care and clinical outcomes.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
4 Nebraska Hospitals Earn Top Patient Safety Grades
Health & WellnessMay 9

4 Nebraska Hospitals Earn Top Patient Safety Grades

Four Nebraska hospitals just earned "A" ratings for patient safety from a national watchdog group, with two facilities in Grand Island and Kearney achieving their fourth and fifth consecutive top marks. Only four hospitals in the entire state received the highest possible safety rating.

Google News - Good Samaritan2 min read
Nigeria Breaks Ground on Modern 100-Bed Hospital
SolutionsMay 26

Nigeria Breaks Ground on Modern 100-Bed Hospital

A once-bustling hospital in Abia State, Nigeria, abandoned for years, is getting a complete rebuild that will bring modern healthcare back to thousands of residents. Governor Alex Otti personally launched the project, calling it a matter of honoring the vision of past leaders who believed everyone deserved quality medical care.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
French AI Startup Helps Indian Hospital Schedule 1,200 Nurses
InnovationFeb 25

French AI Startup Helps Indian Hospital Schedule 1,200 Nurses

A Bengaluru hospital is partnering with a French tech startup to use AI agents that solve one of healthcare's toughest puzzles: scheduling over 1,200 nurses across multiple shifts. The collaboration, praised by French President Macron, could transform how large hospitals manage their daily operations. #

Indian Express2 min read
Hong Kong Hospitals Get Anti-Scam Phone Numbers
SolutionsMay 18

Hong Kong Hospitals Get Anti-Scam Phone Numbers

Hong Kong's Hospital Authority is launching special phone number prefixes so patients can recognize real hospital calls and stop missing urgent medical messages. Starting next week, all hospital calls will display numbers beginning with 18285 or 18286.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Tacoma Hospital Surprises Kids with Build-a-Bear Valentines
Acts of KindnessFeb 21

Tacoma Hospital Surprises Kids with Build-a-Bear Valentines

Young patients at Mary Bridge Children's Hospital received custom Build-a-Bear gifts this Valentine's Day, creating joyful memories during difficult hospital stays. The heartwarming celebration was funded by donor contributions to the hospital's Child Life team.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery2 min read
Toothbrushing Cuts Hospital Pneumonia Risk by 60%
Health & WellnessApr 20

Toothbrushing Cuts Hospital Pneumonia Risk by 60%

A simple toothbrush might be one of the most powerful tools against deadly hospital infections. New research shows patients who brush their teeth in the hospital are 60% less likely to develop pneumonia.

New Scientist2 min read
Hospital's Dream Team Tucks Patients In at Bedtime
Community HeroesApr 27

Hospital's Dream Team Tucks Patients In at Bedtime

A West Virginia hospital created evening volunteers who help patients settle in for the night with warm blankets, eye masks, and a personal touch. The Dream Team visits between 8 and 10 p.m. to make hospital stays a little more restful.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Thailand Hospital Partners with University for AI Health Tech
Health & WellnessApr 15

Thailand Hospital Partners with University for AI Health Tech

Bangkok Hospital Chiang Mai just became the first private hospital in its province to team up with a university to develop breakthrough medical innovations. This partnership could transform northern Thailand into a health innovation powerhouse.

Regional: thailand innovation (TH)2 min read
Hospital System Saves $800K With Smarter Staff Scheduling
SolutionsFeb 13

Hospital System Saves $800K With Smarter Staff Scheduling

A Pittsburgh hospital network used data science to solve a staffing puzzle, cutting wasted time and saving over $800,000 annually. The breakthrough could help struggling hospitals nationwide do more with less.

Medical Xpress2 min read
Fukuoka Hospitals Let Sick Students Learn from Their Beds
SolutionsMar 9

Fukuoka Hospitals Let Sick Students Learn from Their Beds

Students in Fukuoka, Japan are keeping up with their education even while receiving hospital treatment, with teachers bringing lessons right to their bedsides. Some are even taking high school entrance exams from their hospital rooms.

Japan Times2 min read
Indiana Hospital Launches Patient-Led Care Council
Acts of KindnessJan 22

Indiana Hospital Launches Patient-Led Care Council

Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes is putting patients and families in the driver's seat with a new advisory council. The group will help shape hospital policies, improve safety, and ensure care meets real community needs.

Google: good samaritan2 min read
Simple Hospital Scheduling Fix Saves Lives, $200B Annually
SolutionsMar 28

Simple Hospital Scheduling Fix Saves Lives, $200B Annually

Hospitals spreading out scheduled surgeries across the week instead of cramming them early are saving thousands of lives and billions of dollars. The fix is so simple, experts wonder why more hospitals haven't adopted it.

STAT News3 min read

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