UPMC keeps wages low & union-busts, lawmakers say

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Top Story UPMC's Monopoly Keeps Wages Low and Prevents Workers from Unionizing, Lawmakers Say Two Pennsylvania lawmakers are warning their constituents about UPMC, claiming the health system has built a monopoly that negatively affects both employee wellbeing and patient safety. They said UPMC has "considerable power over workers, which it wields to keep wages low, conditions unsatisfactory and prevent union organizing." Do You Want $20K in Advertising for Your Startup? Application Deadline is January 30th   There is no fee to apply. Only companies funded from 2018-2022 (no more than five years ago), and that have raised a seed funding round will be considered. Startups can apply to only one track. Startups must be registered for the conference in order to participate in the pitch contest. There are five tracks and each track will feature six finalists. Application Deadline: January 30, 2023. Applications will be reviewed by investment professionals and selections announced on Feb. 21, 2023.   Apply Now

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