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Nurses call off strike, announce tentative deal with UVM Medical Center
In a press release Wednesday night, the union said it had secured a 23% salary increase for its nurses.
Vermont selected to take part in federal health care reform model
The AHEAD Model, which Vermont could begin in 2026, aims to reduce health care spending, improve investment in primary care and change how hospitals are paid.
Vermont approved to expand Medicaid coverage for people transitioning out of prison
The expansion, which would cover 90 days before release, is expected to take about a year and a half to design and implement.
Vermont hospitals implement new rules for accessing free medical care
A 2022 law aimed at freeing more Vermonters from medical debt went into effect Monday.
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UVM Medical Center nurses will strike if no deal is reached, union says
The work stoppage would begin July 12 and last five days. Hospital officials are putting a contingency plan in place.
State finds potentially harmful chemicals in two Hartford school buildings
“We’re not going to let students, faculty and staff into the building if we have a hazard,” said the district’s building and grounds director.
As negotiations continue, UVM Medical Center nurses vote to allow strike
A bargaining team member said that a strike remains the last resort, and would only be considered if no agreement is reached by July 9.
Grace Cottage welcomes new chief executive
Olivia Sweetnam, the chief nursing officer, will take the reins July 1 as fundraising continues for new $20 million expansion.
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