When Hurricane Helene struck in late September, it flooded the largest IV fluid factory in the United States. The Baxter International facility in western North Carolina had been producing 1.5 million IV bags a day, 60 percent of the nation’s supply. The company immediately began rationing its products, and the shortage sent ripples through the…
Getting the correct food allergy diagnosis leads to increased diet diversity and potentially improved nutrition when suspected allergies are ruled out, making it critical to take the right diagnostic approach from the beginning. The post Transforming Allergy Care: The Power of Advanced Diagnostics in Improving Patient Outcomes appeared first on MedCity News.
We need to equip pharmacists with technology that can help them to make impactful clinical interventions in the pharmacy and reimburse them for these services, which would help to address the provider shortage. The post Community Pharmacies Fill Critical Healthcare Gaps in Rural Areas — Here’s How We Can Empower and Support Them appeared first…
The progress in artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping patient care, across various dimensions, from facilitating faster discharge to curating treatment plans and suggesting lifestyle changes. The post Transforming Patient Care: The Role of AI-Powered Assistants appeared first on MedCity News.
By grounding wellness programs in behavior-change science, employers can empower their people to build healthier, more sustainable habits. The post Study: Why Quick Fixes Don’t Work in Workplace Wellness appeared first on MedCity News.
The Indiana Biomedical Society (IBS) was recently recognized as TechNation’s Association of the Month for its commitment to supporting biomedical professionals across the state. Leading the organization is Naka Piohia, Crothall HTS Director at Marion General Hospital, who serves as IBS President. Founded in 1990, IBS provides a platform for professional development, networking, and industry…
Samsung announced plans to acquire Xealth, a startup that helps hospitals integrate digital tools into clinical workflows, as part of its broader push into U.S. healthcare. The deal reflects growing provider demand for tech solutions and comes amid newfound optimism in the digital health exit market. The post Samsung Deepens Healthcare Bet With Xealth Acquisition…
Fall 2024 Hospital Safety Grade report sees reductions in healthcare-associated infections nationwide
The current prior authorization process in U.S. healthcare constitutes a crisis, according to Jesse Ehrenfeld, immediate past president of the American Medical Association. Prior authorization is wasting clinicians’ time, delaying care and deepening public distrust — yet, payers show little urgency in fixing this problem, he said. The post Why One Leader Is Calling Out…
Cigna Healthcare ranks highest among commercial health plans when it comes to digital experience, while UPMC Health Plan ranks highest among Medicare Advantage plans, according to J.D. Power. The post Which Health Plans Take the Lead in Member Digital Experience? appeared first on MedCity News.