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U.S. bans Malaysian glove maker Supermax over alleged use of forced labor
 | | The U.S. says it has banned imports from Malaysian glove maker Supermax Corp and its units over alleged forced labor practices at the company. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a “Withhold Release Order” that prohibits imports based on reasonable information that indicates the use of forced labor in Supermax's manufacturing operations… |
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NEW Podcast - Blood Pressure: Are Your Caregivers Taking it Properly?
 | | In this podcast, Scott Adams sits down with Brian Vierra, senior director of medical sales at Midmark, to discuss the importance of capturing accurate blood pressure readings, the costs associated with inaccurate measurements for both physicians and patients, and how the use of automation can drive improved workflows and increase efficiency. |
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Some workers want Covid-19 recovery accepted as evidence of immunity
 | | Some workers opposed to vaccine mandates on the job are pointing to the same reason for their objection: They already had Covid-19. The Labor Department on Sept. 9 recommended that private companies mandate vaccines for all employees or require them to submit to regular Covid-19 tests. Tens of thousands of U.S. workers across industries from healthcare … |
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COVID-19 cases on the rise in one Midwest states nursing homes
 | | Wisconsin Public Radio recently reported that cases of COVID-19 are on the rise in the state’s nursing homes, where 88% of residents are vaccinated, but many workers are not. Deaths among nursing home residents are also increasing — doubling in one month, from mid-August to mid-September, according to AARP. New COVID-19 infections and deaths in … |
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Moderna and Johnson & Johnson boosters now approved by FDA
 | | The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has now authorized booster vaccinations of the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccines. Additionally, those who are looking to get the booster shot can now choose which vaccine they want a booster shot of, regardless of their initial vaccination. Opening up the booster options for people could … |
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Medtronic names Austin Chiang, MD, as new chief medical officer for Gastrointestinal business
 | | Medtronic plc (Dublin, Ireland) announced Austin L. Chiang, MD, has joined Medtronic as chief medical officer (CMO) of the Gastrointestinal (GI) business at Medtronic. In this role, Dr. Chiang will provide medical expertise and strategic guidance on evidence development, clinical communications and publications, and training and support needs. … |
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