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What NC Can Expect from the 2026 State Medical Facilities Plan

Our CON experts highlight trends and surprises in North Carolina's statewide need determinations

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Giving Voice to Disability in Community Health Improvement Plans

New research shows a lack of disability representation in most CHIPs. Here's why it matters – and what you can do about it.

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2 Reasons to Worry About Healthcare Wage Inflation

Clinical salaries have stabilized since the COVID era, but a coming spike in entry-level wages could upend your business plans.

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How Employee Engagement Transforms Workforce Development

Trying to build the workforce of the future? Start by listening to more of the workers you have today.

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Try This “Secret Weapon” for Quality Improvement

How do you know when you're ready to start the accreditation process? Here's an assessment that saves time, money, and disappointment.

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Overcoming Vaccine Hesitancy: The Ascendient Strategy Guide

With public health departments facing a plunge in vaccination rates, it's time for leaders to rethink their strategy.

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3 Demographic Considerations for Your CON Strategy

Growing rural counties, declining suburbs, and shifting migration patterns – how demographic subtleties can affect your planning.

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