Supply Chain

Inclement weather across many parts of the U.S. has taken a toll on the nation's blood supply this month. 

As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, logistics companies such as UPS Healthcare are becoming more integral to the supply chain. 

Baxter International has increased  allocations for two U.S. IV solutions to 100% following the disruption caused by Hurricane Helene at its North Cove, N.C., facility, according to a letter to customers available on the website of the American Hospital Association. 

The FDA is ramping up efforts to address medical device shortages that are increasingly threatening patient care, particularly for pediatric and neonatal populations. 

DHL Supply Chain, based in Westerville, Ohio, has acquired Inmar Supply Chain Solutions, a division of Inmar Intelligence, making DHL the largest provider of reverse logistics solutions in North America. 

Sentara Norfolk (Va.) General Hospital is piloting the use of blood vending machines to give clinical teams quicker access to blood products, NBC affiliate WAVY reported Jan. 20. 

Medical device recalls, whether voluntary or mandated, are crucial for ensuring patient safety. 

The FDA warned the nation about the growing vulnerability of the medical device supply chain and its effects on public health, particularly among pediatric patients, in a Jan. 16 news release. 

Becton, Dickinson and Co. is increasing its U.S. manufacturing capacity for essential medical devices, including syringes, needles and IV catheters. 

Henry Schein is launching a relief fund to provide essential medical supplies to support victims of the Los Angeles wildfires.