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January 15
Index
Australians tour U.S. on hunt for innovative designs, services for the aged
CHA members earn Magnet status
CHA reports its FY2009 financial results
Continuum of care facility encourages lifelong learning
St. John's supports parents grieving stillbirths, fetal deaths
St. Joseph team cultivates community leaders, helps them bring about change
Wheaton's 'Fresh Start' helps turn 'monster' students into 'angels'
Workshops help people to thrive despite their chronic diseases
Keeping Up
February 1
Index
Need is too great to accept defeat on health reform
Catholic ministry responds to Haiti's crisis
Community Cancer Centers improving care quality
Hold the hamburgers
Webinar to explore how best to talk about health reform
Art unites, relaxes critical care staff at St. Joseph's
Bon Secours takes on executive recruiting function, reaps savings
Sr. Madejczyk had a passion for mission integration
Exempla Healthcare replaces leaders at system and hospital level
Sr. Phelan, chaplain, ethicist had career in Via Christi network
St. Joseph staff and youth group give gift bags to kids in need
Keeping Up
February 15
Index
CHI grantees invite communities to partner in violence prevention
St. Vincent's teaches New Yorkers coping techniques
Hospitals, manufacturers come through for Haitian relief efforts
Catholic systems among first in a decade to start new N.Y. PACE programs
New York City's St. Vincent's Hospital prepares for financial reorganization
St. Elizabeth to unveil 150-bed hospital in Lafayette, Ind., this month
St. Joseph's opens 108-bed hospital
Court paves the way for St. Mary's to emerge from bankruptcy
Chattanooga's Memorial Health Care System to hire only nonsmokers
Catholic facilities partner on orthopedic hospitals
Trinity Health gears up its community benefit activity
New resource available for IRS Form 990
Mission Hospital opens patient care wing
Fr. Joseph Kukura, 69, was bioethics expert, health care advocate
Fatherless young men learn what it takes to be responsible dads
Lectureship honors Sr. Dufault's work in palliative care field
Keeping Up
March 1
Index
Ministry providers must demonstrate their community value
Saint Joseph staff redouble attention to hand hygiene
Cabrini trains prison health providers to care for aged
Daughters of Charity may acquire Downey Regional
CMS report predicts health care will take an ever bigger bite of GDP
Bon Secours Virginia helps food pantry to recover
St. Vincent Health of Indianapolis acquires Salem, Ind., hospital
Mary Immaculate Health embraces employees with family ties to Haiti
Saint Francis to use two new gifts for Men's Health Institute
Benefactor honors late wife with Pietà at St. Vincent Medical Center
St. Francis building affordable senior apartments
Ministry supports seniors facing spiritual questions in last phase of life
Keeping Up
March 15
Index
The time is now for health reform
Program reaches out to seniors suffering with addiction
St. John expands access to mental health services in challenging economy
Saint Francis Hospital gets the lead out in Hartford
Webinar cuts through misinformation on tube feeding hydration
Casa de Misericordia helps domestic violence victims to rebuild lives
Sacred Heart Health System to open hospital in Port St. Joe Fla.
Paupers meal raises money for Haiti relief
CHA director to coordinate international relief efforts among ministry members
Employee's gift will help expand children's hospital
Perinatal hospice fills care gaps for families facing prenatal, newborn death
Keeping Up
2009
Annual Index
January 15
Index
Nation heeds call for dialogue on health reform
Exempla mission leader's reflections invite caregivers to take spiritual breaks
Ex-cons and gang members shed tattoos and improve prospects for success in the workplace
Safeguarding Catholic identity requires diligence in business dealings
Bishop Vann named bishops' liaison to CHA
Volunteers from CHI hospitals donate bed nets to Tanzanians
Museum illuminates St. Mary's long history
Cover the Uninsured Week set for March
CHA audioconference explores how to reach diverse populations
Eight facilities recognized with Magnet credential
A tribute to the 'invisible' homeless
Holy Cross to build hospital, renovate existing campus, add clinics by 2012
Six Catholic facilities among Leapfrog's 13 'Highest Value Hospitals'
Stricter tobacco policies forcing smokers' hands
Keeping Up
February 1
Index
Hospitals prove green strategies can be inexpensive, low-tech
Volunteer roles give doctors chance to concentrate on care
Ministry supports coverage for young immigrants
CHA debuts online ERD learning resource for experts and novices
CHA updates guide with new IRS information
Maine's St. Mary's wins McGaw prize for community service
Women religious reflect on civil rights advancements
Bon Secours Virginia, Sentara partner to build Virginia Beach hospital
New CHA advocacy agenda prioritizes health care for all
Couple establishes $1 million endowment
St. Cloud to add wing, upgrade facilities
Labyrinth walkers pause to reflect and heal
Keeping Up
February 15
Index
Haitian hospital seeks hand-up from U.S. health care ministry
Haiti Photo Gallery
Employment picture increases urgency of health care reform
St. Elizabeth promotes good nutrition for cancer patients
Ascension Health promotes jobs creation in Flint
Catholic coalition to unveil 'St. Francis Pledge' on climate change
April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day
Catholic Healthcare West says no to genetically engineered sugar
IHI recognizes three CHA hospitals for big strides in quality
Event committees keep Catholic facilities hopping year-round
Keeping Up
March 1
Index
Alegent works with churches to build network focused on health
Hospitality eases stress for families of Avera McKennan patients
Teens protect teens from alcohol-impaired drivers
Mission leaders have role in quality improvement
COMMENTARY — Cover the Uninsured Week: Hospitals making a difference
Baptist Hospital employees shape spiritual care programs
At seminar, Louisville residents learn how to spot trafficking victims
CHRISTUS children's hospital celebrates golden anniversary
Economic downturn ups need for SOAR! donations
Sisters of St. Joseph care for their frail members
Keeping Up
March 15
Index
In upscale neighborhoods, an affordable option for elderly
Hospital makes effort to accommodate diverse worldviews
St. Joseph takes healthy lifestyle message to schools
IOM: Insurance lack harms communities
Ministry has responsibility to heal the Earth, speakers say
CHW makes second loan to help clinics caught in California's budget crisis
St. Elizabeth's Hospital gives its employees cash to stimulate local economy
College offers displaced workers a tuition break
Rolling clinics deliver care to medically underserved areas
Keeping Up
April 1
Index
A sister's untimely breast cancer death inspires a lifesaving movement
CHRISTUS, others bring inflatable hospital to S.E. Texas
Urban hospitals must revamp to succeed, say executives
Provena mixes fun with health promotion for seniors
As patient, St. Vincent nurse rediscovers value of faith, family, friends
CHA launches online tool for measuring mission effectiveness
St. Mary's Hospital of Passaic seeks Chapter 11 protection to reorganize
Providence Hood River opens addition
Sisters of Providence build nursing residence for elderly sisters, laity
Sisters of Charity system to take ownership of hospitals
Regional summit on health reform
Exempla Saint Joseph partners with physicians on orthopedic hospital
OSF St. Mary to mark centennial
Today's cord blood cells provide stock for tomorrow's cures
Keeping Up
April 15
Index
Ascension CEOs work with competitors to improve care access
St. Joseph's ER volunteers lower patient stress
Providence cuts energy consumption despite expansion
Catholic providers lead way during Cover the Uninsured Week
Flooding triggers evacuation of Fargo hospitals, nursing homes
Sisters of Charity in the limelight at New York St. Patrick's parade
SSM's new hospital is designed to increase patient safety
Former CHI head, Cahill, inducted into Health Care Hall of Fame
St. Vincent's building design clears commission, but project faces lawsuit
Ministry's environmental leaders recruit converts to green cause
Keeping Up
May 1
Index
St. Joseph's center helps kids overcome serious eating problems
Love of the aged fuels work of Sr. Peter Lillian DiMaria, O CARM
Addicts find sanctuary in Vancouver program
Journal misstates Catholic principles relating to maternal health crises
Holy Cross provides hospitality suite for Jewish visitors
Social Security agency requests ministry's help with Mother's Day campaign
CHA experts promote sophisticated messaging on health reform
Covenant reworks service mix at two Lubbock campuses
Pope names Polish bishop as new head of Vatican's health care council
Youville's garbage returns to soil
Ministry members participate in National Healthcare Decisions Day
Girl Scouts whip up meal for the homeless
Franciscan Health opens St. Anthony Hospital in Washington's Gig Harbor
Golf gets Marian cancer patients back into the swing of life
Traveling exhibit tells the story of Catholic sisters in America
Keeping Up
May 15
Index
Love is essential to application of Christian ethics in health care
Holy Cross ER suits sensory-challenged seniors
Ministry staff aims to ease burdens on patients' 'informal' caregivers
Hospice of the Gorge reaches migrant families
CHA honors Vatican's Sr. Sharon Holland, IHM, for service to ministry
CHI pursuing transfer of St. John's to Mercy
Benedictine to build skilled nursing facility in Bismarck, N.D., by 2010
Trinity to leave Franciscan system
Provena Saint Joseph opens patient tower with all-private rooms
Avera to use grants of $13.5 million to bolster rural and cancer care
Nurse receives blessing
Ministry gives public a dose of reassurance on flu strain
Keeping Up
June 1
Index
Congressional efforts at health reform to accelerate this summer
Health ministry active in New Orleans' revival
Rural hospitals deliver health care with a personal touch
Adventurer, altruist Stan Brock serves U.S. health care poor
Honolulu's St. Francis offers service that helps seniors remain independent
Vatican approves public juridic person model for Providence Health
St. Joseph program trains laypeople to deliver spiritual support to patients
Saint Vincent initiative highlights importance of faith in healing
Kresge makes challenge grant
Keeping Up
June 15
Index
The devil's in the details with health insurance reform
St. Elizabeth's stroke awareness program alerts women to risks
Mercy supports walking tour in Cedar Rapids
CleanMed speakers exhort purchasers to buy eco-friendly products
Alexian symposium to help clinicians identify 'hidden injuries' in veterans
Ministry is committed to reform that promotes human dignity
Ministry seizes challenge and opportunity to shape health reform
Ministry must return to Gospel-based vision of founders, says ethicist
Brinker built Komen for the Cure foundation into global force for good
Panel: Sponsors, executives and boards can strengthen communications
Remote Area Medical responds to great unmet health needs in U.S.
Massive demands in a pandemic will require care rationing
Ministry can influence health reform, say speakers
Schieffer discusses opening to pass health reform legislation this year
CHA membership elects board members, approves dues resolution
Gentle touch communicates caring to people with dementia
Planning, evaluation crucial to success of community benefit programs
Make plans to laugh; it's the best stress buster, says presenter
Awardees receive sculpture evoking Gospel story of healing
Achievement Citation Award: Mercy Sacramento program helps mothers to battle addiction
Lifetime Achievement Award: With a 'passion for the possible,' Sr. Gellise serves the vulnerable
Midcareer Award: Mission is top priority on balance sheet for Bon Secours' Gallagher
Sr. Concilia Moran Award: Sr. Ketterer led effort to transform sponsorship model at Covenant Health Systems
Sr. Concilia Moran Award: Sr. DeClercq prepares laity to succeed religious sponsors at Trinity Health
Present compelling case for palliative care, panel advises attendees
Providers use ethics audits to measure progress, shortfalls against ERDs
Value-based decisions preserve Catholic identity, say health leaders
Health care experts examine charity care picture and what may come
Elder care field likely to see more partnerships, creativity in approaches, say experts on panel
'Hearts and Minds' program offers a dynamic way to conduct outreach
Ministry hospitals pilot internal audit program for community benefit
Panelists show how a matrix tool can aid in mission assessment
CHA volunteers go to work in New Orleans
Postcards from New Orleans
Keeping Up
July 1
Index
Stakeholders, politicians work on cutting price tag for health reform
Stay the course
Bon Secours campus secures citizen input on community plan
St. Joseph's broadcasts original video programming
CHA co-hosts Capitol Hill briefing on need for palliative care services
CHA materials get boards up to speed on IRS Form 990
St. John's helps seniors determine if they are safe behind the wheel
Providence nursing home has a warm spot for troops
St. Anthony's among facilities using palm scanners to register patients
Daughters of Charity kick off nurse-led sepsis study
Workforce research finds nurses critical to health reform
With addition, Alexian Brothers site converts to all-private rooms
USCCB releases guidance for union representation campaigns
CHA ethicist receives Catholic Press award
Ministry members find creative ways to be good citizens
Keeping Up
August 1
Index
CHA joins with hospital community to help pay for health reform
Continue the progress
Health reformers consider ways to link quality to reimbursement
Dementia patients lead full lives at Huger Mercy Living Center
Dr. Regina Benjamin called great choice for top public health advisor
Fr. DiNoia ordained archbishop following appointment to Vatican post
Time to get creative in tackling childhood obesity, SLU experts say
Two Catholic hospitals receive Circle of Life citations
Our Lady of the Lake and LSU consider partnering on medical education
Saint Anthony of Chicago separates from Ascension Health, will stand alone
St. Mary's acquires Amsterdam Memorial
CHA welcomes senior director of sponsor services
Nursing homes offer fresher food, tastier choices for residents
Keeping Up
August 15
Index
Health reformers search for better care delivery models
Avera program gives Head Start kids, families a boost
Lourdes, St. Rose cited in national guide on palliative care
FoodMed explores how hospitals can serve food healthful to patients, planet
Cincinnati's Jewish Hospital to join Mercy Health Partners
Sisters of St. Joseph, Benedictine agree to cosponsor Nazareth Living Center
Chelsea, Mich., hospital joins Trinity's Saint Joseph
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa opens hospital, plans academic children's hospital
Clean, lean workspaces save steps, lower stress at Mercy Health Center
Ministry provides holistic support to those on the NICU roller coaster
Keeping Up
September 1
Index
Our vision: Health insurance coverage for all in the United States
Reformers ponder how to promote healthy living
Saint Joseph's mines the many talents of its sponsors
Downturn straining charity care system, say leaders
Some Medal of Freedom winners have familiar faces to ministry members
Saint John's Health Center connects to community with media art wall
Keck center opening completes replacement hospital
St. Vincent's clears legal hurdle in bid to build hospital in Clay County, Fla.
Trenton's St. Francis starts up LIFE, New Jersey's first PACE program
St. Joseph's Mission Hospital acquires South Coast Medical
Sr. Karam to head St. Vincent Charity, Ross to serve as COO
Community Health Partners helps poor women prepare for motherhood
Keeping Up
September 15
Index
Health reformers hunt for ways to improve quality, safety of care
For the good of all
Prevention seen as way to slow growth in charity
St. Vincent's effort reaches busy farmers where they meet
Public health experts ask providers to prepare for H1N1's return
Artist creates crop art of St. Francis Health logo
Mercy asks questions on substance abuse to motivate behavior change
CHA names members of steering committee developing vision of ministry's future
CHI to sell three hospitals to Trinity Health
Sisters of Charity system, Community First agree on Exempla transfer
Delivering bad news well requires courage, patience and empathy
Keeping Up
October 1
Index
Ministry advocates come to Washington to support health reform
Thank you, Mr. President
Legislators ponder ways to keep seniors independent longer
Catholic health executives say the time is right for reform
Community Health Partners uses community input to shape services
Foundress of Little Sisters to be canonized
St. John's chaplains tap into new media to connect with people
CHRISTUS center offers homeless clients psychiatric help via telemedicine
Indianapolis Catholic institutions partner in online, accelerated nursing program
CHA gets enthusiastic response to its flu preparedness website
Ministry campuses provide 'living lab' for students to try out medical careers
Keeping Up
October 15
Index
Ministry staff members help each other through economic downturn
Focus time
Degree programs aim to fill demand for bioethicists
Majority of doctors support public insurance option
'Be strategic' in support of quality, consultant advises chaplains
Real men wear pink for breast cancer awareness
Benedictine health system dietary staffs go tong-to-tong in cook-off
Catholic Healthcare West hospitals receive Circle of Life for palliative care
Ministry health reform advocates fan out over Capitol Hill
Youth with dual diagnoses learn skills to reenter mainstream
Keeping Up
November 1
Index
BEST Age exercise programs help frail seniors achieve independence
We still have much to do to get good health reform
Flexibility, creativity, respect key to retaining nurses
Seton's medical school affiliation could mitigate doctor shortage
Vision 2020 participants consider drivers of systemic change in health care
CHI creates national foundation office, names its president
CHI gift helps nuns to renovate houses destroyed by Hurricane Katrina
Exempla board agrees to changes giving Sisters of Charity more control
St. Elizabeth Healthcare sells old Covington, Ky., campus
Trinity Health's Swedish recognized for promoting diversity, culturally competent care
Picchi named executive director of Supportive Care Coalition
Culture change work at St. Joseph involves developing employees
Sr. Patricia Eck, CBS, to lead congregation's newly formed international leadership team
Amid crushing poverty, hope is the currency of heroes
Keeping Up
November 15
Index
Nurses take charge in 'Transforming Care at the Bedside'
Formation programs connect trustees to mission
Cancer survivors fight lingering fatigue with structured exercise
CHW speaks the language of diversity
Fr. Damien's canonization twines love of church and country
Pet pantry provides 'good help' to animal lovers in need
St. Joseph ED uses Toyota's lean manufacturing model
Sr. Marie Lenahan, RSM, past president of Mercy hospitals in Philadelphia, dies
Ministry programs let seniors stay at home despite declining health
Keeping Up
December 1
Index
Ministry Health Care helps revive an aging Milwaukee neighborhood
The really hard part of health reform is here
Bioethics expert looks at issues in conscience debate
Providence raises cultural sensitivity of physicians caring for the dying
Bishops clarify ethical directive on artificial nutrition, hydration
CHA committees say ministry must remain focused on community need
Online diary traces Hospital Sisters' rough journey to America
Saint John's receives $100 million for translational medicine centers
St. Joseph Hospital of Eureka, Calif., to add tower by 2011
St. Vincent Center of Hope starts the healing process for assault victims
St. Mary's Nutrition Center holds bite-size fund-raiser
Mercy challenges border town residents to gain control of their health
Keeping Up
December 15
Index
MOMobile guides uninsured women through healthy pregnancies
Saint Francis to staff: Accent the positive at work, home
Ministry systems, facilities nourish their spiritual 'personalities'
Christ's gift of hope inspires ministry's care of the vulnerable
Saint Joseph to open replacement hospital
St. Joseph's takes proactive approach to keeping kids safe, healthy
Our Lady of Fatima on the move
CHA hosting networking calls on environmental stewardship
PeaceHealth to build facility on Washington's San Juan Island
Residents' training has safety focus at Saint Francis, St. John's, TriHealth
CHRISTUS St. Frances contest invites innovation in diabetes care
Resurrection to transfer two hospitals
St. Joseph Health Services of Rhode Island to affiliate with Roger Williams Medical
CHA invites ministry to envision, help shape future of Catholic health care
St. John's offers 'virtual visitations' during flu season
Staff, community members help to bring Christmas cheer to hospital halls
Keeping Up
2008
Annual Index
January 15
Index
Final CHA 'Vision' reflects ministry voices and values
CHA Assembly will feature four sessions for board member development
IRS changes reporting for not-for-profits; CHA work used in new hospital section
'National Healthcare Decisions Day' to promote advance directives
SCHIP extension puts reauthorization debate on hold
Nurses credentialing center grants Magnet status to seven ministry sites
Sisters of Mercy Health System gets serious about conservation
Integrating community benefit and finance: A recipe for success
New York hospitals making progress on Berger mandates
Saint Anthony's plans $67 million expansion
CHW mission trip delivers sustainable health care in Esquipulas
Alegent Health's new graduate program will mint physician leaders
Long-term care system needs to get ready for Baby Boom surge
Rescue workers shore up skills as ski season nears
FMOL PACE center to help frail elderly remain at home
Swindells Resource Center aids parents of special needs children
Keeping Up
February 1
Index
St. Rose Dominican teaches value of palliative care
Bishops encourage participation in U.S. political process
CHA launches immigrant photo project
During Holy Land visit, CHA head witnesses plight of Palestinians
Catholic groups convene to consider impact of climate change
Vatican approves merger of seven congregations of Dominican Sisters
Efforts to stabilize health care in New Orleans gain steam
Three N.Y. Catholic hospitals announce transition plans, receive grants
Providence Cancer Center brings together patients and researchers
Couple pledges $2 million for Providence neuroscience institute
Milestones reached in mergers and acquisitions involving ministry
St. Vincent Sports Performance Center gives athletes an edge
Keeping Up
February 15
Index
Budget proposal would slash Medicare, Medicaid payments
Bon Secours Ministry Fund helps launch initiative ministering to the homebound
Mission leaders are advised to assume their rightful, strategic role in Catholic health care
Columbia St. Mary's Health System designs a just health plan
Pope Benedict: Mary's faith should inspire selfless caregiving
Journal focuses on formation of lay leaders
Pro-life events demonstrate ongoing opposition to abortion
Ardmore's Mercy Memorial begins $60 million tower
Medical educator reflects on the care and nurturing of physicians
SMDC 'crack down' on freebies aids mission
Governance committee bolsters process for recruiting new board members
Hundreds of schoolchildren enjoy Christmas in January
Deal gives CHW control of Sequoia Hospital
Music lends a positive note to hospital experience
Keeping Up
March 1
Index
Cultural competence is essential component of clinic's work
Northridge program unites community against childhood obesity
CHA Vision paper works as catalyst during Cover the Uninsured Week
Duo dives deep to discover what inspires caregivers
Supportive Care meeting explores spirituality in palliative care
CHI connects hospitals in Kentucky
Columbia St. Mary's joins with Froedtert
CHI creates firm to manage captive insurance companies
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Hospitals, manufacturers come through for Haitian relief efforts
Catholic systems among first in a decade to start new N.Y. PACE programs
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Catholic facilities partner on orthopedic hospitals
Trinity Health gears up its community benefit activity
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Cabrini trains prison health providers to care for aged
Daughters of Charity may acquire Downey Regional
CMS report predicts health care will take an ever bigger bite of GDP
Bon Secours Virginia helps food pantry to recover
St. Vincent Health of Indianapolis acquires Salem, Ind., hospital
Mary Immaculate Health embraces employees with family ties to Haiti
Saint Francis to use two new gifts for Men's Health Institute
Benefactor honors late wife with Pietà at St. Vincent Medical Center
St. Francis building affordable senior apartments
Ministry supports seniors facing spiritual questions in last phase of life
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St. John expands access to mental health services in challenging economy
Saint Francis Hospital gets the lead out in Hartford
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Casa de Misericordia helps domestic violence victims to rebuild lives
Sacred Heart Health System to open hospital in Port St. Joe Fla.
Paupers meal raises money for Haiti relief
CHA director to coordinate international relief efforts among ministry members
Employee's gift will help expand children's hospital
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Ex-cons and gang members shed tattoos and improve prospects for success in the workplace
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Bishop Vann named bishops' liaison to CHA
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CHA audioconference explores how to reach diverse populations
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A tribute to the 'invisible' homeless
Holy Cross to build hospital, renovate existing campus, add clinics by 2012
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Stricter tobacco policies forcing smokers' hands
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Volunteer roles give doctors chance to concentrate on care
Ministry supports coverage for young immigrants
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Maine's St. Mary's wins McGaw prize for community service
Women religious reflect on civil rights advancements
Bon Secours Virginia, Sentara partner to build Virginia Beach hospital
New CHA advocacy agenda prioritizes health care for all
Couple establishes $1 million endowment
St. Cloud to add wing, upgrade facilities
Labyrinth walkers pause to reflect and heal
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Haitian hospital seeks hand-up from U.S. health care ministry
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Employment picture increases urgency of health care reform
St. Elizabeth promotes good nutrition for cancer patients
Ascension Health promotes jobs creation in Flint
Catholic coalition to unveil 'St. Francis Pledge' on climate change
April 16 is National Healthcare Decisions Day
Catholic Healthcare West says no to genetically engineered sugar
IHI recognizes three CHA hospitals for big strides in quality
Event committees keep Catholic facilities hopping year-round
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Alegent works with churches to build network focused on health
Hospitality eases stress for families of Avera McKennan patients
Teens protect teens from alcohol-impaired drivers
Mission leaders have role in quality improvement
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Baptist Hospital employees shape spiritual care programs
At seminar, Louisville residents learn how to spot trafficking victims
CHRISTUS children's hospital celebrates golden anniversary
Economic downturn ups need for SOAR! donations
Sisters of St. Joseph care for their frail members
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In upscale neighborhoods, an affordable option for elderly
Hospital makes effort to accommodate diverse worldviews
St. Joseph takes healthy lifestyle message to schools
IOM: Insurance lack harms communities
Ministry has responsibility to heal the Earth, speakers say
CHW makes second loan to help clinics caught in California's budget crisis
St. Elizabeth's Hospital gives its employees cash to stimulate local economy
College offers displaced workers a tuition break
Rolling clinics deliver care to medically underserved areas
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April 1
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A sister's untimely breast cancer death inspires a lifesaving movement
CHRISTUS, others bring inflatable hospital to S.E. Texas
Urban hospitals must revamp to succeed, say executives
Provena mixes fun with health promotion for seniors
As patient, St. Vincent nurse rediscovers value of faith, family, friends
CHA launches online tool for measuring mission effectiveness
St. Mary's Hospital of Passaic seeks Chapter 11 protection to reorganize
Providence Hood River opens addition
Sisters of Providence build nursing residence for elderly sisters, laity
Sisters of Charity system to take ownership of hospitals
Regional summit on health reform
Exempla Saint Joseph partners with physicians on orthopedic hospital
OSF St. Mary to mark centennial
Today's cord blood cells provide stock for tomorrow's cures
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April 15
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Ascension CEOs work with competitors to improve care access
St. Joseph's ER volunteers lower patient stress
Providence cuts energy consumption despite expansion
Catholic providers lead way during Cover the Uninsured Week
Flooding triggers evacuation of Fargo hospitals, nursing homes
Sisters of Charity in the limelight at New York St. Patrick's parade
SSM's new hospital is designed to increase patient safety
Former CHI head, Cahill, inducted into Health Care Hall of Fame
St. Vincent's building design clears commission, but project faces lawsuit
Ministry's environmental leaders recruit converts to green cause
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May 1
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St. Joseph's center helps kids overcome serious eating problems
Love of the aged fuels work of Sr. Peter Lillian DiMaria, O CARM
Addicts find sanctuary in Vancouver program
Journal misstates Catholic principles relating to maternal health crises
Holy Cross provides hospitality suite for Jewish visitors
Social Security agency requests ministry's help with Mother's Day campaign
CHA experts promote sophisticated messaging on health reform
Covenant reworks service mix at two Lubbock campuses
Pope names Polish bishop as new head of Vatican's health care council
Youville's garbage returns to soil
Ministry members participate in National Healthcare Decisions Day
Girl Scouts whip up meal for the homeless
Franciscan Health opens St. Anthony Hospital in Washington's Gig Harbor
Golf gets Marian cancer patients back into the swing of life
Traveling exhibit tells the story of Catholic sisters in America
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May 15
Index
Love is essential to application of Christian ethics in health care
Holy Cross ER suits sensory-challenged seniors
Ministry staff aims to ease burdens on patients' 'informal' caregivers
Hospice of the Gorge reaches migrant families
CHA honors Vatican's Sr. Sharon Holland, IHM, for service to ministry
CHI pursuing transfer of St. John's to Mercy
Benedictine to build skilled nursing facility in Bismarck, N.D., by 2010
Trinity to leave Franciscan system
Provena Saint Joseph opens patient tower with all-private rooms