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Vyaire Medical Recalls AirLife Manual Resuscitators in Class I FDA Alert Over Critical Manufacturing Defect Vyaire Medical has recalled several models of its AirLife manual resuscitators due to a manufacturing flaw that can cause serious harm or death. The recall affects a wide range of models distributed across the United States and is classified as Class I by the FDA. The defect can result in inadequate ventilation for patients, leading to conditions such as hypoxia or hypoventilation. There have been 37 reported incidents, including two deaths and injuries. The recall covers an estimated 6.6 million devices with specific product codes and manufacturing dates before 2017. Healthcare providers are urged to remove affected devices from their inventory. Vyaire has advised disposing of the defective resuscitators. For more details please click the link! https://lnkd.in/dsKCw98p #marketaccess #reimbursement #pricing #hta #heor #healtheconomics #medicaldevices #pharmaceutical

How Pharma Can Enhance Infusion Clinic Operations - HIT Consultant Infusion Clinics (ICs) are navigating a complex landscape of operational excellence, patient care, and compliance. Pharmaceutical manufacturers have a vital role in enhancing IC operations by streamlining medication access, simplifying prior authorization processes, and advocating for favorable policies. Key strategies include improving patient experiences through tailored services, integrating AI for scheduling, and fostering communication. By customizing support and facilitating best practice sharing, manufacturers can significantly boost IC efficiency and patient outcomes. Embracing this collaborative mindset not only benefits clinics but also positions manufacturers competitively in the healthcare landscape. #HealthcareIT #InfusionTherapy #PatientExperience #Pharmaceuticals #HealthcareCollaboration #OperationalExcellence #Compliance ai.mediformatica.com #pharma #medication #acce #patientexperience #compliance #patients #patientcare #policy #medicationacce #productivity #digitalhealth #healthit #healthtech #healthcaretechnology @MediFormatica (https://buff.ly/49mf7MC)

 "A 2023 study found that emergency department physicians are interrupted as frequently as seven times per hour, which contributes to medication errors. A 2021 study determined that nurses are interrupted even more often—up to 12.68 times per hour. Clearly, hospitals need to find ways to reduce demands on clinicians and staff, and systems that incorporate RFID can provide a wireless solution that can reduce time-consuming or repetitive tasks that are pervasive in healthcare." Great article from Gwen Volpe RPh, LSSBB, FASHP in the Pharmaceutical Commerce Magazine! #RAIN #RFID #phamra #patientsafety

Struggling with precise and safe radiopharmaceutical dosing while dealing with limited space and strict regulations? Improving your processes help to cut costs, enhance dosing accuracy, and significantly boost patient safety. This is where traditional manual methods are often inefficient and prone to errors. Join us at EANM in Hamburg to see how our solution, the OVD-system, tackles your challenges head-on. Want to learn more about how and why we developed the OVD system? Follow the link to our Blog and understand our way from concept to a product that solves global challenges. https://ow.ly/Ribz50TNibA #ctsgroup #innovation #radiopharmacy #eanm2024

Medical Packaging Films Market had a Considerable Share in the APAC Region Get more insights: https://bit.ly/3TnC9ed The total size of the #medicalpackaging films market was USD 7,904.2 million in 2023, and it will power at a rate of 6.1% by the end of this decade, to touch a value of USD 11,752.8 million by 2030. The requirement for medical packaging films is widely driven by the high requirement for medical products and apparatus in response to the growing count of patients and the mounting aging populace globally, and the beginning of improved packaging solutions to offer protection to concerned products. APAC generated a substantial value, and it will also grow at a healthy rate of 6.5% ibn the years to come. This is credited to the growing requirement for pharma, because of the augmented healthcare outlay, improved obtainability of pharma and medical devices particularly for chronic ailment treatment, the rising aging populace, the increasing occurrence of chronic ailments, and the facility of support of the government and incentives in the region. #medical #packagingfilms #medicalequipment #pharmaceutical #polypropylene #healthcare #pnsintelligence

New insights from the summer 2024 “Pharmacy Market Outlook” include estimated changes in the price of #pharmaceuticals that Vizient and Provista pharmacy program members will purchase in 2025. See the highlights. https://ow.ly/eQGf50Ul1nB

Smiths Medical Corrects Software Issues in CADD-Solis Infusion Pumps Smiths Medical has initiated a correction for outdated software in CADD-Solis and CADD-Solis VIP ambulatory infusion pumps, addressing critical issues that could lead to serious injury or death. The FDA has classified this as a severe recall, requiring users to update to the latest software versions. Key risks include failures in alarms, air detection, and power keys, which could result in dangerous under- or over-administration of therapies. One injury has been reported, though no deaths have occurred. Healthcare providers are urged to update all pumps, inform personnel, and complete response forms within 10 days. Smiths Medical offers technical support and advises reporting adverse events to the FDA’s MedWatch program. For more details please click the link! https://lnkd.in/dH8cmuGV #marketaccess #reimbursement #pricing #hta #heor #healtheconomics #medicaldevices #pharmaceutical 

MDCG 2024-13 Regulatory Status of Ethylene Oxide… 🔍 New MDCG Guidance: Creating Market Barriers for Alternative Sterilization Methods? The MDCG recently released guidance on the classification of ethylene oxide (EO) under the MDR, presenting an intriguing regulatory approach: ➡️ EO used in manufacturing: Not classified as a medical device, but controlled through the conformity assessment of the final product (similar to non-CE marked components) ➡️ EO used in healthcare facilities: Classified as a medical device requiring CE marking While this distinction initially seems contradictory, it makes practical sense considering: Manufacturers integrate EO into their validated processes with comprehensive controls Healthcare facilities would need standalone regulatory oversight for safe application 🚧 Market Impact: This creates an uneven playing field: Traditional EO manufacturers primarily serve device manufacturers - largely unaffected Alternative sterilization methods targeting healthcare facilities face additional hurdles: • Must obtain CE marking • Full MDR compliance required • Higher regulatory costs • Longer time to market 💡 Despite technical advantages of alternatives (e.g., chlorine dioxide): Shorter processing times Lower health risks Better environmental profile Easier handling ❗The regulatory burden could slow adoption of innovative sterilization technologies in healthcare settings, despite their clear benefits. 🤔 Question: Should regulatory requirements be more balanced to foster innovation in healthcare sterilization methods? https://lnkd.in/dUSnMAAD

Did you know a significant percentage of medical mishaps are rooted not in surgical slips or pharmaceutical blunders but in the much-overlooked pitfalls of clinical communication failure? A report by CRICO Strategies, “Malpractice Risks in Communication Failures,” analyzed more than 23,000 malpractice suits and found that 3 out of every 10 cases included at least one specific breakdown in communication. Errors occur because information is mishandled. 🔗 Avoid these silent missteps: https://hubs.la/Q02G5pNg0 #PatientSafety #HealthcareRiskManagement #ClinicalCommunication

The alligation method is a mathematical technique used to calculate the proportions of different solutions needed to create a desired solution with a specified concentration. It’s particularly useful in situations where solutions of varying concentrations need to be mixed to achieve a specific concentration. In medical practice, the alligation method is frequently employed in pharmacy compounding, preparation of intravenous medications, and formulation of diagnostic solutions. https://lnkd.in/dMUz3Utu