Food insecurity is a common but often overlooked risk factor affecting pregnant women, infants, and young children. Many healthcare organizations now include food insecurity screening as part of routine care, yet screening alone does not improve outcomes unless it leads to timely, effective action. Training child and maternal care teams is what turns screening into support.

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Hospital leaders operate under immense pressure. Providing high-quality patient care while navigating the demands of regulatory compliance and staff shortages creates a complex operating environment. Managing these challenges requires more than just standard training tools — it requires a strategic approach to building a safer, more competent, and highly engaged workforce.

Managing clinical placements requires significant time, careful coordination, and precise communication. Relying on manual methods like spreadsheets, phone calls, and lengthy email chains often leads to miscommunication and delayed schedules. By transitioning away from time-consuming manual processes, healthcare organizations and academic institutions can focus on what matters most, which is preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.

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We analyzed data from over 670 medical services professionals (MSPs) for the HealthStream® 2026 Trends in Medical Staff Credentialing report to bring you a deeper understanding of what’s shaping credentialing practices across the industry.

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