Dail-eNews editor Daniel Beaird is joined by Jim Poggi, principal at Tested Insights and the physician office lab columnist for The Journal of Healthcare Contracting (JHC) and Repertoire. They discuss the latest on COVID-19 testing, how many have tests been approved, how providers are using these tests, and what challenges are arising with more testing capability. … [Read more...]
Coronavirus News – April 1
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...]
Coronavirus News – March 31
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...]
Medical Distribution Leaders Meet with President Trump
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...]
Coronavirus News – March 30
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...]
Coronavirus News – March 27
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...]
BD part of consortium to bring scalable solutions to the pandemic
(March 26, 2020) - A consortium of life sciences companies announced on March 25 a collaboration to accelerate the development, manufacture, and delivery of vaccines, diagnostics, and treatments for COVID-19, according to a release from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. “The life sciences industry brings a range of assets, resources, and expertise needed to … [Read more...]
Henry Schein Announces COVID-19 Point of Care (POC) Test
MELVILLE, NY -- Mar. 26, 2020 -- Henry Schein, Inc. announced the availability of an antibody rapid blood test, known as Standard Q COVID-19 IgM/IgG Rapid Test, intended to be administered at the point of care. The test delivers results within 15 minutes from a pinprick, with no instrumentation required. Healthcare professionals can use the results of the test, along with a … [Read more...]
Midmark CEO: Company is dedicated to maintaining production amid COVID-19 pandemic
John Baumann, president and CEO of Midmark Corporation, issued this statement on March 24. Now more than ever, we can all appreciate the importance of coming together during times of crisis. As we are all altering our lives to limit the advancement of COVID-19 to keep our families, teammates and customers safe, we also recognize that Midmark has a vital role to play in our … [Read more...]
Abbott launches COVID-19 test
(March 18) Abbott announced it has received emergency use authorization (EUA) from the FDA for its molecular test for the identification of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. The company is deploying 150,000 laboratory tests immediately, according to a release on its website. Tests already have been sent to hospital and academic medical center labs in 18 states … [Read more...]