April 22, 2024- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and CureVac N.V. announced a co-development and licensing agreement to develop novel mRNA-based cancer vaccines. The collaboration creates strong synergies between CureVac’s unique end-to-end capabilities for cancer antigen discovery, mRNA design, and manufacturing and MD Anderson’s expertise in … [Read more...]
FDA announces Medical Device Sterilization Town Hall meeting
April 22, 2024- The FDA has announced the next Medical Device Sterilization Town Hall: Topics and Formats for the Continuing Sterilization Series. It will be held on Monday, April 29, 2024, 1- 2 p.m. ET. During this town hall, the FDA will discuss suggestions received on potential topics for the sterilization town hall series and how the FDA will pivot the format of the series … [Read more...]
Healthmark now offers SafeStep – ATP Monitor
April 22, 2024- Healthmark, a Getinge Company, is now offering the SafeStep - ATP Monitor. HAIs, healthcare-associated infections continue to flourish, despite dedicated efforts to reduce them, potentially compromising patient and staff safety throughout your facility. Biofilm, bioburden and contaminants can be found everywhere from the CSSD to the OR. Everything - from a … [Read more...]
Health Connect Partners on negotiation in sales
April 22, 2024- Health Connect Partners helps sales reps sharpen their skills with our brand new Sales Connector series. Monthly educational videos are focused on key strategies to help our Supplier community personally and professionally. April's video discusses negotiating in sales, negotiating styles, and contracts. A new video has been launched each month this year with … [Read more...]
Telehealth: Evolving quality of care delivery in 2024
April 19, 2024- Telehealth is a rapidly growing industry that is transforming healthcare delivery, according to Medigroup. The global telehealth market is expected to reach around $560 billion by 2027, growing at a 25.2% CAGR from 2020 to 2027. This technology offers a convenient and efficient way for patients to access healthcare services remotely, while also enhancing … [Read more...]
Henry Schein Supports The ‘Carry The Load’ Memorial May Campaign for third consecutive year
April 19, 2024- Henry Schein, Inc. announced that for the third consecutive year it is supporting the Carry The Load® Memorial May campaign, a month-long Memorial Day awareness program providing active ways to connect Americans to the sacrifices made by the U.S. military, veterans, first responders, and their families. Since 2022, Team Schein … [Read more...]
Cleveland Clinic launches new Women’s Comprehensive Health Center
April 19, 2024- Cleveland Clinic has announced the launch of its new Women’s Comprehensive Health and Research Center, an initiative dedicated to helping women during midlife and beyond thrive and easily receive the specialized care they need. The center is focused on four key areas: access, connectivity, education, and research and innovation to empower women to navigate their … [Read more...]
Medtronic on Americans and the pursuit of health in longevity
April 18, 2024- Americans overwhelmingly say that when they think about longevity, it's more than just living longer—it's about living their healthiest, best lives. While most want to live to 90—well past the average U.S. life expectancy of 77.5 years—nearly two-thirds (66%) would choose a shorter, healthier life over a longer one with health issues. These findings, from a … [Read more...]
CMS proposes new policies to promote patient safety
April 18, 2024- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule updating Medicare payments and policies for inpatient hospitals and long-term care hospitals. The proposed rule takes a variety of approaches to improving the health of people with Medicare by addressing social determinants of health, strengthening emergency preparedness, and improving … [Read more...]
Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital achieves Magnet recognition
April 18, 2024- Prisma Health Oconee Memorial Hospital in Seneca has achieved Magnet status, the gold standard for nursing excellence. The hospital joins a select group of healthcare organizations able to meet the rigorous standards set by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (AANC), demonstrating that the hospital empowers its nurses to take the lead on patient care and to … [Read more...]