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Report: State leaders saved taxpayers $28 billion in 2025

(The Center Square) - State financial officers across the country saved taxpayers $28 billion in 2025, according to a new report. The State Financial Officers Foundation found its members uncovered $5.7 billion in waste, fraud and abuse while returning $22.3 billion through investment earnings and unclaimed property programs. The

Thousands of Michigan doctors set to lose licenses unless legislature acts

(The Center Square) – More than 8,000 physicians could lose the ability to practice medicine at the end of March unless lawmakers renew Michigan’s participation in a multi-state physician licensing agreement. Health care leaders warned during a virtual media roundtable hosted by the Michigan Osteopathic Association last week

Bozeman Health to double ER capacity amid population growth

Bozeman has nearly tripled in size since Bozeman Health Deaconess Regional Medical Center opened in 1984. With the city still growing, the hospital is expanding to plan for the next decade. Kallie Kujawa, Bozeman Health Chief Operating Officer, said patients shouldn’t notice a change in services, as the emergency

Oversight committee report: SNAP errors could cost Michigan $320M

(The Center Square) – A Michigan House oversight subcommittee report is warning that weaknesses in the state’s food assistance system could cost taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars in federal penalties unless reforms are implemented. The report from the Michigan House Oversight Subcommittee on State and Local Assistance Programs examined

Mobile clinics offer a practical way to improve health care access in maternity care deserts

Only three of the 14 counties in north-central Florida provide full access to obstetric care. Six have low access to care – meaning there are fewer than two hospitals offering obstetric care or birth centers per 10,000 births and fewer than 60 obstetric providers. The remaining five counties are

How long it takes new medicines to reach patients in each state

How long it takes new medicines to reach patients in each state

How long it takes new medicines to reach patients in each state When the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approves a new drug, it feels like big national news. There is a press release. News stories call it a breakthrough. Doctors start learning about a new treatment. Patients and

Bozeman Health Seeks Community Input Through Health Needs Survey

Bozeman Health Seeks Community Input Through Health Needs Survey

BOZEMAN, Mont. — Bozeman Health is actively engaging with the Gallatin Valley community to address local health needs. The hospital has launched a Community Health Needs Assessment survey, aiming to gather direct input from residents. Every three years, Bozeman Health sends out this survey to Gallatin County residents. The feedback helps