A ransomware attack by the ‘Blackcat’ group on UnitedHealth Group subsidiary Change Healthcare has disrupted payment systems and prescription processing in nearly 90% of US pharmacies, seriously affecting patient care and pharmacy operations. Healthcare providers are seeking immediate solutions, while addressing a need for increased cybersecurity to protect sensitive health information. The uncertainty around the attack’s duration highlights the importance of long-term planning and collaboration to enhance the sector’s cyber resilience.
NP pay by state, adjusted for cost of living | 2025 – Becker’s Hospital Review
California offers the highest wages for nurse practitioners (NPs), but Oklahoma tops the list once adjusted for the cost of living. This is according to
