February 7, 2025- Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., announced the launch of the international CorEvitas Adolescent Alopecia Areata (AA) Registry, addressing a critical unmet need for real-world, adolescent-specific evidence and data related to this autoimmune disease, which causes patchy or complete hair loss on the scalp and other areas of the body. Data collected will enable … [Read more...]
Flu rates hit a second peak in the U.S. this season
February 7, 2024- For a second time this season, the flu is surging, with at least 41 states reporting high or very high levels of the virus, according to CBS News. Emergency room visits for the virus have shot up nearly 30% this week compared to the week before. Recent data from the CDC show there have been more than 20 million cases, 250,000 hospitalizations … [Read more...]
Humana Inc. releases annual Value-Based Care Report
February 7, 2025- Value-based care results in patients spending more time with their primary care clinician, less time in the hospital, and more frequent preventive care, based on research released by Humana Inc. in its annual Value-Based Care Report. The report’s data shows that Medicare Advantage (MA) patients receiving care under value-based arrangements saw fewer … [Read more...]
Making the grade
February 6, 2025- Yalda Jabbarpour, MD is a firm believer that primary care is not only essential to the health and well-being of every patient in the U.S., but it’s the backbone of the entire healthcare system. “Everyone in their lifetime will see a primary care clinician,” she said. Indeed, good primary care is essential for population and individual health, said Dr. … [Read more...]
McKesson Corporation reports Fiscal 2025 Third Quarter Results and raises full year adjusted EPS guidance
February 6, 2025- McKesson Corporation announced results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2024: Third Quarter Highlights: Fiscal 2025 Outlook: Continue Reading … [Read more...]
BD announces intent to separate Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business
February 6, 2025- BD announced its board of directors has unanimously authorized BD management to pursue a plan to separate BD's Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business from the rest of BD to enhance strategic focus and growth-oriented investments and capital allocation for both BD and the separated business and enhance value creation for shareholders. The separation … [Read more...]
Henry Schein Medical honors women trailblazers in athletic training on National Girls and Women in Sports Day 2025
February 6, 2025- Henry Schein Medical paid tribute to women athletic trainers (ATs) during the February 5 celebration of National Girls and Women in Sports Day 2025. Spotlighting four Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) ATs, the Company’s Athletics and Schools business today launched this video to showcase the critical role ATs play in the continuum of care and to … [Read more...]
Flu cases on the rise: School districts close across East Tennessee for deep cleaning
February 6, 2025- Several school districts across East Tennessee made the decision to close schools due to illness in the past week, according to Knoxville's WATE 6 News. Despite flu cases starting to come down from their peak nationally, per the Knox County Health Department, flu cases are still affecting staffing and student attendance as waves of the illness move through … [Read more...]
Why an NFL star is teaming up with ZOLL to educate the public on the importance of AEDs and swift action in cardiac emergencies
February 5, 2025- In a recent Repertoire Magazine podcast, Scott Adams interviewed Jonathan Bowman, Senior Director of Alternate Care Markets at ZOLL to discuss how crucial it is to have AEDs accessible in public spaces, and to be prepared for sudden cardiac emergencies. During a highly televised NFL game, Damar Hamlin, a professional football player, experienced commotio … [Read more...]
Henry Schein Chairman and CEO Stanley M. Bergman receives National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors Dirk Van Dongen Lifetime Achievement Award
February 5, 2025- Henry Schein, Inc. announced that Stanley M. Bergman, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, received the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) Dirk Van Dongen Lifetime Achievement Award. The recognition pays tribute to individuals who have continually exemplified leadership, service, and engagement with NAW and the distribution … [Read more...]