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Todd Blanche, the US Deputy Attorney General, publicly defended policies touching artificial intelligence and hospital deals, prompting debate about the Justice Department's approach to antitrust enforcement in healthcare and technology. Critics question whether the department is going soft on consolidation in hospitals and AI industry concentration, while supporters argue the stance reflects a pro-innovation agenda.

Ontario is rolling out Covid and flu vaccinations beginning September 28 for priority groups, including hospital patients and staff, people aged 65 and older, and residents and staff of long-term care homes, retirement homes and similar settings. The early access is aimed at protecting the most vulnerable before the wider respiratory illness season, with broader eligibility for the general public expected to follow later.

New General Hospital spoilers show Willow using her influence to pull strings behind the scenes in Port Charles. The preview teases that she will leverage her position to shape outcomes for those around her, setting up fresh conflict and power plays in upcoming episodes.

Mental health providers and hospitals in Oregon are legally challenging a state mandate that requires them to prioritize treating criminal defendants found unfit to stand trial over other patients. Providers argue the rule strains already limited psychiatric capacity and leaves civilians waiting for care. The dispute highlights Oregon's ongoing struggle with capacity at the Oregon State Hospital and growing waitlists for restoration services.

Nurses at Brigham and Women's Hospital are set to walk off the job on October 14, with their union and Mass General Brigham both preparing for a disruption that could last a long time. The Boston Globe reports both sides are gearing up for extended upheaval as the deadline approaches, signaling no imminent resolution in the contract dispute affecting one of Boston's major hospitals.