March 3, 2025- Mayo Clinic has announced a nearly $1.9 billion investment in the continued transformation of its Phoenix campus as part of its Bold. Forward. strategy to Cure, Connect and Transform healthcare for the benefit of patients everywhere. Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Arizona will enable new innovative care concepts, physical spaces and integrated technologies to … [Read more...]
Sysmex America expands line of 3-part differential automated hematology analyzers with XQ-320
March 3, 2025- Sysmex America, Inc. announced the expansion of its 3-part differential automated hematology analyzer line with the XQ-320™ for reliable and accurate CBC testing. For physician office laboratories, stat labs, or wherever rapid response diagnostic testing is required, the XQ-320 is the first 3-part differential analyzer with BeyondCare℠ Quality Monitor. The … [Read more...]
Ansell expands portfolio to include Kimtech™, KleenGuard™ and RightCycle™ brands
March 3, 2025- Ansell Limited announced that its sales organization will begin accepting Kimtech™ and KleenGuard™ orders and managing customer inquiries across North America and Europe. This marks the first significant commercial milestone following the strategic acquisition of Kimberly-Clark's Personal Protective Equipment (KCPPE) business last year and strengthens Ansell’s … [Read more...]
Midmark RTLS joins Epic Toolbox, deepening healthcare integration excellence
February 28, 2025- Midmark RTLS announced it is the first RTLS vendor to join the Epic Toolbox. With this integration that meets Epic recommended practices, Midmark RTLS is affirming its commitment to streamlining clinical workflows and enhancing patient care through innovative technology. The Toolbox integration between Epic and Midmark CareFlow RTLS, a single platform for … [Read more...]
GHX announces 2024 Supply Chains of Distinction Award
February 28, 2025- Global Healthcare Exchange (GHX) announced the recipients of its Supply Chains of Distinction Award for 2024, which honors excellence in hospitals and health systems across North America. This prestigious award recognizes GHX Exchange-connected provider organizations that drove best-in-class efficiencies by most successfully executing “perfect order” metrics … [Read more...]
Where is flu still surging in the US? Some hospitals are overwhelmed in states with high rates
February 28, 2025- Flu is still spreading across United States amid a winter wave of seasonal illnesses. In early February, doctor visits for influenza symptoms and flu-related hospitalizations hit a 15-year high, according to TODAY. The tough flu season is straining many hospitals, leading to overflowing emergency rooms, long wait times, and limits on patient visitors. … [Read more...]
CME Corp. on essential healthcare equipment for cath labs
February 28, 2025- Cardiac catheterization laboratories, or cath labs, are specialized hospital units where minimally invasive procedures are performed to diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions. These labs are equipped with advanced medical devices that ensure precision, safety, and efficiency, according to CME Corp. Healthcare equipment used in hospitals and cath labs … [Read more...]
Cardinal Health releases new Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report
February 28, 2025- Cardinal Health published its Fiscal 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, summarizing the company’s progress in key priority areas. Highlights of the new Report, which describes work during the fiscal year ending on June 30, 2024, include: Since fiscal 2019, the company has reduced its Scopes 1 and 2 emissions by 17%, not only … [Read more...]
Jefferson appoints Dr. Joseph E. Bavaria as Executive Director of Heart and Vascular Institute
February 27, 2025- Jefferson kicked off American Heart Month and demonstrated the organization's commitment to cardiovascular care with the appointment of Joseph E. Bavaria, MD, FACS, FRCS as Executive Director, Bruce & Robbi Toll Heart and Vascular Institute at Jefferson Health and Chair of the Department of Cardiac Surgery at Thomas Jefferson … [Read more...]
Cigna Healthcare Names new lead of Supplemental Health Business
February 27, 2025- Cigna Healthcare has named longtime benefits industry leader Paul Virtell as president of its Supplemental Health business. In this role, Paul will be responsible for the overall strategy, daily operations, and growth of Cigna's supplemental health business, which is focused on helping customers pay for out-of-pocket expenses when a serious illness or … [Read more...]