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Healthcare in 2026 is entering a pivotal era—one defined not by hype, but by measurable impact, financial pressure, and accelerated innovation. According to McKinsey, the U.S. healthcare industry continues to face significant strain, with EBITDA as a percentage of national health expenditures dropping from 11.2% in 2019 to 8.9% in 2024, and projected to fall
Allied healthcare professionals are the backbone of modern care delivery. From imaging and laboratory services to rehabilitation, respiratory therapy, and diagnostic support, these roles make up over 60% of the healthcare workforce nationwide. Yet despite their essential contributions, allied health teams continue to face rising demand, staffing shortages, and increased burnout. According to the U.S.
A quiet but powerful shift is happening in organ donation—and it’s unfolding inside one of healthcare’s most widely used patient portals. Since Epic added a donor‑registration button to MyChart in May 2025, more than 130,000 individuals have signed up to become organ, eye, or tissue donors through the platform. The adoption has been rapid: over
Health systems across the country are preparing for one of the most significant Medicaid funding contractions in modern history. With an estimated $900 billion in Medicaid cuts projected over the next decade, hospitals, physician groups, and safety‑net providers are moving quickly to protect revenue, stabilize operations, and safeguard access for vulnerable populations. The scale of