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likely exposed to PFAS chemicals in 2018 using blood samples obtained from adults and children who participated in the U.S. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Next, the study team analyzed data from dozens of studies in the past decade that explored diseases con- nected to the substances. Read on:
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Premier joins forces with association championing supply chain resiliency Premier, Inc., a leading technology- driven healthcare improvement com- pany, announced today it has joined the Healthcare Industry Reliance Collaborative (, a nonprofit healthcare supply chain association that champions standards and best practices in supply chain resiliency. The provider-led, supplier-supported organization brings together key stake- holders across healthcare to align on solu- tions to supply disruptions that impact patient care.
Premier will lend HIRC insight from its unique experience as the only healthcare company to virtually integrate the sup- ply chain, co-invest with its members in domestic manufacturing, and provide tech- enabled visibility into the procure-to-pay process for supplies. The HIRC member- ship builds on Premier’s work to protect healthcare providers and patients from shortages using a unique combination of clinical, operational and financial data, as well as supply chain expertise and a commitment to transparent collaboration across healthcare.
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“Participation in the HIRC is yet another step forward in Premier’s stead- fast action on supply chain sustainabil- ity and building healthier markets,” said David A. Hargraves, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain for Premier. “Premier partners with some of the most forward- thinking, innovative health systems in the nation, and when we all come together under a common banner, we believe we can help eliminate vulnerabilities, mitigate disruptions and build a healthier supply chain now and for the future. We look forward to driving this vital work for- ward with HIRC.” Read on:
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FDA committed to innovations in medical device sterilization The sterilization of medical devices is a vital process for helping to prevent seri- ous infections. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration continually works to over- see sterilization methods for these devices to ensure they are effective and used in
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amounts that are safe for the patients and healthcare professionals who use them. Ethylene oxide, or EtO, is a gas used dur- ing manufacturing processes to sterilize a variety of both medical and non-med- ical products. Use of ethylene oxide is a well-established and scientifically-proven method of preventing harmful microor- ganisms from reproducing and causing infections without degrading the product, unlike some other sterilization methods. It is currently the most commonly used method in the U.S. to sterilize medical devices and is widely used by medical device manufacturers and contract steril- izers worldwide.
In fact, more than 20 billion devices sold in the U.S. every year are sterilized with ethylene oxide, accounting for approxi- mately 50% of devices that require steril- ization. These devices range from wound dressings to more specialized devices, such as stents, as well as kits used in routine hospital procedures or surgeries that include multiple components made from different materials. Inadequate steriliza- tion can lead to life-threatening infections in patients undergoing a wide range of medical procedures. Read on:
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Hospital PMI continues to climb
Economic activity in the hospital subsec- tor grew in July for the 26th consecutive month, say the nation’s hospital supply executives in the latest Hospital ISM Report On Business.
The report was issued today by Nancy LeMaster, MBA, Chair of the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Hospital Business Survey Committee: “The Hospital Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) regis- tered 54.9 percent in July, a 3.1- percentage point decrease from the June reading of 58 percent, indicating a 26th consecutive month of growth. The Business Activity and New Orders indexes remained in growth territory; however, the Business Activity Index increased while the New Orders Index decreased compared to June. The Employment Index also a decreased in July compared to June. The Case Mix Index remained in contraction territory, register- ing 47.5 percent, a decrease of 1 percentage point compared to the une figure of 4. percent. The Days Payable Outstanding Index registered 57 percent, up 7.5 percent- age points from the 49.5 percent reported in June. The Technology Spend Index registered 53 percent, a 0.5-percentage point decrease from the June reading of 53.5 percent.” HPN Read on:
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