July 15, 2024- The Food and Drug Administration extended the expiration dates of some at-home COVID tests. This came after test manufacturers provided data to the FDA that proved the tests were lasting longer than previously thought. As a result, some manufacturers started placing new expiration stickers over old expiration dates. Walgreens has carried a variety of brands … [Read more...]

July 15, 2024- IU Health's new hospital is on pace to reimagine medical care in central Indiana and remix the identity of downtown Indianapolis in just three years. The $2.3 billion project, targeting a late 2027 debut, is a skyline-reshaping development for the Near Northside and an opportunity to reduce operating costs for IU Health. IU Health leaders recently provided a … [Read more...]

July 15, 2024- Free-standing emergency rooms (FSERs) are a relatively new concept in the healthcare landscape. Twenty years ago, they accounted for only 1% of emergency rooms. Offering a viable alternative to traditional hospital-based emergency rooms, these standalone facilities offer emergency medical care to patients who need immediate attention but may not require the … [Read more...]

July 15, 2024- From tonsillectomies to joint replacements, all types of surgeries are becoming less invasive and more convenient, requiring fewer hospitalizations and leading to a rise in the number of surgery centers. The U.S. outpatient care market is expected to hit $740 billion in 2024 and grow by an additional 4.45 percent annually through 2029, according to Statista. … [Read more...]

July 12, 2024- Three Ansell manufacturing plants have gained ISO 50001:2018 certification for their Energy Management Systems. The achievements were based on Ansell’s improved manufacturing processes in the three countries, which now incorporate energy-efficient practices and technologies, and follow the company’s first ISO 50001 certification for Ansell Textiles Lanka in Sri … [Read more...]

July 12, 2024- Baxter International Inc. published its 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report. The annual report showcases Baxter’s dedication to making a meaningful difference in global healthcare and reporting with transparency on the environmental, social and governance topics most important to its stakeholders. 2023 Corporate Responsibility HighlightsBaxter’s 2023 … [Read more...]

July 12, 2024- Walgreens announced its participation for the second year as a sponsor of Children with Diabetes (CWD), a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing education and support to families living with type 1 diabetes, at their upcoming Friends for Life (FFL) conference. Walgreens will showcase several offerings and healthcare solutions for diabetes at the annual … [Read more...]

July 12, 2024- Fifteen million people worldwide have a stroke each year. Of these, 5 million are left permanently disabled. An estimated 69 million people globally suffer traumatic brain injuries each year. Spastic cerebral palsy, the most common form of cerebral palsy, accounts for 70% to 80% of all people diagnosed. Patients living with physical … [Read more...]

July 12, 2024- Henry Schein, Inc. recently marked the opening of an 811K-square-foot Southwestern Distribution Center in Fort Worth, Texas, the largest single building in the Company’s global network. Approximately 300 Team Schein Members, supplier partners, customers, elected officials, and Company leaders attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate this significant … [Read more...]

July 10, 2024- Cleveland Clinic has expanded its TeamBirth model to labor and delivery units at main campus, Fairview and Hillcrest hospitals. TeamBirth is a shared decision-making model that focuses on improving communication between caregivers and pregnant patients to bolster safety and quality of care. This follows the success of the program at Cleveland Clinic Akron … [Read more...]