The MHA received media coverage the week of Oct. 21 regarding the Baxter IV solutions shortage and the impact hospitals have in their local communities.
WOOD TV aired a story Oct. 21 about the impact the Baxter IV solutions shortage is having on Michigan hospitals. The story includes quotes from Laura Appel, executive vice president and government relations and public policy, MHA, sharing updates on the situation and how hospitals are managing supply.
“I would say with few exceptions, I believe just about every health system in the state is doing what are called conservation measures,” said Appel.
The MHA is also featured in the October issue of FOCUS Magazine, the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce’s monthly business publication. The article, located on page 16, focuses on the role healthcare plays in the community, particularly as an employer, and includes quotes from MHA CEO Brian Peters.
“There’s no single answer,” said Peters about issues the MHA is focused on, including workforce shortages, greater behavioral health demands, workplace violence, health equity concerns and hospital viability. “These are obviously very complex issues, so the answers are multiple.”
Members with any questions regarding media requests should contact John Karasinski at the MHA.
