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Verge Genomics and Ferrer Announce Agreement to Co-Develop Clinical-Stage ALS Therapy VRG50635

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Monday, March 25, 2024
Technology, Neurology, Genetics, Clinical Trials, Other Health, Biotechnology, General Health, Pharmaceutical, Health, Artificial Intelligence, Survival, Verge, ALS, Caregiver, Social justice, Partnership, Patient, Tissue, News, Ferrer, POC, Neuron, B Corporation (certification), Clinical trial, Genomics, DSM-IV codes, Drug development, Safety, Pharmaceutical industry

VRG50635 is a potential best-in-class, small molecule inhibitor of PIKfyve, a therapeutic target for ALS discovered in diseased human tissues using CONVERGE®, Verge’s all-in-human, AI-powered platform.

Key Points: 
  • VRG50635 is a potential best-in-class, small molecule inhibitor of PIKfyve, a therapeutic target for ALS discovered in diseased human tissues using CONVERGE®, Verge’s all-in-human, AI-powered platform.
  • Under the terms of the agreement, Ferrer will obtain the exclusive rights to co-develop and commercialize VRG50635 for ALS in multiple regions outside of the United States of America.
  • Verge has retained all rights to development and commercialization for VRG50635 for all uses in the United States and all countries outside the agreement.
  • “We're thrilled to work with Ferrer to progress VRG50635 through clinical development and towards potential commercialization.

St. Luke's Health System Turns to Equipment Depot, Hai Robotics Partnership to Advance Distribution Operations

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Monday, March 25, 2024
Robotics, Health, Medical Devices, Technology, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport, Hospitals, Equipment, Growth, ASRS, Caregiver, Partnership, Patient, ACR, Travel, HAI, Senior, Luke, Warehouse

The turnkey goods-to-person solution produced in collaboration between Hai Robotics and EQSOLUTIONS™, Equipment Depot's systems integration division, will maximize space utilization and operational efficiency as St. Luke’s optimizes various distribution networks under one roof.

Key Points: 
  • The turnkey goods-to-person solution produced in collaboration between Hai Robotics and EQSOLUTIONS™, Equipment Depot's systems integration division, will maximize space utilization and operational efficiency as St. Luke’s optimizes various distribution networks under one roof.
  • “Our forward-looking supply chain has successfully identified a strategic partner that aligns perfectly with our vision of advanced distribution and consolidated services,” said Jason Merrill, Senior Director at St. Luke's Health System.
  • "EQSOLUTIONS and Hai Robotics perfectly marries Equipment Depot's top-tier material handling expertise with Hai's innovative ACR systems,” said Tim Raque, Director of Automation Sales for EQSOLUTIONS.
  • With Equipment Depot's collaborative engineering and St. Luke's expertise over their operations, we are poised for success all around."

Prime Healthcare Hospitals Rank Among Best in the Nation for Patient Safety in 2024

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Monday, March 25, 2024
Nursing, Health, Hospitals, Surgery, Practice Management, General Health, Statistics, La Palma Intercommunity Hospital, Culture, Organization, Caregiver, Paradise Valley Hospital, Patient, Hospital, Health care, Mortality, MD, Centinela Hospital Medical Center, Quality, Heart, Safety, Patient safety, Injury, Medicare, St. Joseph's Hospital, AHRQ, Sherman Oaks Hospital

Prime Healthcare hospitals were well-represented as Healthgrades unveiled its 2024 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ recipients.

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  • Prime Healthcare hospitals were well-represented as Healthgrades unveiled its 2024 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ recipients.
  • In total, 21 Prime Healthcare and Prime Healthcare Foundation hospitals received Patient Safety Excellence Awards™ this year.
  • "We're proud to recognize these Prime Healthcare hospitals for providing top-quality care while preventing serious injuries to patients during their hospital stay."
  • The Prime Healthcare member hospitals that were recognized with Patient Safety Excellence Awards™ showcased high composite patient safety scores across a number of measures, including:
    In addition to the Patient Safety Excellence Award™ acclaims, Prime Healthcare hospitals also earned "America's 50 Best" and "America's 100 Best" distinctions from Healthgrades across a number of surgical and specialty categories in 2024.

Strong Tower Consulting’s John Croswell Named to the 2024 SIA Staffing 100 North America List

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Monday, March 25, 2024
Technology, Human Resources, Consulting, Marketing, Communications, Professional Services, Small Business, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Data Management, Other Professional Services, Microsoft, Organization, Puget Sound Business Journal, Strong Tower, Female, Fortune 500, Life, SIA, Woman, Business, Caregiver, Workforce, Partner, Economic development, Corporation, Management

Strong T ower Consulting , a Washington state-based management-consulting firm, announces that its Partner John Croswell has been named to the Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) 2024 Staffing 100 North America list of influential staffing leaders who are making the world of work, work better.

Key Points: 
  • Strong T ower Consulting , a Washington state-based management-consulting firm, announces that its Partner John Croswell has been named to the Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) 2024 Staffing 100 North America list of influential staffing leaders who are making the world of work, work better.
  • Since 2021, Strong Tower has experienced an annual 40% growth rate and has expanded its operations across the U.S. and Canada, securing partnerships with leading technology and Fortune 50 companies.
  • "This honor is credit to our unique model we call Inclusion Consulting ®, which encompasses our dedication to trustworthy client service and leveraging the power of diversity to solve problems," said John Croswell, Strong Tower Partner.
  • More information on Croswell and Strong Tower’s naming to the SIA Staffing 100 can be found at: https://si100.staffingindustry.com/John-Croswell-2024/ .

Italfarmaco Receives FDA Approval for Duvyzat™ (givinostat) in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

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Friday, March 22, 2024
Research, FDA, Genetics, Clinical Trials, Other Health, Biotechnology, General Health, Pharmaceutical, Health, Science, HDAC, ITF, MAA, The Lancet, Caregiver, Disease, Magnetic resonance imaging, PPMD, Patient, Rehabilitation, Lancet Neurology, University, EMA, Doctor of Philosophy, MD, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Pediatrics, Therapy, NSAA, DMD, Food, Pharmaceutical industry

“We are grateful for the support of those living with DMD and their dedicated caregivers, which played a central role in helping us reach this landmark FDA approval.

Key Points: 
  • “We are grateful for the support of those living with DMD and their dedicated caregivers, which played a central role in helping us reach this landmark FDA approval.
  • The FDA approval highlights the dedication of Italfarmaco’s research and clinical teams to achieve this milestone for the company.”
    The approval is based on the results of the pivotal multicentre, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 3 EPIDYS trial ( NCT02851797 ).
  • Italfarmaco has significantly expanded its U.S. presence through the formation of a new fully owned subsidiary, ITF Therapeutics LLC.
  • Italfarmaco has a global presence and is also working with other regulatory agencies.

Maxim Healthcare Services Expands Caregiver Benefits Program; Gives More Than $10 Million Back to Caregivers

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Professional Services, Nursing, Health, Human Resources, Physical Therapy, Managed Care, Patient, Job satisfaction, Maxim Healthcare Services, Happiness, Respite care, Caregiver

Maxim Healthcare Services (Maxim), a national provider of continuous skilled nursing services and personal and behavioral care, announced today the expansion of the company’s caregiver benefits program.

Key Points: 
  • Maxim Healthcare Services (Maxim), a national provider of continuous skilled nursing services and personal and behavioral care, announced today the expansion of the company’s caregiver benefits program.
  • Aimed at improving the overall well-being and job satisfaction of Maxim’s valued caregivers, the enhanced program is projected to provide more than $10 million in added benefits.
  • Maxim offers all employees robust, comprehensive, and competitive benefits packages and officially launched the enhanced benefits for caregivers in February 2024. Notable improvements include increases in paid time off, and the launch of a brand new awards program – MaxCares.
  • Maxim provides continuous skilled nursing services, physical rehabilitation, personal care, respite care, and behavioral care for some of the nation’s most medically fragile patients.

WHY Brands Inc. Expands Leadership Team with Two Key Executive Hires

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Family, Lifestyle, Retail, Consumer, Baby, Maternity, Specialty, Mother, Growth, New product development, Strategic management, Munchkin, Shearman, Caregiver, General counsel, AI, Xero, Engineering, Massage, Shearman & Sterling, Pushpay, Corporation, Industrial design

Both executives will report to Steven B. Dunn, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of WHY.

Key Points: 
  • Both executives will report to Steven B. Dunn, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of WHY.
  • “We are excited to expand our leadership bench with the strategic appointments of Joseph and Jaime,” said Mr. Dunn.
  • “As WHY moves into more tech-focused, high value products and household goods, we are embarking on a new chapter of growth.
  • Prior to joining WHY, Mr. Berkowitz was General Counsel & Head of Corporate Strategy at Pushpay, a leading fintech company.

BioTek reMEDys Promotes Awareness and Education for Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Research, Infectious Diseases, Public Policy, Government, Healthcare Reform, Biotechnology, Health, Pharmaceutical, General Health, Science, Diagnosis, Coagulopathy, Haemophilia, Caregiver, Education, Patient, Von Willebrand disease, Pharmacist, Blood, Physician, BioTek

In recognition of March being Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month , BioTek reMEDys , a multi-site national integrated infusion therapy provider focused on providing support to people with rare diseases, is publicly calling for awareness of safe medication use and treatments for patients with bleeding disorders and conditions.

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  • In recognition of March being Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month , BioTek reMEDys , a multi-site national integrated infusion therapy provider focused on providing support to people with rare diseases, is publicly calling for awareness of safe medication use and treatments for patients with bleeding disorders and conditions.
  • “Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month is an opportunity and a reminder to advocate for education as a priority throughout the healthcare continuum as we work towards recognizing the challenging journey patients often have on the way to a correct diagnosis and treatment."
  • Each March, the community calls attention to inheritable blood and bleeding disorders during Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month.
  • To learn more about hemophilia, von Willebrand disease, rare factor disorders and other bleeding disorders, visit hemophilia.org .

Spencer Health Solutions Releases New Version of spencerAssist™ Mobile Application

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Other Health, Software, Mobile, Wireless, General Health, Pharmaceutical, Data Management, Apps, Applications, Medical Devices, Technology, Health Technology, Other Technology, Health, Caregiver, Patient, SHS, Statistics, Smartphone, IOS, History, Clinical trial, Android

Spencer Health Solutions (SHS) announced today the release of an updated version of its mobile application, spencerAssist™ , as part of the spencer® platform supporting chronic care management patients, clinical trial patients, and patients taking approved specialty medications.

Key Points: 
  • Spencer Health Solutions (SHS) announced today the release of an updated version of its mobile application, spencerAssist™ , as part of the spencer® platform supporting chronic care management patients, clinical trial patients, and patients taking approved specialty medications.
  • This new mobile application is adjunctive to the spencer SmartHub™, an intelligent medication dispenser that promotes near-perfect medication adherence, collects longitudinal real-world data, and engages patients over long periods of time.
  • “The new spencerAssist mobile application provides an extra level of support to patients struggling with chronic conditions and those participating in clinical trials, as well as their caregivers,” said Tom Rhoads, founder and chief executive officer of Spencer Health Solutions.
  • The spencer platform collects longitudinal insights from patients that can be leveraged to generate patient interventional support strategies while promoting positive health behaviors.

Silverado Memory Care Founder and CEO Loren Shook Shares Leadership Philosophy In New Case Study

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
COVID-19, Legal, Insurance, Other Health, Finance, Physical Therapy, Other Consumer, Managed Care, Professional Services, Mental Health, General Health, Seniors, Hospitals, Consumer, Health, RN, Culture, Conference, GNP, Learning, Caregiver, Philosophy, Head, Life, Senior, Empowerment, Love, Courage, Fear

The case study explores the critical steps taken by leaders to confront these challenges head-on, emphasizing transparency, courage and the power of a shared purpose.

Key Points: 
  • The case study explores the critical steps taken by leaders to confront these challenges head-on, emphasizing transparency, courage and the power of a shared purpose.
  • “In healthcare, we face unexpected challenges every day,” said Kim Butrum, MS, RN, GNP, Senior Vice President, Clinical Services, Silverado .
  • For those interested in learning more about Silverado’s journey, the full case study is available on lorenshook.com .
  • To learn more about Silverado’s culture, philosophy and unique approach to care, please visit www.silverado.com .