CDC reports low respiratory illness levels; flu activity remains elevated
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released an update mid-March on nationwide respiratory virus activity as of March 6, 2026. The amount of acute respiratory illness causing people to seek health care is now low. Seasonal influenza activity remains elevated nationally. Influenza A activity is decreasing in most areas of the country while trends in influenza B activity vary by region, according to the CDC.
RSV activity has started later than expected in most regions of the United States, though severity is not higher compared with recent seasons, per the CDC. This atypical season indicates that higher levels of RSV activity may continue into April in many regions. Emergency department visits and hospitalizations for RSV are highest among infants and children less than 4 years old. Additionally, COVID-19 activity is decreasing nationally but remains elevated in some areas of the country.
Cardinal Health named one of America’s Best Large Employers of 2026
Cardinal Health has been recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers of 2026 by Forbes, according to a recent LinkedIn post. The annual rankings are based on survey responses from U.S. employees. According to Cardinal Health, “We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees can be themselves and do their best work to deliver products and solutions that improve the lives of people every day.”
B. Braun announces significant reduction of greenhouse gas emissions through Renewable Electricity Purchase Agreements
B. Braun Medical Inc. announced the purchase of renewable electricity for its operations in the U.S., leading to a significant reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and furthering B. Braun’s dedication to protecting people and the planet by reducing environmental impact. This action will result in a greater than 30% reduction of B. Braun’s scopes 1 & 2 CO2e emissions in North America and represents a significant investment in renewable energy deployment.
The purchase agreements are part of B. Braun’s commitment to reducing CO2e emissions 50% by 2030 and will result in all of the company’s U.S. based manufacturing facilities, affiliated distribution centers and locations in Pennsylvania being matched with 100% renewably sourced electricity from 2026 onwards. B. Braun is also taking additional steps to invest in alternative energy technologies, including the installation of a fuel cell microgrid at B. Braun’s 710,000 sq. ft. IV fluid and generic pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Irvine, California.
Henry Schein unveils new Dallas Discovery Center
Henry Schein, Inc. celebrated the grand opening of its new Dallas Discovery Center (DDC)—an 8,300-square-foot, state-of-the-art training facility designed to bring health care education, technology, and innovation together under one roof. The center marks Henry Schein’s first integrated dental and medical training facility, reinforcing the company’s commitment to advancing integrated, systemic models of health care delivery.
“Our goal with the Dallas Discovery Center is to create a collaborative space where clinicians, supplier partners, and our Team Schein Members can learn from one another and see what’s possible in health care,” said Ty Ford, Vice President and General Manager, Henry Schein U.S. Medical Sales. “By bringing medical and dental training together, we’re helping build a more integrated, patient-centric future.”