NASHVILLE, Tenn.----Premier healthcare alliance last night recognized the nation's top hospitals for their commitment to outstanding patient care and operational efficiency with the 2008 Premier Award for Quality .

Rankings are based on analyses of millions of Medicare claims data HealthGrades, a leader in the field of health-care quality measurement, has just published new rankings for hospitals across the country.

With Tropical Storm Fay passing over Cuba and entering the Florida Straits Monday morning, local health care providers were preparing for expected hurricane conditions on Tuesday.

Patients of St. Francis Hospital & Health Centers who are covered by Anthem insurance should see no difference in their billing and coverage levels for at least a month, even though a contract between the two companies expires Sunday night.

CONCORD -- Public-health experts say most New Hampshire hospitals and community health centers are faring well right now, but their future is shaky because of rising costs and the faltering economy. ...