Communications

President's Perspective – Equipping Hospital Board Members for Today's Opportunities and Challenges

We know board service can be challenging. I encourage hospitals to register their board members for this year's Critical Issues Summit for Hospital Boards on March 5-6 in Wichita.

Kansas Virtual Health Care Career Day – Feb. 18

The Kansas Virtual Health Care Career Day brings students into Kansas hospitals to learn about the many career opportunities in health care and engage them in real-world learning. Students of all ages and grade levels are invited to participate in this virtual event.

The State of Malpractice in Kansas: What Every Health Care Leader Needs to Know in 2026 – Feb. 27

This Noon Briefing offers an in-depth look at the current state of malpractice insurance in Kansas, along with insights into claims trends, market conditions, emerging risks and what hospitals and providers should prepare for in the year ahead.

Education and Networking Reception for Administrative Professionals – March 4

This educational session will feature hospital CEO/executive assistant pairs sharing how they work together to manage time, communication, decision-making and competing priorities. Register today.

HRSA Announces New Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines

HRSA has announced updated cervical cancer screening guidelines that include a new option for women to self-collect screening samples.

Medical Groups Endorse AAP Immunization Schedule

The 2026 AAP immunization schedule has been endorsed by 12 leading medical and health care organizations representing more than one million physicians, nurses, pharmacists and other pediatric health care professionals.

Scholarships for Future Health Care Administrators and Human Resource Professionals

ACHE of Kansas and KHHRA are partnering with Healthworks to offer scholarships to individuals pursuing careers and education in health care administration and human resources.

KHA 2026 Membership Directory Updates Due Feb. 20

This week, KHA members were emailed a draft of their current data as it appears in the KHA database and online directory. We asked you to edit this document by Feb. 20, providing us with the names, titles and email addresses of your executive staff.

Sunflower Foundation Opens RFP for Trails Grant and Education Program

To advance its commitment to improving health and quality of life across Kansas through the development of public trails, Sunflower Foundation has launched a Request for Proposals for its Paving the Way – From Blazing Trails to Building Community grant and education program.

Class I Recall of FreeStyle Libre 3 and Libre 3 Plus Sensors

The FDA has identified a class I recall of Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre 3 and Libre 3 Plus blood glucose sensor. Class I recalls are the most serious type because the device could cause serious injury or death with continued use.

Free MAT Consultation for Opioid Use Disorders

Daniel Warren, MD, a Kansas family physician with specialty training in addiction medicine, is offering Kansas health care providers free consultations on medication-assisted therapy for opioid use disorder in February 2026.

Save the Date for KONL Spring Conference 2026 – April 16-17

Mark your calendar and plan to attend KONL's Spring Conference, April 16-17 at the Vail by Hotel at Old Town, Wichita. This year's conference will feature an exceptional lineup of speakers and timely sessions.

HIMSS Kansas Chapter Conference – April 23-24

Registration is now open for the 2026 Kansas Chapter Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society Conference, April 23-24, at the Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview in Wichita.

Medications in Lactation Resource for Health Care Providers

The Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition has updated its reference, Medications and Lactation.

Federal and National News

MLN Connects Provider eNews from the Medicare Learning Network; Secretary Kennedy Announces $100 Million Investment in Great American Recovery | HHS.gov; Congress Enacts FY 2026 Federal Appropriations; 2026 Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Application Cycle Is Now Open; CMS Closes Medicaid Health Care-Related Tax Loophole; Medicaid Technology Companies Pledge to Assist States with Work, Community Engagement Requirements; and CMS Releases Organ Procurement Organizations Conditions of Coverage Proposed Rule.