Radiotherapy, China’s biotech surge and AI’s role in drug discovery are notable topics that emerged from conversations on the ground floor. The post Three Key Takeaways from the 43rd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference appeared first on MedCity News.
Allara Health’s $26 million Series B raise was led by Index Ventures and included participation from Google Ventures. In total, the company has raised $38.5 million. The post Allara Health Secures $26M to Advance Women’s Hormonal Care appeared first on MedCity News.
Ascentage Pharma’s U.S. IPO will support clinical testing of its two lead drugs, small molecules in development for advanced cases of certain blood cancers. Takeda holds an exclusive option to develop and commercialize one of those drugs in most of the world. The post Ascentage Has First U.S. Biotech IPO of 2025, Raising $126M to…
Sentara Health invested $11 million into smartphones for its nurses, equipping them with HIPAA-compliant devices to streamline communication, increase time at the bedside and improve patient outcomes. The program has been going on for a little more than a year — and Amy Rosa, the health system’s chief nursing informatics officer, says the initiative is…
Capital audits can create financial pressures for facilities. However, with proactive risk mitigation, nursing homes can safeguard their financial stability and ensure continued compliance. The post Navigating Capital Audits: Key Risks and Best Practices for Nursing Homes appeared first on MedCity News.
There are a number of important ways AI will impact patients, providers and pharmacies in the coming year. They break down into three key areas. The post How AI Will Change the ePrescribing Experience for Patients, Providers and Pharmacies appeared first on MedCity News.
Astellas Pharma still looks to grow in cancer with a pipeline that includes internally developed programs that could stand out in oncology. But the drugmaker sees additional growth opportunities in ophthalmology and neuromuscular disorders, Chief Medical Officer Tadaaki Taniguci said. The post Astellas Exec Talks Dealmaking and Pipeline Strategy in Cancer, Gene Therapy & More…
Through Centivo Care, patients can access free appointments, a dedicated primary care team and behavioral health support. The post Centivo Launches Virtual Primary Care Offering for Employers appeared first on MedCity News.
Recognizing its vulnerability to cybercrime, the healthcare industry continues to prioritize cybersecurity. Here are some areas where organizations should be focusing their efforts. The post Battling Ransomware: How Healthcare Organizations Can Strengthen Cybersecurity to Protect Patient Data appeared first on MedCity News.
Understanding how site augmentation services could be leveraged to overcome challenges is not the responsibility of one entity. The most creative and effective solutions arise from collaboration among all stakeholders — sponsors, CROs, service providers, and research sites. The post Bridging Clinical Research Gaps: How Site Augmentation Enhances Trial Success appeared first on MedCity News.