April 10, 2025- Humana Inc. released its 2024 Impact Report, showcasing the company’s dedication to improving health outcomes and supporting communities across the nation. The report underscores Humana's efforts to improve member outcomes, advance environmental sustainability, and foster a culture of belonging and well-being among its employees, while contributing to a more … [Read more...]

April 9, 2025-  B. Braun Medical Inc. (B. Braun) announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Piperacillin and Tazobactam, one of the most utilized injectable antibiotics in the U.S., for use in the Company’s DUPLEX® Drug Delivery System and will begin moving toward a full launch. Piperacillin and Tazobactam in the DUPLEX Drug Delivery System is a … [Read more...]

April 9, 2025- As of April 2025, several major tariff implementations have taken effect, including a baseline 10% tariff on all imports, country-specific reciprocal tariffs up to 50%, a 25% tariff on countries buying Venezuelan oil, and other tariff measures that are expected to significantly impact indirect procurement costs and supply chain operations, according to … [Read more...]

April 9, 2025- Three Intermountain Health hospitals are ranked number one in their categories by Premier and Fortune Magazine as part of their Top 100 Hospitals national rankings for 2025. Intermountain Medical Center in Murray is ranked first in the nation among major teaching hospitals. Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital is ranked as the nation’s top large … [Read more...]

April 9, 2025- A strong and sustainable healthcare supply chain is essential for quality patient care and requires a multifaceted strategy that incentivizes domestic manufacturing while cultivating trusted trade partnerships. Premier joined 50 other organizations in sending a letter of support for the bipartisan, bicameral Medical Supply Chain Resiliency Act (S. 998/H.R. 2213). … [Read more...]

April 9, 2025- CVS Health® has announced two leadership updates. Brian Newman has been named executive vice president and chief financial officer designate, effective April 21. He will succeed current Chief Financial Officer, Tom Cowhey, who will transition to serve as a strategic advisor to President and Chief Executive Officer David Joyner, effective May 12. Amy … [Read more...]

April 8, 2025- New report: 5 Steps For Creating A Better Healthcare Breakroom. 73% of nurses say a high-quality breakroom helps reduce stress and fatigue — yet approximately one in three rarely take breaks. With nurse burnout and turnover on the rise, healthcare organizations must make staff well-being a priority. This report, produced by Staples Business Advantage, unlocks key … [Read more...]

April 8, 2025- Developing a mastery of anything requires years of practice. Mace Horoff compares it to learning how to fly a plane. There are many measured steps that pilots must take before they can even get in the cockpit, even more before the plane can actually take off – learning how to pre-flight the plane, how to start the plane, how to taxi it on the ground, how to talk … [Read more...]

April 8, 2025- Meet with UW Medicine, UC Health, Scripps Health and more at IDN Insights West May 21-22! The Journal of Healthcare Contracting is hosting this meeting with Amazon Business at their headquarters in Seattle, WA. This meeting is for National and Corporate Account Executives looking to create a more strategic partnership with their health system and GPO customers. … [Read more...]

April 8, 2025- US stocks opened higher Tuesday, setting the stage for a rebound. The Dow rose 1,360 points, or 3.6%. The broader S&P 500 gained 3.4%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite rose 3.76%, according to CNN. U.S. stocks opened sharply higher on hopes that negotiations will soften President Donald Trump's tariff plan, according to USA Today. … [Read more...]