Healthcare Safety News & Insights

Latest Healthcare Insights & News

We are committed to providing you with up-to-date news and educational resources to help reduce risk, increase safety and improve quality at your healthcare facility. Check back frequently for our latest blogs, newsletters, claims studies, announcements and more.

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04.15.2026
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Why Annual Professional Liability Risk Assessment Matters: Key Benefits for LHA Trust Fund Members

See how our specialized risk assessments work to illuminate risks, and how your team can use them to close compliance gap...

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04.15.2026
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The Benefits of Completing a Physical and Post-Offer Pre-Employment Screening

Learn how screening programs can help strengthen your team’s safety and better align hiring practices with essential job ...

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04.13.2026
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Reducing Fall & Slip Injuries: What Our Claims Tell Us — and How We Improve Safety Now

Identify the top contributing causes from recent claims and outline mitigation actions you can take to reduce liability e...

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04.13.2026
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Hearing Conservation Best Practices for Workplace Noise Protection & Control

Explore practical hearing conservation steps, including how to monitor noise levels, implement protective equipment and c...

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03.31.2026
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LHA Trust Funds Crowns Dr. Casey Steen Louisiana’s Favorite Doctor for 2026

LHA Trust Funds is excited to announce Casey Steen, MD, of North Oaks Health System, as the winner of the 2026 Louisiana’...

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01.13.2026
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Navigating Workers’ Compensation Claims Involving Preexisting Conditions

From Second Injury Fund documentation to return-to-work planning, our latest article breaks down how Louisiana employers ...

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01.07.2026
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The Importance of Understanding Indemnification and Defense Clauses in Vendor Contracts

Vendor partnerships are vital to hospital operations. But without the right clauses, they can expose you to unnecessary r...

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12.22.2025
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The Critical Importance of Safe Patient Handling & Mobility Programs in Hospitals

Manual patient handling remains one of the top causes of staff injuries in hospitals, impacting both patient safety and t...

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12.22.2025
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Risk Management Strategies for Addressing Maternal Healthcare Gaps in Louisiana’s OB Care Deserts

Explore key exposures healthcare organizations face in these settings and how risk managers can strengthen readiness thro...

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