Disaster medicine

Vizient Task Force Releases Recommendations for Hospitals on Preparing for an Active Shooter Event

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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Vizient, Inc. released recommendations focused on mitigating common risks, identifying national guidelines and utilizing existing resources to ensure preparedness for an active shooter event.

Key Points: 
  • Vizient, Inc. released recommendations focused on mitigating common risks, identifying national guidelines and utilizing existing resources to ensure preparedness for an active shooter event.
  • The recommendations were made by a task force of 40 Vizient network executives from 27 organizations across the country.
  • The recommendations and rationales bring attention to organizational tactics that were found by the task force to be lacking or inconsistent.
  • “It is an uncomfortable topic to discuss but it is vital that hospitals address the issue of a potential active shooter event,” said Susan Chishimba, Vizient Member Networks senior director.

Mexiletine's Path to Treating Myotonic Dystrophy: A Comprehensive Drug Insight, 2023-2032

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Friday, July 28, 2023
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This report offers a comprehensive overview of mexiletine's potential in treating Myotonic Dystrophy across the seven major markets.

Key Points: 
  • This report offers a comprehensive overview of mexiletine's potential in treating Myotonic Dystrophy across the seven major markets.
  • Notably, the US FDA has granted mexiletine Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) for the treatment of Myotonic Dystrophy.
  • The report offers comprehensive insights into mexiletine for Myotonic Dystrophy, encompassing a detailed product overview, its mechanism of action, dosage and administration, and ongoing research and development activities related to Myotonic Dystrophy.
  • Additionally, it offers a comprehensive overview of late-stage emerging therapies for Myotonic Dystrophy, along with a SWOT analysis featuring analyst views for mexiletine in Myotonic Dystrophy.

NUTEX HEALTH ANNOUNCES CHANGE TO ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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from the Company's Board of Directors at the end of his one year term commitment and the election of Danniel Stites, M.D.

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  • from the Company's Board of Directors at the end of his one year term commitment and the election of Danniel Stites, M.D.
  • Dr. Stites is board certified in Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians.
  • We are also pleased to welcome Dr. Stites to the Nutex Board.
  • "I am delighted to be joining the Board at Nutex Health.

Cybersecurity Technology Leader David Meltzer Joins Netography as Chief Product Officer

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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Netography® , the security company for the Atomized Network, today welcomed David Meltzer as its first chief product officer (CPO).

Key Points: 
  • Netography® , the security company for the Atomized Network, today welcomed David Meltzer as its first chief product officer (CPO).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230308005142/en/
    David Meltzer joins Netography as chief product officer (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Netography continues to experience unprecedented customer adoption of the industry’s first Atomized Visibility and Control Platform,” said Martin Roesch, CEO of Netography.
  • I am thrilled to join the team at this exciting time.”
    Prior to Netography, Meltzer spent nearly a decade at Tripwire, most recently as its chief technology officer (CTO).
  • In that role, he was responsible for technology innovation, product management, and strategy for a 350-person global research and development team.

Preparing for Continuing Battle with COVID, MicroGEM Partners with Medline to Equip Healthcare Providers with World's First Saliva PCR Test for Point of Care

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va., Aug. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MicroGEM, a U.S.-based molecular biology company, today announced that Medline, a manufacturer and distributor of medical supplies to healthcare providers across the continuum of care, is now offering the MicroGEM Sal6830 Point of Care PCR System and SARS-CoV-2 Saliva Test.

Key Points: 
  • "Our partnership with MicroGEM expands our product portfolio to offer a saliva-based test for the first time.
  • Medline is a healthcare company; a manufacturer, distributor, and solutions provider focused on improving the overall operating performance of healthcare.
  • Partnering with healthcare systems and facilities across the continuum of care, Medline provides the clinical and supply chain resources required for long-term financial viability in delivering high-quality care.
  • Headquartered in Northfield, Ill., Medline has 30,000+ employees worldwide and does business in more than 125 countries and territories.

Albert Romanowsky, MD, PhD was recently awarded the 2022 AADM Distinguished Service Award by the American Academy of Disaster Medicine® (AADM®)

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022
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TAMPA, Fla., July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Albert Romanowsky, MD, Ph.D. was recently awarded the 2022 AADM Distinguished Service Award by the American Academy of Disaster Medicine® (AADM®). The AADM Award recognizes the vital role physician specialists play in the disaster life cycle – preparation, planning, response, and recovery.

Key Points: 
  • The AADM Award recognizes the vital role physician specialists play in the disaster life cycle preparation, planning, response, and recovery.
  • TAMPA, Fla., July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Albert Romanowsky, MD, Ph.D. was recently awarded the 2022 AADM Distinguished Service Award by the American Academy of Disaster Medicine (AADM).
  • The AADM Award recognizes the vital role physician specialists play in the disaster life cycle preparation, planning, response, and recovery.
  • According to AADM President Carol Iddins, MD, FAADM, Dr. Romanosky's tireless dedication to public health and to the disaster medicine community exemplifies the qualities of a great physician.

Acrow Bridge Restores Critical Route for Louisiana Residents Impacted by Hurricane Ida

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Thursday, December 16, 2021
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Widespread damage and loss of life from the storm was reported in many parts of Louisiana and states as far north as Connecticut.

Key Points: 
  • Widespread damage and loss of life from the storm was reported in many parts of Louisiana and states as far north as Connecticut.
  • Within days, the Louisiana National Guard installed a temporary floating bridge to enable access for first responders and residents, but the capacity of the single lane structure proved inadequate and a larger, longer-term temporary bridge was urgently needed.
  • The existing damaged bridge was a movable swing bridge, providing a clear waterway for the passage of ships.
  • The bridge was opened to traffic on October 7th and will be in place until a new permanent swing bridge is constructed.

WorkForce Software and its Partners Offer Immediate Solution to Companies Affected by Ransomware Attack - Ensuring Millions of Workers are Paid on Time this Holiday Season

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Friday, December 17, 2021
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LIVONIA, Mich., Dec. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the first global provider of integrated employee experience and workforce management solutions, WorkForce Software, announces it has developed a rapid solution to be deployed by companies affected by a recent ransomware attack. This attack on a global workforce management provider has left many organizations without access to critical data and systems, impacting their ability to pay employees on time.

Key Points: 
  • The ransomware attack affected the private cloud service of a global workforce management provider.
  • "As a workforce management software provider, WorkForce Software understands the seriousness of this event and the far-reaching impact it has on employers, employees and their families," says Mike Morini, CEO of WorkForce Software.
  • WorkForce Software offers this solution at their cost, with an aim to help companies recover as quickly as possible.
  • WorkForce Software is the first global provider of workforce management solutions with integrated employee experience capabilities.

WorkForce Software and its Partners Offer Immediate Solution to Companies Affected by Ransomware Attack - Ensuring Millions of Workers are Paid on Time this Holiday Season

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Friday, December 17, 2021
Organization, Holiday, Workforce, CEO, Solution, Climate Science Rapid Response Team, Software, Disaster medicine, Time, Asset management, Healthcare, Creative industries, Payroll

LIVONIA, Mich., Dec. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the first global provider of integrated employee experience and workforce management solutions, WorkForce Software, announces it has developed a rapid solution to be deployed by companies affected by a recent ransomware attack. This attack on a global workforce management provider has left many organizations without access to critical data and systems, impacting their ability to pay employees on time.

Key Points: 
  • The ransomware attack affected the private cloud service of a global workforce management provider.
  • "As a workforce management software provider, WorkForce Software understands the seriousness of this event and the far-reaching impact it has on employers, employees and their families," says Mike Morini, CEO of WorkForce Software.
  • WorkForce Software offers this solution at their cost, with an aim to help companies recover as quickly as possible.
  • WorkForce Software is the first global provider of workforce management solutions with integrated employee experience capabilities.

14 Leading Healthcare Executives, One Day: Healthcare Leaders of New York (HLNY) 5th Annual Mini-Congress, October 7th at NY Academy of Medicine

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Thursday, September 30, 2021
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Levy and Robert M. Levy University Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, and Special Advisor to the Director General of the WHO.

Key Points: 
  • Levy and Robert M. Levy University Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, and Special Advisor to the Director General of the WHO.
  • There has been no greater moment to recognize the awakening and adoption of digital health and innovative solutions changing the face of healthcare delivery forever.
  • The day starts with an expert panel of leading entrepreneurial thought leaders in a discussion on "Technology Innovation Changing the Face of Care Delivery".
  • Our mission is to advance healthcare leadership and management excellence through professional enrichment and continuing education of our members.