ODH Seeks Hospital Proposals for Medical Residency Support Program by March 30

The Ohio Department of Medicaid will expand its Next Generation MyCare program on April 1 to include Sandusky, Erie, Henry, Williams, Defiance, Paulding, Fayette, Fairfield, Licking and Ashtabula counties. To help providers prepare, ODM is hosting monthly webinars through August, alternating sessions for Ohio Department of Aging providers and other provider types. The webinars will cover program details, impacts on providers and necessary preparation steps, with recordings available online. Providers in Phase 2 counties are encouraged to register for the sessions that fit their needs. For more information, visit the Next Generation MyCare Resources for Providers webpage.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is allowing temporary importation of Lentocilin to help address limited availability of Bicillin L-A, a key injectable penicillin used to treat syphilis. Federal health officials are urging clinicians to preserve benzathine penicillin G for pregnant patients, as it is the only recommended treatment for pregnant women and babies with congenital syphilis. The guidance comes as syphilis diagnoses continue to rise nationwide and supplies of the medication remain constrained. The CDC is encouraging health systems to monitor local inventories, prioritize appropriate use and consider alternative…

The American Hospital Association is celebrating National Hospital Week, May 10-16, 2026, under the theme “Healing Happens Here.” The initiative recognizes the dedication of hospital and health system staff and encourages the public to show support for health care workers. Hospitals can access sample messaging, graphics and social media guidance here.

Nursing leaders will take center stage at OHA's 111th Annual Meeting & Education Summit, May 19-21 at the Hyatt Regency Columbus, with a robust Nursing Practice & Leadership track focused on advancing workforce engagement, leadership development and care excellence. Sessions on May 19 will explore topics ranging from sustainable nursing education and shared governance to strengthening communication and preparing the next generation of nurse leaders. The track continues May 20 with timely updates from the Ohio Board of Nursing, alongside sessions on strategic planning and peer leadership support. Attendees will gain practical tools and real-world insights to enhance team performance, improve…