Medline, a medical supply manufacturer and distributor that went public in December, is expanding its footprint through new partnerships, technology investments and infrastructure growth, while managing several product recalls. As the company manages recalls of blood culture kits, medical convenience…
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Texas Children’s in Houston has received a $5 million estate gift from philanthropist Barbara LeGrange, who passed away in March, to expand mental healthcare for children and adolescents across the region. Ms. LeGrange planned the donation, which includes $1 million…
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PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, Wash., has received a $10 million gift as part of its fundraising campaign. Three notes: 1. The “Stronger Together” campaign has raised more than $100 million to expand and modernize care, according to…