August 30, 2021 - The healthcare supply chain is built on the relationships of distributors and sales representatives. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a series of unique challenges for an industry that relies so heavily on networking, relationship-building, and other general face-to-face interactions. Your organization’s ability to be flexible and pivot during times of … [Read more...]
Expect variant outbreaks overseas lead to supply chain disruptions in the U.S.
August 27, 2021 - A recent Wall Street Journal article examined how the Delta variant has shut down factories in largely unvaccinated parts of Asia, throttling supply chains and contributing to rising consumer prices. According to the WSJ, a gap has formed between the demand for goods in the well vaccinated U.S. and the capacity of sparsely vaccinated manufacturing countries … [Read more...]
Retaining the Workforce
Health systems explore ways to recruit, retain staff amid variant surge; prepare for long-term changes August 24, 2021 - A recent McKinsey survey found that 22% of nurses providing direct patient care indicated that they may leave their current position within the next year. A significant strain exists in the healthcare workforce due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Health … [Read more...]
Physician Office Staffing Shortage Poll
Walmart offering low-cost flu shots at 4,600+ Walmart pharmacies nationwide
August 24, 2021 - Walmart recently announced that low-cost flu shots are now available in 4,600+ Walmart pharmacies nationwide via walk-up and community flu shot clinics. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone aged six months and older receive a flu shot each year. Further, the CDC recommends COVID-19 vaccination for everyone aged 12 and … [Read more...]
Accurately Diagnosing Respiratory Infections- Now More Important Than Ever
Featuring Dr. Stuart Slavin, Touchpoint Pediatrics, Chatham, NJDiagnosing bacterial and viral infections which come along every fall and winter is more important than ever in order to properly treat, limit transmission and avoid antimicrobial resistance. Gain insights from Dr. Slavin on how the upcoming season could play out and what physicians can do to prepare and accurately … [Read more...]
5 Keys to Gaining Sales Access to IDNs and Health Systems Today
By John Strong | August 20, 2021 - Thomas Paine had other things on his mind when he scribed: “These are the times that try men’s souls…” If you sell to healthcare providers post-pandemic, you may agree with him, however. If you can’t get in the hospital to see customers, can’t find customers because they are working at home (or the coffee shop) and can’t get … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Encourage Healthcare Professionals to Practice Self-Care
August 19, 2021 - Burnout amongst doctors and nurses is becoming an all-too-common reality for the United States healthcare system, as the COVID-19 Delta variant continues to sweep through the country. The healthcare system is facing devastating challenges that are disrupting patient care and exhausting already scarce resources. What can sales representatives and … [Read more...]
Medline opens new distribution center
August 18, 2021 - Medline announced that its newest distribution facility in Katy, Texas opened for business this month and is fully operational. The cutting-edge facility serves hospitals, physician offices, assisted living facilities, ambulatory surgery centers and all other healthcare providers throughout Texas and Louisiana. The following are four things to know about … [Read more...]
AMA President: Patients trust their local doc when it comes to vaccines
August 12, 2021 - When it comes to the public gaining more confidence in the safety and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines, local doctors have an important role to play in mitigating hesitancy, according to Dr. Gerald E. Harmon, President of the American Medical Association. That was one of several takeaways from Dr. Harmon in a recent #scheinchats YouTube video, where the AMA … [Read more...]