University Medical Center lays off 250 employees

Leaders at the University of Mississippi Medical Center laid off 250 employees to offset financial losses due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Leaders at the university of mississippi medical center laid off 250 employees to offset financial losses from coronvirus the hospital told wapt in jackson it is currently projecting more a $100 million deficit through september.

The layoffs are only one step the hospital is taking.

Others include salary reductions, capital budget cuts, and restrictions on hiring and travel.

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