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This year’s Black History Month theme, Labor: The Impact of Work on the Black Experience, celebrates the significant contributions of Black individuals to the workforce throughout history and highlights their influence across various industries today. From agriculture to the professional world, the theme underscores how labor has shaped economic progress, cultural identity, and community resilience. In the early days of American industry, Black agricultural workers were crucial when developing thriving communities. Their farming and cultivating land expertise contributed to food security and trade in growing regions. Over time, this deep connection to labor extended into other sectors, with Black workers

The evolution of Epic’s Community Connect Program has impacted hundreds of organizations and continues to deliver tremendous benefits to both host and hosted facilities, as well as their patients. Seventeen years ago, long before ‘interoperability’ became a buzzword, there was a desire to simplify patient coordination with referring organizations and a need to improve the communication of patient records and results. At the time, Epic limited its EHR software to larger hospital systems and was unable to directly support the implementation for smaller facilities. Thus, the introduction of Community Connect, a shared licensing agreement program that allows Epic customers to

Every third Monday in January, Americans come together to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a man whose unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and service transformed the course of history. While it’s easy to think of this federal holiday as a day off from work or school, its true spirit calls for something much deeper—a day on. The Legacy of Service Dr. King once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” This question challenges each of us to reflect on how we contribute to the world around us.

As the calendar flips to a brand-new year, there’s an undeniable sense of new possibilities. New Year’s Day is more than just a date; it symbolizes new chapters and fresh starts. It’s when we allow ourselves to dream big, set intentions, and commit to making the most of the year ahead. But why do we create New Year’s resolutions, and how can we make sure that our 2025 goals become achievements instead of forgotten promises?  Why Do We Make Resolutions? At its heart, a New Year’s resolution is about hope. It’s our way of believing in a better future and