May 13, 2025- BD announced the global commercial launch of the world's first cell analyzer featuring breakthrough spectral and real-time cell imaging technologies, enabling more researchers across a wider range of applications to uncover deeper insights and dynamics from cells once invisible in flow cytometry experiments – with increased ease and throughput. BD SpectralFX™ … [Read more...]
American Hospital Association recognizes 2025 National Hospital Week
May 12, 2025- National Hospital Week is recognized in 2025 from May 11 through May 17. National Hospital Week is an opportunity to highlight our hospitals, health systems and health care workers and the innovative ways they are supporting and connected to their community, according to the American Hospital Association (AHA). Continue Reading … [Read more...]
U.S. and China agree to temporary tariff pause
May 12, 2025- The United States and China have agreed to a 90-day pause on most tariffs they have imposed on each other since last month, taking a big step toward easing the trade war between the two countries, according to NBC News. According to the Wall Street Journal, President Trump's "reciprocal" tariff on China will fall to 10% from 125%, and Beijing will cut its … [Read more...]
Boost nurse morale and retention with a comfortable and restorative breakroom. Learn how here.
May 12, 2025- New report: 5 Steps For Creating A Better Healthcare Breakroom. 73% of nurses say a high-quality breakroom helps reduce stress and fatigue — yet approximately one in three rarely take breaks. With nurse burnout and turnover on the rise, healthcare organizations must make staff well-being a priority. This report, produced by Staples Business Advantage, unlocks key … [Read more...]
Premier recommends ways to streamline regulations and reduce provider burden
May 12, 2025- In response to the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB)’s request for information (RFI), Premier submitted ideas on ways to reduce administrative burden for healthcare providers and streamline patient care. OMB’s RFI is in response to President Trump’s executive order that requires the rescission of 10 regulations for every new one … [Read more...]
Mayo Clinic expands global presence
May 12, 2025- Swiss Medical Network has become the inaugural healthcare provider in Western Europe to join the Mayo Clinic Care Network, marking a significant expansion of the network's global presence. Member institutions, including Clinique de Genolier, Privatklinik Bethanien, Clinica Sant’Anna, and Swiss Visio centers, gain direct access to Mayo Clinic's … [Read more...]
SMI welcomes new leadership: Lisa Hohman as Board Chair, Steve Mason and Amanda Chawla to Board of Directors
May 9, 2025- SMI®, a non-profit, member-driven community of healthcare provider and industry partner organizations, has appointed Lisa Hohman, CEO of Concordance as Board Chair; and Steve Mason, CEO, Global Medical Products and Distribution at Cardinal Health; and Amanda Chawla, Chief Supply Chain Officer and SVP for Stanford Medicine to its board of directors. Hohman has … [Read more...]
McKesson spins off med-surg segment
May 9, 2025- McKesson Corporation announced its intention to separate its Medical-Surgical Solutions segment into an independent company (“NewCo”). McKesson believes a separation will “further enhance the strategic opportunity and operational focus of both companies and unlock value for McKesson shareholders,” the company said. “The separation would advance McKesson and … [Read more...]
Tariffs threaten semiconductor supply chains
May 9, 2025- The U.S. Commerce Department’s Section 232 investigation into semiconductor imports could create substantial new costs for the medtech sector if it brings additional tariffs, especially for medical devices that are chip-intensive or produced at a large scale, according to MedTech Dive. Tariffs threaten to disrupt the supply chains that underpin the semiconductor … [Read more...]
Intermountain Health hospital receives certification as a Level III Trauma Center
May 9, 2025- Intermountain Health American Fork Hospital has received verification as a Level III Trauma Center by the Utah Department of Public Safety's Bureau of Emegeny Medical Services, recognizing the hospital’s dedication to providing quality trauma and emergency care for injured patients. Certified trauma centers undergo vigorous reviews and meet the essential … [Read more...]