June 21, 2024- Medela announced the launch of Swing Maxi™ Hands-free, a smart double electric breast pump designed to make pumping simple, intuitive and flexible for breastfeeding families. The new breast pump provides a hands-free solution for double or single pumping, perfect for multi-tasking and families on the go. The newly designed pump offers users mobility, … [Read more...]

June 21, 2024- Amid ongoing headwinds facing the health care sector, Lifespan health system and Brown University have finalized terms on a set of expanded affiliation agreements to strengthen top-quality patient care, medical education and biomedical research in Rhode Island. As part of the agreements, Lifespan will change its name to Brown University Health later this year … [Read more...]

June 21, 2024- Every June 19th marks World Sickle Cell Awareness Day, an important global initiative focused on spreading awareness and understanding about sickle cell disease (SCD). This condition affects approximately 100,000 Americans, making it the most common inherited blood disorder in the nation. While SCD can lead to a variety of health problems, people with SCD … [Read more...]

June 21, 2024- Midmark Corp. recently announced the company has partnered with the Center for Personal Wellness to offer mental wellness check-ins as part of the Midmark wellness program. The new offering is part of the company's ongoing efforts to increase awareness with its teammates of the importance of mental health. The pilot program will run from June through September … [Read more...]

June 20, 2024- Select Health announced the grand opening of its Nevada headquarters with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event also celebrated the opening of the Intermountain Health Maule Clinic exclusively for Select Health members located within the same facility. The new Select Health headquarters serves as a hub for all members to access care, explore health insurance … [Read more...]

June 20, 2024- The National Academies have released a groundbreaking new report on amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The report, the result of an 18-month study, provides a comprehensive guide aimed at making ALS a livable disease within a decade. The research was driven by ALS advocates and the ALS Association, including securing $1 million in Congressional funding for the … [Read more...]

June 20, 2024- Sarah Vogler, M.D., has been appointed Chief of Staff for the Florida market, effective June 19. Dr. Vogler had been serving as interim Chief of Staff since February 2024. Dr. Vogler oversees the Office of Professional Staff Affairs in Florida and will be responsible for overall clinical performance, including safety, quality and patient experience … [Read more...]

June 20, 2024- Ansell has won two awards at the 2024 Sustainability, Environmental Achievement & Leadership (SEAL) Business Sustainability Awards. SEAL is an awards-driven environmental advocacy organization based in the US, whose awards honour companies across the globe that make measurable contributions to sustainability, and innovations that positively impact the … [Read more...]

June 20, 2024- Here is a quick look at the whys, what’s and where’s of the surface disinfection product segment. Included are key metrics that make this an important part of healthcare distribution and infection prevention: After market disruption during the pandemic, the surface disinfection product category has rebounded and is back on track to consistent growth.  Read … [Read more...]

June 19, 2024- HealthTrust Performance Group announced that Jocelyn Bradshaw, Senior Vice President of Strategic Sourcing, has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer of GPO Operations, effective June 1, 2024. The role was held by Michael Berryhill who was elevated to President of GPO Operations in October 2023. Bradshaw will be responsible for the operational activities of … [Read more...]