August 13, 2024- Diagnostic testing is a critical piece of the primary care puzzle, a process that gives primary care physicians better insight into the health of their patients. These tests cover everything from blood samples, urine samples, imaging, endoscopy, and biopsy. The information that primary care physicians get from these tests is invaluable. Repertoire … [Read more...]
Henry Schein helps healthcare professionals prepare patients for back-to-school season
August 13, 2024- With back-to-school right around the corner for students throughout the United States, Henry Schein Medical is helping health care professionals get patients ready for the school year. The Company offers a range of pediatric supplies for vaccinations and screenings designed to help keep children healthy this fall. Available now, Henry Schein Medical’s … [Read more...]
Michael Shannon, former chairman and CEO of KSL Capital Partners, to join Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees
August 13, 2024- Michael (Mike) Shannon, former chairman, co-founder and CEO of KSL Capital Partners, was elected to the Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees at its quarterly meeting on August 9.Mr. Shannon brings a diverse and accomplished background to his role as a Mayo Clinic trustee. As the vice chair of the board at Northwestern University and the former chair of both the … [Read more...]
CDC raises bird flu risk assessment
August 13, 2024- The CDC slightly raised its risk assessment of the H5N1 bird flu virus in an Aug. 9 update, noting it poses a future "potential public health risk," according to the CDC and Becker's Hospital Review. The update is based on a report using the agency's Influenza Risk Assessment tool, which is used to evaluate the future pandemic potential posed by an influenza A … [Read more...]
Cleveland Clinic study adds to increasing evidence that sugar substitute erythritol raises cardiovascular risk
August 13, 2024- New Cleveland Clinic research shows that consuming foods with erythritol, a popular artificial sweetener, increases risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke. The findings, from a new intervention study in healthy volunteers, show erythritol made platelets (a type of blood cell) more active, which can raise the risk of blood clots. Sugar … [Read more...]
The ongoing effort to retain nurses
August 12, 2024- Filling nursing job vacancies is an ongoing issue for hospitals and health systems. As employees on the front lines of healthcare continue to face post-COVID workplace challenges, many hospitals have witnessed high rates of nurse turnover. Hospitals, as a result, are increasingly looking for ways to market their health systems’ opportunities and appeal to … [Read more...]
FDA approves first nasal spray for treatment of anaphylaxis
August 12, 2024- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved neffy (epinephrine nasal spray) for the emergency treatment of allergic reactions (Type I), including those that are life-threatening (anaphylaxis), in adult and pediatric patients who weigh at least 30 kilograms (about 66 pounds). Neffy is a single dose nasal spray administered into one nostril. As with … [Read more...]
Henry Schein’s 27th Annual “Back to School” Program helps empower students
August 12, 2024- For the 27th consecutive year, Henry Schein, Inc. is helping students worldwide start the academic year off right through its “Back to School” program, a flagship initiative of Henry Schein Cares, the Company’s global corporate citizenship program. Team Schein Members (TSMs) at 40 locations in the U.S., Canada, U.K., and Ireland are helping 5,300 students gain … [Read more...]
Midmark RTLS recognized in 2024 KLAS RTLS report
August 12, 2024- Midmark RTLS, a leading real-time locating system (RTLS) technology provider focused on clinical workflow solutions and data insights that improve the delivery of care, has been recognized in the KLAS RTLS report: How Organizations are Broadening Their Use Cases. The report, published on July 29, 2024, evaluates customer experiences with RTLS vendors … [Read more...]
Sekisui and CNECT partner, announce addition of new contract category for rapid diagnostic testing
August 9, 2024- CNECT announces the addition of a new contract category for rapid diagnostic testing, in partnership with Sekisui Diagnostics. For clinics and practices focused on quality control and efficient rapid testing, Sekisui Diagnostics offers excellent solutions. According to a LinkedIn post from Luke Christensen, Transformational Sales Executive in Laboratory, … [Read more...]