Beebe Healthcare placed a physician on administrative leave and launched a full investigation after discovering disturbing social media posts, saying the doctor will not see patients during the review.
A new Beebe Medical Center is heading to Millsboro and is on the Town Council's agenda for Monday night's meeting. People all over Delaware and throughout Sussex County say there is a need for more doctors and nurses in the area.Â
The Delaware House has passed a bill allowing terminally ill adults to request medication to end their lives.
A recent evaluation of Delaware hospitals by The Leapfrog Group reveals that none received an A grade in their safety assessments. The hospitals, including Bayhealth, Beebe Healthcare, and TidalHealth Nanticoke, faced declines in their safety scores, raising concerns about patient safety. The Delaware Healthcare Association expressed reservations about the survey's methodology, emphasizing the impact of outdated data and penalties for non-participation. The Leapfrog Group defended its methodology, highlighting its focus on current and comprehensive data from various sources, including its hospital survey and CMS. The safety grades, released twice a year, play a crucial role in providing transparency and aiding consumers in making informed healthcare decisions.
Masks will become optional at all Beebe Healthcare campuses and Beebe Medical Group offices for patients, visitors, and team members starting April 12 at 6 a.m. with a few exceptions, according to Beebe.
Flu season is underway and while COVID-19 also posing a potentially deadly risk, those in and outside of the medical community are faced with how to handle both viruses at the same time.
MILFORD, Del. Bayhealth hospital says financial burden, social isolation, fear of the unknown, and lifestyle changes, are all negative stressors associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. The hospital is helping people recognize and manage stress.
