This article, originally posted on Sept. 23, 2019, was last updated on Dec. 3, 2025. Please note that these statistics aren’t updated regularly. Always check with your state’s hospital associations ...

Always ask the patient if you can visit before going to the hospital. Wash or sanitize your hands before you touch the patient or anything in the room. If you feel sick or have symptoms, do not visit ...

Hospital staff commonly use abbreviations and jargon; don't hesitate to ask for clarification when you need it. Common acronyms include ER (emergency room), ICU (intensive care unit), and CCU (cardiac ...

Hospital indemnity insurance pays you cash when you're in the hospital. Find Cheap Health Insurance Quotes in Your Area You can use the money from a hospital indemnity plan to pay for things your ...

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The Ministry of Labor, Health, Solidarity and Families is taking part in the 42nd Heritage Days: for the occasion, the Ministry is opening its doors to visitors on Saturday, September 20, 2025. This ...

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Pregnancy is a time of anticipation, preparation, and decisions. Among the decisions facing you is choosing between a birthing center vs. a hospital for delivering your baby. Hospitals are the ...

When you leave a hospital after treatment, you go through a process called hospital discharge. A hospital will discharge you when you no longer need to receive inpatient care and can go home. Or, a ...