May 19, 2025- The AHA May 16 urged the Department of Commerce to consider tariff exceptions for critical minerals and derivative products used for medical purposes. Critical minerals have many medical uses, such as for magnetic resonance imaging, computerized tomography, positron emission tomography, radiopharmaceuticals and radiation therapy equipment. “Tariffs on … [Read more...]
Teleflex publishes 2024 Global Impact Report
May 19, 2025- Teleflex Incorporated announced it has published its 2024 Global Impact Report. The report outlines recent accomplishments and future plans to support the Company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program. The report aligns with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), and Taskforce on Climate-Related … [Read more...]
Henry Schein announces completion of strategic investment by KKR and appointment of Dan Daniel to Board of Directors
May 19, 2025- Henry Schein, Inc. announced the successful completion of a $250 million strategic investment by funds affiliated with KKR, a leading global investment firm. Upon the closing of this transaction, KKR has become the holder of approximately 12% of the common shares of Henry Schein. In connection with the investment, William K. “Dan” Daniel, Executive Advisor to … [Read more...]
GHX announces the 2024 GHXcellence award winners
May 19, 2025- Global Healthcare Exchange (GHX) celebrated the recipients of its annual GHXcellence Awards at GHX Summit, currently underway in Atlanta, GA. The 14 awards recognized organizations and individuals who are leading with purpose and building resilient supply chains that are foundational to patient care. Continue Reading … [Read more...]
CVS set to acquire Rite Aid stores
May 19, 2025- Rite Aid Corporation announced that it has successfully entered into a series of sale agreements and pharmacy services transition agreements, according to a press release. This includes the rolling transition of pharmacy assets from more than 1,000 store locations across the U.S. to operators including CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens, Albertsons, Kroger, and Giant Eagle, … [Read more...]
HOF Photos: 2025 Medical Distribution Hall of Fame
May 19, 2025- Each year, Share Moving Media inducts an industry leader into the Medical Distribution Hall of Fame. The 2025 Medical Distribution Hall of Fame was held this year on April 18th. Please click here to view pictures from the event. Click here to view the pictures. … [Read more...]
Which Suppliers are winning IDN market share?
May 16, 2025- Which Suppliers are winning IDN market share? It is the Suppliers that call on IDNs with more that just Sales & National Accounts. IDN Supply Chain Leaders tell me all the time that their best Suppliers introduce them to Manufacturing, Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain Leaders. IDNs buy from Suppliers they trust. Suppliers that give access to their … [Read more...]
Cardinal Health on supporting mental health among employees, communities and customers
May 16, 2025- Cardinal Health's mission is to improve the lives of people every day, and that’s why the company is focused on eliminating stigma, expanding access to resources, and increasing education on mental health. One out of every two people in the world will develop a mental health disorder sometime during their lifetime, according to a study co-led by Harvard Medical … [Read more...]
Premier announces the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems®
May 16, 2025- Premier, Inc. announced the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems®. Premier’s 15 Top Health Systems® annual study is the only study that includes a comprehensive analysis of the data supporting the nation’s top performing health systems. Based on the data analyzed, it is estimated that if all health systems performed at the same level as this year’s top performers, more … [Read more...]
Tariffs and the U.S. healthcare supply chain
May 16, 2025- After the November 2024 election, LogicSource, a sourcing and procurement firm focused on indirect and non-clinical spend management, received a surge of calls from customers. With tariffs a key part of President Trump’s platform, clients were anxious to understand the potential impact on costs, including packaging, construction, and hardware. “We knew tariffs … [Read more...]