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Healthcare Jobs Soar: 43,700 Added Amid Rising Costs

3/13/2025

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In January, the healthcare sector surged, with nursing and residential care facilities adding 13,200 jobs, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. Home healthcare led the charge, contributing 16,600 jobs to a total increase of 43,700. Meanwhile, national health spending soared by 7.4%, and prescription drug prices climbed by 4.5%, highlighting the sector's robust growth.

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Story summary

In January, the healthcare sector surged, with nursing and residential care facilities adding 13,200 jobs, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. Home healthcare led the charge, contributing 16,600 jobs to a total increase of 43,700. Meanwhile, national health spending soared by 7.4%, and prescription drug prices climbed by 4.5%, highlighting the sector's robust growth.