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November 12, 2026

Takeaways from the most recent news in the technology and policies shaping healthcare.

Hospitals

US News Names 35 Best BSN Programs in 2027 Rankings

By Healthcare Technology News ·

U.S. News & World Report published its latest ranking of the nation's 35 best Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs on Sept. 22, according to Becker's Hospital Review. The list is part of the media company's 2027 Best Colleges rankings, the 42nd edition, which evaluated nearly 1,700 institutions.

The BSN rankings are built on the average of scores from surveys sent to nursing school administrators and faculty, a peer-assessment method that reflects reputation among educators. For a health system, that peer signal matters: BSN programs are the primary training ground for the registered nurses hospitals depend on, and many employers now favor or require a bachelor's degree for bedside roles.

The timing is notable. Hospitals continue to grapple with nursing shortages, turnover, and reliance on expensive travel nurses. Knowing which schools produce well-regarded graduates helps systems target recruiting, build academic partnerships, and shore up the talent pipeline. For prospective students, the list offers a shorthand for program quality as demand for nurses stays high.

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Baltimore ERs See Surge in GLP-1 Side Effects, Doctor Warns

Baltimore emergency physicians report a rise in preventable ER visits tied to GLP-1 drugs used without medical supervision, a MedStar Health doctor told WBAL-TV.

Why it matters: The surge shows how unsupervised online access to GLP-1 drugs is pushing avoidable costs and complications into hospital emergency rooms.

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Lehigh Valley Sues Highmark Over Specialty Drug Access

Lehigh Valley Health Network sued Highmark, alleging the insurer is blocking its specialty pharmacy from dispensing high-cost drugs to members.

Why it matters: Specialty drugs are among the most profitable prescriptions, and the suit tests whether payers can steer them away from hospital-owned pharmacies.

Hospitals

Hackers Lurked 17 Days in Georgia Hospital Network

Hackers accessed Bacon County Hospital's network in Georgia for 17 days before detection, copying files in a breach that underscores rural hospital security gaps.

Why it matters: Slow detection lets attackers quietly steal patient data, and small rural hospitals are among the most exposed in healthcare.