- In February 2025, Hedge funds are increasingly hiring doctors, scientists, and healthcare analysts to gain an edge in pharmaceutical investments. This trend aims to leverage specialized medical expertise to navigate the complexities of the pharmaceutical industry effectively
- In January 2025, The NHS in the UK successfully recruited 1,503 new General Practitioners (GPs) over six months, addressing severe shortages in general practice. This initiative aims to eliminate the morning scramble for appointments and improve patient services
- In December 2024, The Queensland government in Australia abolished incentives of up to USD 70,000 for attracting healthcare workers to remote areas. The decision was based on the program not meeting workforce growth targets and concerns over budget overruns
- In November 2024, an independent report from The McKell Institute highlighted the need for minimum staffing levels for doctors in South Australia's public hospitals to combat fatigue and burnout. Nearly 40% of doctors surveyed did not expect to remain in the public system within the next three years due to these issues
- In October 2024, A federal lawsuit filed in Virginia accused several universities, animal hospitals, and the American Association of Veterinary Clinicians of conspiring to suppress wages and limit employment mobility of veterinary interns and residents. The suit centers around a matching placement system that allegedly bars applicants from negotiating employment terms prior to match results
