
National EMS Week Shines Light on First Responders' Vital Role in Regional Readiness
Every year, National EMS Week serves as an important reminder to appreciation the people who dedicate their lives to protecting and saving others. Observed May 18 – 24 this year, the week carries a powerful and timely theme: “We Care. For Everyone.
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Hospital Week: Celebrating the Heart of Our Communities
Every May, National Hospital Week is recognized as a way to celebrate the more than 6,000 hospitals in the U. S. that serve as the cornerstone of our communities, and care for more than 30 million patients each year.
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Northeast Ohio Nurse Leaders Turn Workforce Challenges Into Action
Regional Panel Spurs Vision for Collaboration as Nurses Week 2025 Highlights Ongoing Healthcare Strains
In mid-February, a group of Northeast Ohio’s top nursing and healthcare leaders gathered at The Center for Health Affairs with a clear objective: move beyond discussion and chart a path toward solving one of healthcare’s most pressing…

Call to Action During National Minority Health Month 2025: Part 2
Last week, in observance of National Minority Health Month, commemorated in April in the U. S. , we explored some of the many health disparities that persist today and negatively affect underrepresented populations. Today, we turn our attention to solutions.
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Call to Action During National Minority Health Month 2025: Part 1
National Minority Health Month (NMHM) is observed every April in the United States. Its purpose is to raise awareness about the health disparities that continue to affect underrepresented populations.
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My Experience Graduating from the Capstone Leadership Institute
Last month, along with the CHAMPS GPO team, I attended the 2024 Capstone Forum — a three-day event designed to bring together supply chain experts, suppliers and Capstone members for networking, sharing actionable best practices, and increasing collaboration.
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Beyond the Storm: Essential Tips for Managing Fleet Vehicles After Flooding
In the weeks following the catastrophic landfall of hurricanes Helene and Milton, the focus has shifted from recovery to cleanup and damage assessment. As the devasting storm surges, mudslides and extensive flooding destroyed lives, homes, and roadways, CHAMPS members operating services fleets find themselves in a difficult situation.
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month: How We Can Support Survivors
Every October, communities, organizations, and individuals in the United States come together to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and raise awareness about the devastating issue of domestic violence (DV).
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Celebrating National Healthcare Supply Chain Week
As National Healthcare Supply Chain Week unfolds, we take this opportunity to honor the indispensable role of healthcare supply chains – and the people who make them work – in safeguarding our health and supporting the global economy. This week — Oct.
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