news & updates
Here you’ll find the latest news and updates from The Health Collaborative, our partners, and allies in healthcare improvement. New developments are always happening so check back often.
CEO Corner: Hindsight 2020 – We’re Stronger Together
CEO Craig Brammer finds silver linings in the accomplishments we’ve achieved collectively.
THC Says Goodbye to Two Longtime Leaders
Our team will bear a double loss this month in the departure of Medical Director Barbara Tobias, MD, and the retirement of Chief Administrative Officer Colleen O’Toole, PhD.
Shout Out to Sean Flynn, Senior Account Manager
Spotlight on Senior Account Manager Sean Flynn, working to transform the way first responders collect, share, report, and analyze critical information.
COVID-19: Why Get Tested?
Three Reasons Healthy People Should Get Tested for COVID-19
Media Outlets Unite for Historic Joint Broadcast
Six local television, radio and print news outlets are uniting to present an hour-long program created to generate hope and solidarity among regional residents facing the harshest season of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thousands of Top U.S. Hospitals Encourage Everyone to #MaskUp
Growing numbers of COVID-19 cases and deaths are troubling; face masks can slow the trend.
It’s time to rethink Thanksgiving
Think of your family, neighbors, friends and our healthcare workers, and please join us by making a commitment today to rethink Thanksgiving.
2021 Community Health Needs Assessment: Request for Proposals
THC and its partners are seeking assistance with the 2021 cycle of our region’s jointly-conducted Community Health Needs Assessment.
FREE COVID-19 Testing Starting Oct. 9 at Select Library Locations
The Library is adding four to five locations weekly to allow equitable access across Hamilton County. Testing is walk-up only and no appointment is needed.
TAP Health Virtual Surgery Viewing: Student Reflection by Anitvir Taunque
TAP MD student and aspiring surgeon Anitvir Taunque shares his reflection on the first virtual surgery he attended through the program.
OH Secretary of State LaRose Urges Healthcare Workers to Vote
Watch a message from Ohio Secretary of State to healthcare workers urging you to vote!
Member Minute: COVID-19 Edition – Matt Clayton, Springdale Health Commissioner
We spent a few minutes to get Clayton’s perspective on what’s happening, what’s to come, and all that our region has to be proud of as we hit the six-month mark for the crisis.
Tools to Help You Be More Productive: Announcing hb/suite 3.0!
We’ve been listening to the voices of our members, and we’re upgrading to offer the most advanced, best-in-industry software and services available.
Local Business Leader Kristi Nelson Joins THC Board
Kristi Nelson is VP Global Human Resources and General Counsel for Multi-Color Corp., a leader in global label solutions.
Test and Protect: Stopping Spread of COVID-19 to Better PROTECT Health in Hamilton County
Hamilton County has partnered with The Health Collaborative and their partners as we have regional surveillance across the region that can pinpoint where there are spikes and hot spots in communities.
Member Minute with Hoxworth Blood Center: 450 Units Needed Every Day
Hoxworth’s Director of Public Relations, Alecia Lipton MHA talks about the current need for blood, plasma, and convalescent plasma donations in our region to help ALL patients in need.
Donate Convalescent Plasma to Help Those with COVID-19
Donating convalescent plasma is an incredible way to make a difference during this time of uncertainty—and when you donate with Hoxworth, your plasma is guaranteed to go to a patient in need right here in the Tri-state area.
Member Minute: COVID-19 Edition – Carespring’s Chris Chirumbolo
Chirumbolo and his skilled care organizations have been at the forefront of the pandemic response, keeping our most vulnerable elderly cared for and safe.
Successes in Integrating Behavioral Healthcare in Primary Care Settings: bi3 Paper
A new paper detailing how together, behavioral healthcare and primary care can improve physician job satisfaction and patient health.
Keeping Our Seniors Safe During a Pandemic
The caring staff at our area nursing homes are heroes who do not seek recognition but an understanding of the ongoing battle they face.
$18M in CARES Act Funds Awarded to The Health Collaborative for COVID-19 Testing
Hamilton County is ramping up its COVID-19 testing strategy thanks to a partnership between Hamilton County, The Health Collaborative and several of our region’s leading health and healthcare institutions.
CEO Corner: Managing the “New Normal”
Reflecting on all we’ve accomplished in our region together in 2020 despite the challenges of the pandemic.
Member Minute with UC Health’s Dustin Calhoun MD
Dr. Calhoun gives his insight into what motivates him and how he stays connected to what matters most.
Saying Farewell to a Dear Friend
Keith Hepp has stood tall as a leader of our organization and a national advocate for health information exchanges for many years.
Member Minute with Beckett Springs: Caring for The Community’s Mental Health
Beckett Springs engages with patients, families, employees, communities, healthcare providers, and health insurers to increase access to behavioral healthcare.
Member Minute with HORAN: Planning for a Rainy Day
This week, THC’s Ameenah Hall is joined by Rachele Wolf, Vice President Client Education Services of HORAN to talk about their commitment to supporting clients during the COVID pandemic.
MASK ON Campaign Launches with Help from P&G
Help us protect the region by sharing this important message of “IF YOU’RE OUT, MASKS ON,” to your employees and networks through social media.
Regional COVID Communications Center Launches
Critical Health and Safety Information to be Shared with Cincinnati Region via RC3
Member Minute with TiER1 Performance: Weathering the Storm
This week, Senior Healthcare Consultants Amy Donaldson & Laurie Farmer of TiER1 Performance Healthcare share how they are helping their clients weather the storm of the pandemic.
Using Quality Improvement to Inspire the Regional Response to COVID-19
Senior Manager of Clinical Initiatives Kate Haralson discusses how our regional COVID-19 response teams have worked to develop common tools often used in QI projects.
COVID-19 Cases Increase as States Reopen
Community spread has been attributed to large social gatherings, family parties, and work environments.
Member Minute with Airrosti: Keeping Essential Workers Moving
Learn how Airrosti is working to provide essential healthcare services during the pandemic.
What is Contact Tracing? And Why Does it Matter?
Contact tracing supports patients and warns contacts of exposure in order to stop the spread of disease.
Member Minute with Interact For Health: Equity and Engagement During a Crisis
O’dell Owens, MD, President and CEO of Interact for Health, join’s THC’s Ameenah Hall for Friday, 6/12.
Funding Renewed for Regional Model Addressing Health Related Social Needs
Gen-H Connect funding will ensure screenings for transportation, food access, and other services remain available in difficult times.
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