China concealed extent of virus outbreak, U.S. Intelligence says Bloomberg reports that the U.S. intelligence community concluded in a classified report to the White House, according to three U.S. officials, that China concealed the extent of the coronavirus outbreak in its country, under-reporting both total cases and deaths. The unidentified officials said the thrust is … [Read more...]

Abbott says there’s need for even more testing after FDA gives EUA clearance Abbott Laboratories (Abbott Park, IL) has received federal clearance for two coronavirus tests in as many weeks and the company is set to develop even more diagnostic devices, according to Abbott CEO Miles White. “There’s a need for more,” he told CNBC. The FDA gave Abbott emergency use … [Read more...]

Several leaders from national med/surg companies met on Sunday, March 29, with President Trump at the White House to discuss how COVID-19 is affecting the healthcare supply chain. The companies represented included Henry Schein, Owens & Minor, McKesson, Cardinal, and Medline. … [Read more...]

FDA takes steps to mitigate supply interruptions of food, medical products The FDA says it is continually examining the global supply chain to identify any concerns and asses the availability of the products Americans need most. They are partnering with FEMA on supply chain issues, including importation of needed medical products to support the U.S. response. … [Read more...]

House gives final passage to $2 trillion coronavirus economic relief bill The U.S. House of Representatives passed the $2 trillion coronavirus economic stimulus bill, and President Donald Trump is expected to sign it quickly. It was passed by the Senate on Wednesday unanimously. It provides relief for workers and businesses that have been hurt by the coronavirus outbreak. … [Read more...]