Cardinal Health announces merger of its Outcomes business into Transaction Data Systems and related partnership Cardinal Health announced it has signed a definitive agreement to contribute its Outcomes™ business to Transaction Data Systems (TDS), a portfolio company of BlackRock Long Term Private Capital and GTCR, in exchange for a minority stake in the combined entity. … [Read more...]

While it may seem that content marketing is a siloed marketing activity, it can be a really effective tool for medical sales reps to use with their clients. Here are 3 ways that medical distribution sales teams should be using content with their customers and prospects. No. 1: Build relationships Relationships are the foundation of the medical/surgical sales channel, … [Read more...]

From products to service, Jessica Curry’s customers know they – and their patients – can expect nothing but the best. The plan was to become a veterinarian, says Cardinal Health cardio venous sales specialist Jessica Curry. She wanted to work in some type of medical field, she recalls, and growing up around farm animals and dogs made animal health a logical career choice. … [Read more...]

A report from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) examines possible solutions to physician burnout in the primary care sector. By Jenna Hughes Physician burnout has been a persistent challenge as health systems continue to seek normalcy post-pandemic. The fatigue that physicians face is exceptionally high within the primary care sector. Busy workdays, a … [Read more...]

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services granted funding to clinics that assist patients with the treatment of Long COVID. As the nation moves on from the COVID-19 pandemic, some individuals are continuing to experience the debilitating effects of being diagnosed with the disease. Some individuals who are recovering from COVID-19 can go on to develop long-term … [Read more...]

Across the nation, lack of reliable transportation is a barrier to accessing needed healthcare services. By Jenna Hughes Cities across the nation continue to expand and grow, developing past urban areas into the suburbs and beyond. As urban development expands, traveling farther distances is required to access needed goods and services. When availability and access of … [Read more...]

Community health centers play an important role in addressing the nation’s primary care gap. By Jenna Hughes Americans nationwide have experienced increased difficulty accessing affordable primary healthcare. Over 100 million Americans face barriers to accessing primary care, according to the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC). The gap in access to … [Read more...]

Sexually transmitted infections are on the rise. Family physicians are well-equipped to help prevent, diagnose and treat them. Reported cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis all increased between 2020 and 2021, reaching a total of more than 2.5 million reported cases, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said this spring. In its final surveillance data for … [Read more...]

By Wyeth Ruthven, Director of Public Affairs, Health Industry Distributors Association During the pandemic, transportation delays became a healthcare issue. HIDA research estimates that approximately 31,000-46,000 containers of critical medical supplies were delayed an average of 29 days throughout the transportation system. Tens of thousands of containers translates into … [Read more...]

A report from the American Hospital Association found that rising national financial expenses could impact healthcare access. From masks and social distancing to Zoom work and school, the pandemic undeniably shifted the way society functions. While the world strives to return to pre-pandemic normalcy, COVID-19 has resulted in lasting impacts for American hospitals and health … [Read more...]