70% of US medical devices are only available overseas, report finds
(By: Paige Twenter for Becker’s Hospital Review) As hospital executives and healthcare organizations express concern about how tariffs may affect
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Emerging Health Issues
The financial strain of caregiving
A recent survey by Edward Jones found that more than 53 million Americans provide unpaid care, and the financial burden
Read More10 drugs in shortage
(By: Alexandra Murphy for Becker’s Hospital Review) Here are 10 new shortages and discontinuations, according to drug supply databases from
Read MoreCall Centers Replaced Many Doctors’ Receptionists. Now, AI Is Coming for Call Centers.
(By Darius Tahir for KFF Health News) At one call center in the Philippines, workers help Americans with diabetes or
Read MoreInsurers not required to cover medical marijuana, federal judge rules
(By: Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) A federal judge has dismissed a proposed class-action lawsuit that aimed to require
Read MoreHealth systems rethink primary care for older adults
(By: Paige Twenter for Becker’s Hospital Review) As the older adult population grows, health systems are expanding community care, virtual
Read MoreStem cells to treat Parkinson’s? 2 small studies hint at success
(By Jon Hamilton for NPR) Patients suffering from Parkinson’s disease may soon benefit from a powerful treatment option: stem-cell transplants.
Read MoreThe twofold challenge of an older population — and how systems are adapting
(By Kelly Gooch and Kristin Kuchno for Becker’s Hospital Review) In less than a decade, older Americans are projected to
Read MoreMost online pharmacies being run illegally, federal report finds
(By Alexandra Murphy for Becker’s Hospital Review) A new report from the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative found that
Read MoreNationwide IV Fluid Shortage Could Change How Hospitals Manage Patient Hydration
(By Jackie Fortiér for KFF Health News) Hospitals around the country are conserving critical intravenous fluid supplies to cope with
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