CDC estimates at least 24 million have had seasonal flu; schools in several states temporarily close At least 24 million people have had seasonal flu this season, according to estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Hospital Association at press time. Nearly 49,000 patients were admitted to hospitals with the flu for the week ending … [Read more...]

The importance of recognizing potential risk factors for kidney disease and treating kidney disease early. Nearly one in seven adults in the U.S. have chronic kidney disease (CKD), and about 90% of those with CKD are unaware that they have it, according to the National Kidney Foundation (NKF). Without the normal fluid and electrolyte balance maintained by the body’s kidneys … [Read more...]

Yearly visits to the optometrist promote healthy eyes and vision. In a world of cutting-edge technology and increasing screen time, a focus on eye and vision health has become more important than ever. The American Optometric Association (AOA), one of the leading organizations advocating for visual health throughout the U.S., recognizes Save Your Vision Month annually in … [Read more...]

As the senior vice president of supply chain for Corewell Health, Andrea Poulopoulos and her team are responsible for managing nearly $4 billion in total spend across both the direct and indirect continuum. In addition to sourcing and contracting supply chain operations, Poulopoulos also leads sustainability, supplier diversity and supplier related or material related … [Read more...]

Ivana Drahotuski serves as the administrative director overseeing business intelligence, material management information system (MMIS) and procurement for Adventist Health. She leads 35 professionals structured in four different teams. What’s a recent or current project or initiative that you’ve been excited to work on? We successfully integrated three new hospitals into … [Read more...]

Bain & Co. says traditional providers will shrink faster than previously projected. By Daniel Beaird Two years ago, Bain & Co. predicted that nontraditional care providers, including retailers, payers, advanced primary care (APC) providers and others, would capture 30% of the primary care market by 2030. Bain recently updated its projection reflecting three … [Read more...]

There is no need to compromise. Why effective infection prevention saves lives and lowers costs for healthcare providers. By Paul Girouard Infection prevention is the cornerstone of safe and efficient healthcare, yet the U.S. pays a staggering financial price when these measures are overlooked. Each year, it is estimated that healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) cost … [Read more...]

By Chandler Mobley; Senior Manager, Market Insights; Health Industry Distributors Association Last year, HIDA opened its doors to our first class of Medical Supply Chain Emerging Leaders. This cohort of college students attended our MedSupplyChain Conference in Florida to learn about healthcare distribution and network with leaders in the industry. This year, the Medical … [Read more...]

Shifting resident needs and value-based care models have significantly changed the landscape of post-acute care. By Jenna Hughes The post-acute patient experience is changing. Indeed, patients’ needs within long-term care (LTC), skilled nursing facilities, home health, and inpatient rehabilitation facilities are shifting toward a focus on patients’ whole health and … [Read more...]

AMSURG expands in northeast Texas with acquisition of Texarkana Surgery Center AMSURG, an independent leader in ambulatory surgery center services, has acquired an ownership interest in Texarkana Surgery Center, an outpatient surgery center in northeast Texas, near the Arkansas border. Texarkana Surgery Center’s physicians offer same-day procedures in multiple specialties, … [Read more...]