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Silverline evicted after missing rent

UK-based Impact Healthcare REIT has ended a deal with care home operator Silverline Group after the latter failed to pay its contractual rent for two quarters. It is transferring the operations of all homes formerly let to Silverline to an affiliate of an existing tenant, Melrose Holdings Ltd, with immediate effect.
June 9, 2023

How worried should we be about AI?

As public health experts, governments, and the WHO ask questions about the risks posed by AI, HBI speaks to two market experts. Should we be concerned or optimistic about its increasing use, specifically in health care?
June 9, 2023

GenesisCare in the US files for bankruptcy

GenesisCare, the radiotherapy group with operations in the US, UK, Australia and Spain, has filed for voluntary reorganisation under chapter 11 of the US bankruptcy code and will look to sell off its US assets. HBI speaks to an advisory source to find out more.
June 2, 2023

Changes at the top of Runwood Homes

Three members of the senior leadership team at UK nursing home operator Runwood Homes departed the firm last month. COO Lorraine McGarry-Wall, CFO Phillip Thomas, and CEO Jeremy Richardson had all been appointed as directors of the company within the last 12 months. 
June 1, 2023

Interview: Jason Powell, Co-CEO, UK Vein Clinic Group 

We look at how to build a dynamic, low-cost outpatient chain which delivers high quality care and at the UK venous market more generally with Jason Powell, whose UK Vein Clinic Group looks set to grow revenue 50% in 2024, after doubling sales in 2023.  
May 31, 2023

UK outsourcing gets bi-partisan support

Outsourcing to the for-profit sector will become an increasing fact of life in the UK. The two major parties agree it’s necessary to reduce the record-breaking elective care waiting list. A detailed report has already been prepared and is ready for publication, yet HBI understands the long awaited Outsourcing Taskforce plan is set to be released in dribs and drabs. HBI investigates.
May 26, 2023

Germany looks to emerging markets for care workers

As an aging population compounds Germany’s workforce crisis, the search for staff continues to expand outside Europe. With the government launching an initiative to attract skilled care workers from Brazil and beyond, HBI speaks to two market experts to find out more.
May 25, 2023

WHO warnings of AI in healthcare

In a report published this week by the UN agency, the WHO has raised concerns about the patient safety and potential risks associated with the use of AI language platforms simulating human interactions in healthcare. Public health experts are also calling for a pause on developments until regulations have caught up.
May 19, 2023
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