U.S. FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, MD, announced that the agency has developed new policy steps for strengthening product recalls. Specifically, Gottlieb revealed, the FDA has published a draft guidance that better explains the FDA’s policy on public warnings and device recall notifications—in an effort to provide more timely information to consumers.
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Volpara Solutions Inc. launched two new products designed to help maintain consistent quality in breast screening and help identify women who may be at high risk of developing cancer, at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
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In this article, 24×7 Magazine contributing writer Chris Hayhurst explores a very timely topic in the healthcare technology management (HTM) field: The right to repair. Here, Hayhurst talks to key industry leaders to get their insights about key steps HTM professionals can take in this battle. Don’t miss out.
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They pump insulin to treat diabetics, provide electrical stimulations to regulate the human heartbeat, monitor vital signs, and “feed” patients with the nutrients and drugs they need. But they have also emerged as primary targets of hackers. Here, Merlin International’s Brian Wells shares what HTM professionals need to know about medical device cybersecurity. Don’t miss out.
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Recently, healthcare consultant and 24×7 Magazine editorial board member Dave Harrington, PhD, got to experience the other side of healthcare technology—as a patient—and see firsthand what is working and what is not. Here are some of his observations.
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