June 19, 2024- Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. unveiled a new clinical research laboratory building at its good manufacturing practices (GMP) lab in Middleton, Wisconsin. The new 72,500-square-foot building increases the site’s chemistry, manufacturing and control (CMC) analytical capabilities as part of its clinical development and laboratory services. The GMP site offers … [Read more...]
Vizient showcases Vizient Vulnerability Index™
June 18, 2024- Vizient, Inc. participated in the Healthcare Innovation Expo on Capitol Hill, hosted by the Healthcare Leadership Council (HLC) in collaboration with the Health Care Innovation Caucus. During the event, Vizient showcased the patent pending Vizient® Vulnerability Index™, which is now publicly available, to forty plus lawmakers and congressional … [Read more...]
Health o meter Professional Scales unveils enhanced features for remote display scales
June 19, 2024- Health o meter® Professional Scales introduced upgraded features for the company's remote display scales. The 349KLX and 498KL digital scales offer enhanced flexibility, allowing the display to be wall-mounted or placed on a table. Notable upgrades include Variable Auto Off Time, a new Unit View setting, Reweigh functionality, Everlock® (permanent unit … [Read more...]
New initiative aims to help tens of thousands with recurrent pericarditis
June 19, 2024- About 40,000 people in the United States experience recurrent pericarditis, or inflammation of the sac-like structure that protects the heart, which can cause chest pain and may lead to fluid buildup around the heart muscle. The American Heart Association, as a result, is launching a three-year initiative to empower patients and equip health care providers with … [Read more...]
FDA approves 1st adult vaccine for bacterial pneumonia
June 19, 2024- On June 17, FDA approval was granted for a vaccine designed to protect adults from pneumococcus, a type of bacteria that can cause serious disease, including pneumonia. The vaccine, called Capvaxive, is meant to protect against 21 strains of the bacteria that most often cause invasive pneumococcal disease in adults 50 and older, according to Becker's Hospital … [Read more...]
MDPro introduces expanded launch of the Soloscan P50 Ultrasound Scanner
June 19, 2024- MDPro has strengthened its position in the ultrasound market with the expanded launch of the Soloscan P50 handheld portable ultrasound. Due to the versatility and interchangeable probe design, the Soloscan is gaining popular across nearly all healthcare areas including but not limited to EMS, OB/GYN, Anesthesia & Pain Management. The Soloscan P50 stands … [Read more...]
The dynamics of logic and emotion
June 18, 2024- In a previous column I wrote that successful reps are adept at following their clients to get a decision. So, to help you improve your ability to get decisions, let us focus on helping you better understand your decision-maker. When your customer goes into decision-making mode, two considerations are influencing them: 1. What do I know? This is the logical … [Read more...]
Pedigo Products, Inc. announces acquisition of Enthermics Medical
June 18, 2024- Pedigo Products, a leading provider of quality medical products and devices, proudly announces the acquisition of Enthermics Medical Systems, a renowned patient warming system manufacturer. This strategic move signals a significant milestone in Pedigo’s product expansion efforts and underscores its commitment to growth and innovation in the medical equipment … [Read more...]
Premier, Inc. named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report
June 17, 2024- Premier, Inc. was named, for the second year in a row, one of the Best Companies to Work For in 2024-2025 by U.S. News & World Report, earning highest marks for quality of employee pay, work/life balance and organizational stability. Guided by a panel of experts, U.S. News & World Report editors conducted an in-depth, multi-source analysis of the Russell … [Read more...]
Cardinal Health redesigns packaging to slash waste
June 17, 2024- According to Cardinal Health's recently released ESG Report, the organization expects their packaging design change to eliminate more than 169,000 pounds of packaging waste in fiscal 2024. The company recently released its Fiscal 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, which mentions a package redesign aimed at improving storage efficiencies and … [Read more...]