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Abbott recalls COVID test kits over risk of false positives
Abbott has recalled two of its Alinity COVID-19 test kits after finding they can yield false positive results. -
10 hospitals seeking supply chain talent
Ten health systems have posted job listings for supply chain expertise in the last week: -
Supply chain disruptions will get worse, Moody's predicts
Supply chain bottlenecks that are being felt across the globe are going to get worse, according to a Moody's Analytics report published Oct. 11. -
Rural Georgia hospitals get free scrubs created in own backyard
Fifteen rural hospitals in Georgia received free orders of medical scrubs through an initiative to support local cotton farmers and promote U.S.-based manufacturing. -
Hospitals seek crutches donations amid nationwide shortage
Hospitals are asking people to donate crutches amid a nationwide shortage spurred by a lack of aluminum. -
Hospitals have spent more than $3B getting PPE during pandemic
Throughout the pandemic, hospitals across the U.S. have spent more than $3 billion to source personal protective equipment, according to an analysis conducted by Premier released Oct. 11. -
Supply Chain Tip of the Week: 3 quick tips to increase the health of your supply chain and decrease costs
There are several short-term changes facilities can undergo in order to see significant cost savings. Look within your current supply chain model to uncover these hidden inefficiencies. -
Boston Scientific announces 3rd acquisition in a month
Boston Scientific said Oct. 6 it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Baylis Medical Co. for $1.75 billion, the third and largest deal the Marlborough, Mass.-based company has announced in the last month. -
2.8K procedure packs recalled; potential for aluminum leaks cited
DeRoyal Industries has recalled 2,856 procedure packs that contain an irrigation warming set that may leak aluminum. -
12 health systems win 2021 supply chain achievement award
Twelve health systems have been recognized with 2021 healthcare supply chain achievement awards from ECRI, a nonprofit that conducts independent medical device evaluations with labs in North America and Asia Pacific. -
10 hospitals seeking supply chain talent
Ten health systems have posted job listings for supply chain expertise in the last week: -
US rapid, at-home COVID-19 test supply to quadruple by December, White House says
The U.S. supply of rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests is set to quadruple by December, the White House said Oct. 6, according to The Hill. -
US reliance on foreign pharmaceutical ingredients national security risk: DOD inspector general
If some countries decided to stop producing active pharmaceutical ingredients or shipping them to the U.S., it could be catastrophic for the entire U.S. pharmaceutical industry, the Defense Department's Inspector General wrote in a report analyzing the department's handling of the pharmaceutical supply chain. -
Coppertone recalls 5 sunscreen products after finding carcinogen in some batches
Coppertone is recalling five types of its aerosol sunscreen after finding they contain benzene, a carcinogen. -
Four reasons supply professionals deserve a “thank you”
Every year in October, National Healthcare Supply Chain Week aims to increase awareness of the vital work that supply chain professionals perform every day. And let’s face it, this past year their work has been more vital than ever. -
19 recent medical supply recalls
Medical device recalls, whether voluntary or mandated by the FDA, ensure patient safety. Nineteen medical supply recalls reported by Becker's Hospital Review since June 25: -
US inflation surge linked to supply chain problems
Inflation has surged in recent months due to pandemic-related pressures, including such supply chain issues as shipping trouble and a strong demand for goods from Asia, The New York Times reported Oct. 1. -
Supplier warns of 'astounding rates' of oxygen use in hospitals
Norco, a regional supplier of medical oxygen based in Boise, Idaho, has sent a notice to hospitals that oxygen is being used at "astounding rates" and asked the hospitals to conserve oxygen supplies when possible, the Idaho Statesman reported Sept. 30. -
10 hospitals seeking supply chain talent
Ten health systems have posted job listings for supply chain expertise in the last week: -
Supply chain trade groups warn of 'system collapse' if governments don't step in
Supply chain industry trade groups warned of a "global transport system collapse" if governments don't restore freedom of movement to transport workers in an open letter sent Sept. 29 to heads of state attending the United Nations General Assembly.
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