The Ohio High Value Network (OHVN) has recently been launched, signaling a significant move towards sustainable healthcare for rural hospitals in Ohio. This clinically integrated network, comprising 26 hospitals, endeavors to enhance healthcare delivery for 2.5 million patients over 37 Ohio
In an effort to address long-standing healthcare accessibility challenges and build upon recent advancements, U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) has introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation aimed at expanding Medicaid coverage for telehealth services. The bill, known as the Creating Opportunities
In a significant cyberattack, DaVita, an essential kidney care provider with over 2,600 outpatient dialysis centers across the U.S., faced a ransomware incident that encrypted parts of its network. The attack, discovered last Saturday, prompted DaVita to immediately activate its response plans,
Metabolic health problems such as obesity and diabetes have become major public health concerns in the U.S. with implications that stretch beyond individual wellness. With 42% of adults classified as obese and 11% diagnosed with diabetes, these conditions impact millions, causing both personal and
In a significant milestone for surgical technology, Johnson & Johnson has successfully completed the first clinical surgeries using their Ottava robotic surgical system. This breakthrough marks substantial progress in J&J’s efforts to bring the Ottava robot to market despite previous delays
Emil Eriksen founded &you as a response to his own experiences with gaps in the traditional Filipino healthcare system. Recognizing the inefficiencies, Eriksen created a modern, human-centric digital health platform to address these challenges. By offering a personalized and accessible approach
The potential imposition of tariffs by the United States on imported pharmaceuticals and medical devices is creating a significant concern for Malaysia’s healthcare system. Recent discussions have highlighted the economic and operational challenges that could emerge from these proposed tariffs, a
In light of recent discussions and hearings, concerns about the cybersecurity vulnerabilities of legacy medical devices have intensified. Staffing cuts at the Health and Human Services (HHS) may further exacerbate these risks, affecting the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) ability to
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued an urgent recall of Medtronic’s Pipeline Vantage Embolization devices due to serious potential health consequences. These devices, designed to treat brain aneurysms, have been associated with significant risks, prompting immediate action. T
The legislative challenge to North Carolina's certificate-of-need (CON) healthcare laws has reached a critical juncture with Senate Bill 370, which proposes their full repeal. After 47 years of shaping the state's healthcare system, these regulations face significant scrutiny and debate.
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