In a move that has ignited intense scrutiny, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently put forward a proposal to include vital medical supplies—such as urological, tracheostomy, and ostomy products—within its Competitive Bidding Program (CBP). This initiative, designed to curb
In a significant shift toward digital transformation, a major hospital trust in Sheffield has encountered substantial challenges following the rollout of a new electronic patient record (EPR) system, sparking widespread concern among patients and healthcare advocates. Costing £85 million, this
In the high-pressure world of emergency response, where split-second decisions can mean the difference between life and death, Augmented Reality (AR) is emerging as a groundbreaking tool for medical training through telemedicine. This technology is reshaping how first responders, such as paramedics
The global respiratory care devices market stands at a pivotal moment, with projections indicating a remarkable climb from $26.40 billion in the current year to an astounding $45.13 billion by 2034, driven by a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.18%. This growth underscores a pressing need to
In a striking display of unity and resolve, students at Lagos State College of Health Technology in Nigeria have issued a firm 48-hour ultimatum to the institution’s management, demanding the immediate reversal of a recently announced tuition fee hike. This bold stance, taken on September 23, has
In the midst of a grueling government shutdown in 2025, hospitals across the nation are caught in a financial vise, forced to slash budgets for critical technology that powers patient care, leaving many in dire straits. Picture a rural hospital, already stretched thin, unable to upgrade its
