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FDA warns providers of 2 unauthorized COVID-19 tests
The FDA is warning healthcare providers and the public to stop using two COVID-19 rapid tests distributed with a label falsely indicating they were authorized by the agency. -
DHL to invest $400M in US pharma, supply chain networks
Bonn, Germany-based DHL Supply Chain will invest upward of $400 million to expand its pharmaceutical and medical supply network 27 percent by the end of the year, the company said Feb. 2. -
10 systems seeking supply chain talent
Ten health systems have posted job listings for supply chain expertise in the last week: -
Normal supply chain unlikely in 2022, experts say
Experts predict supply chain troubles in the U.S., characterized by images of overloaded ports, will likely persist throughout the year, in part because what's needed to address the problems is a complicated undertaking, The New York Times reported Feb. 1. -
Medical delivery company signs $16M drone contract
Spright, a U.S-based medical flight service provider, signed a $16 million drone delivery contract with German drone pioneer Wingcopter in its latest move to establish a drone-based delivery network across the U.S., MobiHealthNews reported Jan. 31. -
6 things to know about COVID-19 testing in the US
Recent stories on COVID-19 testing in the U.S. include Meijer stores offering free at-home tests at its pharmacies, states stockpiling surplus supplies and more. -
Many N95, KN95 masks are fake — 8 tips for spotting the difference
Demand for N95s, KN95s and KF94s has skyrocketed, and, unfortunately, so have counterfeit masks. -
Michigan to distribute 250,000 free COVID-19 tests
The state of Michigan will distribute 250,000 free COVID-19 tests to 50,000 households through a partnership with the Rockefeller Foundation, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and state health officials said Jan. 31 -
New York City to ship limited supply of COVID-19 antivirals to homes for free
New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Jan. 30 announced a program to ship COVID-19 antiviral pills from Pfizer and Merck directly to residents' homes for free, though supplies are limited. -
White House: 60M households have ordered COVID-19 tests
The White House said Jan. 28 that 60 million households across the country have ordered COVID-19 testing kits through the new government website, CNBC reported Jan. 28. -
4 updates on monoclonal antibody treatments in the US
Updates on COVID-19 monoclonal antibody therapies in the U.S. include FDA guidance on effectiveness and rationing of treatments amid shortages. -
Every state for itself: Sharing of COVID-19 rapid tests ends
A state COVID-19 rapid test exchange program has ceased operation, and more states are stockpiling surplus supplies instead of donating to others with shortages, Kaiser Health News reported Jan. 31. -
Supply shortages disrupt dialysis care in Texas
Supply chain disruptions are complicating dialysis treatment for some patients in Texas, KHOU-11 reported Jan. 26. -
Medical organizations call on public to donate amid blood crisis
The American Hospital Association, American Medical Association and American Nurses Association on Jan. 27 called on those who are able to donate blood. The joint statement comes about two weeks after the American Red Cross declared the nation's first ever blood crisis. -
6 healthcare executives on managing supply chain disruptions
Supply chain issues exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic have led leaders at health systems across the U.S. to develop innovative solutions to manage disruptions. -
Houston company to develop 5-layer COVID-19 mask for kids
Houston-based respirator manufacturer Aegle plans to develop a five-layer children’s mask to protect against the transmission of COVID-19, other airborne particles and pollution from wildfires, the company said Jan. 27. -
10 systems seeking supply chain talent
Ten health systems have posted job listings for supply chain expertise in the last week: -
InVita Launches Implant360 to Optimize Tissue and Implant Supply Chain Cost Savings Across Health Networks
New Implant360 platform includes analytics that automatically uncover hidden opportunities to reduce spend and improve compliance IDN-wide. -
Medical supply company to invest $8.5M in new Indiana distribution center
Sarnova HC, an Ohio-based medical supply corporation, announced its intent to invest $8.5 million in a medical logistics and distribution center in Greenwood, Ind., the Daily Journal reported Jan. 21. -
Supply chain issues delay opening of new Arkansas hospital
Delays in delivery of construction materials and equipment caused a delay in the opening of a new hospital in Arkansas, De Queen, Ark.-based Sevier County Medical Center officials told the Texarkana Gazette Jan. 22.
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