In March, the speed of U.S. hospital supply deliveries increased, but inventory levels decreased due to cost pressures and seasonal illnesses depleting supplies. The hospital supply industry experienced growth for the 19th consecutive month but it is at its lowest…
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Sweeping tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump April 2 have triggered concern across the healthcare sector, particularly among hospitals and industry leaders, as they brace for cost increases and potential supply chain disruptions. Starting April 5, the U.S. imposed a…
The American Medical Manufacturers Association, an alliance of U.S. medical equipment manufacturers, has introduced a new certification program for U.S.-made medical supplies and personal protective equipment. The seal is aimed at identifying products manufactured domestically and supporting efforts to strengthen…
Exceptional supply chain management keeps organizations running smoothly — but as technology and the competitive landscape evolve, areas like procurement have lagged in innovation and process optimization. Becker’s Healthcare spoke with Denise Odenkirk, vice president of supplier sales at GHX,…
The pharmaceutical industry avoided immediate tariffs under President Donald Trump’s latest trade actions, though future levies remain a possibility. Here are four things to know:
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Medtronic has issued a recall for several aortic root cannula devices due to a potential safety risk that could cause loose material to dislodge during use, potentially leading to stroke or death. The recall, identified as the FDA’s most serious,…
President Donald Trump announced a sweeping set of new tariffs April 2, marking one of the most significant shifts in U.S. trade policy in decades. Beginning April 5, the U.S. will implement a 10% baseline tariff on all countries. Reciprocal…
The Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations for the House Committee on Energy and Commerce raised concerns about cybersecurity risks in aging medical devices during an April 1 hearing. During the hearing, experts warned that outdated hardware, which can often outlast…
Here are 10 health systems and hospitals that posted job listings seeking supply chain expertise in the last week. Note: This is not an exhaustive list. Job listings were compiled from job-seeker websites. Hospitals and health systems are in alphabetical…
From tackling product back orders to streamlining inventory management, health systems are taking targeted steps to resolve key supply chain bottlenecks. Below are responses from seven supply chain leaders who were asked: What is one specific bottleneck your health system…