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• [New] Home health and personal care aides are expected to grow by about 20.7% in the next decade, adding over 800,000 jobs. / USA The Seniors Center
• [New] Home health and personal care aide jobs are projected to grow by about 20-25% this decade, much faster than average, largely due to the increasing number of seniors needing assistance. / USA The Seniors Center
• [New] Gartner's research calls ambient scribes a likely win for a health system, noting that it can improve coding and reimbursement, save time, mitigate legal and regulatory risk, improve job satisfaction, and even aid clinician recruitment efforts. Technology Solutions That Drive Healthcare
• [New] Altarum mentioned that healthcare is projected to add 1.6 million new jobs by 2033, more than any other industry-meaning competition for talent stays intense Burnout is not Just Cultural-it's Operational and Financial Turnover is often treated like an HR metric. Vendor Management News
• [New] Total economic output could decrease by $57 billion and overall employment could decline by 286,000 jobs nationwide, including 130,000 healthcare positions. Becker's Hospital Review | Healthcare News & A
• [New] The U.S. economy is projected to add 5.2 million jobs from 2024 to 2034, with growth driven mainly by the healthcare and social assistance sector. Medium
• [New] Healthcare faces particularly acute shortages, with nursing unemployment at just 1.6% and projections showing 193,000 annual job openings for registered nurses through 2032, while only 177,400 nurses are expected to enter the workforce in the entire decade from 2022 to 2032. Medium
• [New] In Finland, the number of job openings is anticipated to exceed 100,000 in 2026, with top sectors including engineering, IT and software, marketing and sales, human resources, and healthcare. InHunt World
• The increasing number of international patients seeking care in countries like India, Thailand, Turkey, Mexico, and Singapore will continue to stimulate economic growth, create jobs, and open new opportunities for healthcare professionals worldwide. Travel And Tour World
• West Virginia anticipates several thousand job openings in education, healthcare, and professional services. Rand Corporation
• With healthcare jobs in Canada expected to grow consistently over the next few years, it's crucial to understand which professions are most in-demand and how to position yourself effectively. Caring Support
• Companies that highlight their dedication to mental health assistance will gain better employee commitment and fewer absences combined with improved job enjoyment which drives them to attract top candidates during 2026. Skills Caravan
• A growing number of companies across the United States are preparing to cut jobs in January, with new filings showing that layoffs will impact workers across industries ranging from retail and manufacturing to healthcare and technology. EURweb | Black News, Culture, Entertainment & More
• MIT researchers determined in November that 11.7% of current U.S. jobs could already be automated using existing AI technology, representing approximately $1.2 trillion in wages across sectors including finance, healthcare, and professional services. European Express News
• Government interventions in 2026 will focus on key areas including wealth and job creation, agricultural transformation, improved healthcare, better road networks, water and electricity projects, education, and improved revenue generation. Voice of Nigeria Broadcasting Service
• In 2026, the regulatory conversation will move from broad frameworks to concrete enforcement: incident reporting, fines, and mandatory controls for high-risk AI uses in finance, healthcare, employment, and critical infra. Cambrian AI Research
• The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects nurse practitioner employment to grow 40% from 2024 to 2034, the fastest of any major healthcare role. Apollo Technical LLC
• A Harris Poll this fall found that 55% of U.S. healthcare workers plan to switch jobs by 2026, driven by burnout, pay gaps, and inflexible schedules. Apollo Technical LLC
• Tele-health and mental-health infrastructure investment will surge as remote care demand rises and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment funds new initiatives. NZCG: AI-Centric Project Management
• Employment of substance abuse, behavioral disorder and mental health counselors is projected to grow 17% through 2034, much faster than average for many professions. Fort Wayne Business Weekly

Last updated: 01 February 2026