Open enrollment starts today. Before you choose or change a Medicare plan, get credible information—not just ads. Visit MHA’s website for Medicare resources, including a decision checklist: ow.ly/To5h50ZQK3G.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a reminder that early detection saves lives. Regular mammograms help find breast cancer sooner, when treatment is more successful. Know your risk, talk with your clinician, and do not delay care. Schedule a screening today.

Applications for the Innovative Pilot Program grant opportunity open Wednesday, October 14. Visit the MS RHTP Office website for more information: mississippirhtp.com/funding/.

Ready to modernize your EHR and expand how you deliver care? Join the Mississippi RHTP Office's webinar on the EHR Replacement Grant Program — Tuesday, October 13 at 10 a.m. Register here: ow.ly/pwSC50ZSVkx

The 2026 Healthcare Cyber Defense Summit is almost here! If you oversee hospital IT, security, or compliance, register now: mhanet.org/Web/Events/Event_…

Is Medicare Advantage really an advantage? Before you switch plans, use MHA’s checklist to compare coverage, networks, costs, and access to the doctors and hospitals you trust. Get the facts: mhanet.org ow.ly/jIsH50ZQJvn.

Have an idea that could change rural care in Mississippi? Join the Mississippi RHTP Office webinar on the Innovative Pilot Grant Program — Tuesday, October 6 at 10 a.m.. Register here: ow.ly/Gx8i50ZSVlg

The Mississippi Rural Health Transformation Program is offering two new funding opportunities for small rural health providers: EHR replacement and innovative pilot grants. Visit mississippirhtp.com/ for more information.

Healthcare teams: register now for the 2026 Healthcare Cyber Defense Summit. This event will offer practical strategies on ransomware, emerging threats, regulation, and building a stronger cyber culture. mhanet.org/Web/Events/Event_…

Thank you to Wise Carter, Balch & Bingham, HAT Law, and Bass, Berry & Sims for sharing timely guidance on HIPAA, 340B, AI & other pressing health care issues at the 2nd Annual MHA Health Law Conference. Same place, same general time next year. Come join us!

It's Telehealth Awareness Week!--a reminder that virtual care is now part of everyday health care.

Great evening visiting with Highland Hills Medical Center Board about their vision for delivering excellent service to patients in Senatobia and Tate County!

LAMMICO’s Patient Safety Award and Grant program recognizes hospitals that turn education into measurable improvement in care. The program is open to hospitals and does not require LAMMICO coverage. Congrats, Winston Medical, for your recognition! lammico.com/.

Congratulations to Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital on being named a U.S. News & World Report “Best Children’s Hospital” for 2026-2027 — marking an impressive 16th consecutive year! yahoo.com/news/us/articles/l…

Hospitals are a top target. Cybersecurity starts with preparation — starting with saving the date! More to come.

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Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto is the first hospital in the state to offer SuperSaturated Oxygen (SSO2) Therapy. One of only about 50 cath labs nationwide using this FDA-approved technology! Innovation at work.

MHA's 2026 Health Law Conference is in less than two weeks. 4 CLEs, including 1 ethics hour (or CEs or ACHE credit!) offered. Virtual and in-person. The full agenda is located here: assets.informz.net/mhanet/da…. Register now here: mhanet.org/Online/Events/Eve….

The selection process is complete for the RCGC, TCE, and RTG RHTP grant programs. Gov. Tate Reeves is expected to announce details on all executed sub-awards at 10:30 a.m. today, September 14. Tune in on Facebook page to watch the press conference: facebook.com/tatereeves.

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the courage of the first responders, health care professionals, and everyday Americans who answered tragedy with service and compassion. We will never forget.