ECRI Spins Out Spend and Recall Management into New Company
Staritas, backed by investment from Accel-KKR, will focus on healthcare supply chain data and artificial intelligence solutions.
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Federal Agencies Warn of Cyberattacks Targeting Programmable Logic Controllers
Iranian-affiliated actors are exploiting internet-facing operational technology devices, leading to operational disruptions and financial losses across US infrastructure.
Report: Medical Equipment Repair Restrictions Are Increasing Equipment Downtime and Delaying Patient Care
A new US PIRG Education Fund report finds that manufacturer-imposed barriers are hampering the work of biomeds and healthcare technology managers, with rural hospitals bearing a disproportionate burden.
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Stryker Hit by Cyberattack Linked to Iran-Tied Hacking Group, Causing Global Network Outage
The attack, attributed to pro-Palestinian hacking group Handala, reportedly wiped Windows devices across Stryker’s enterprise environment and disrupted ordering systems.
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Vermont Bill Would Give Hospitals and Independent Servicers the Right to Repair Medical Devices
H.160 would require original equipment manufacturers to provide documentation, parts, and tools needed to diagnose, maintain, and repair medical equipment on fair and reasonable terms.
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GE HealthCare Receives FDA Clearance for Diagnostic Imaging Viewer
The zero-footprint diagnostic viewer is designed to give radiologists browser-based access to imaging studies and visualization tools within the Genesis Radiology Workspace.
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FDA Recognizes AAMI CR515 for AI- and ML-enabled Device Cybersecurity
The consensus report is now on FDA’s recognized standards list, giving manufacturers a clearer reference point and hospitals another document to ask about during purchase and support discussions.
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Joint Commission Partners With STS and ACC on Outcomes-Based Cardiac Certification
The new certification will use existing clinical registry data from STS and ACC to measure patient outcomes while reducing reporting burden for hospitals.
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Joint Commission to Align Sentinel Events List With NQF Serious Reportable Events
The change, effective in 2027, is intended to simplify patient safety reporting and reduce administrative burden for healthcare organizations.
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FDA Clears GE HealthCare’s MIM LesionID Pro for Automated Tumor Burden Analysis
The AI-enabled software automates whole-body tumor burden analysis for PSMA PET/CT and SPECT/CT studies to help clinicians assess treatment eligibility and monitor response.
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FDA Clears Platform for Noninvasive Cardiac Conduction System Visualization
The CTA-based system creates a patient-specific 3D map of the cardiac conduction system to support planning and guidance during procedures such as TAVR and conduction system pacing.
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FDA Clears Single-Use Articulating Laparoscope for Minimally Invasive Surgery
The 5mm Saberscope features a 90-degree articulating tip and integrated camera designed to reduce fogging and eliminate reprocessing needs.
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Fresenius Kabi Issues Critical Software Update for Ivenix Infusion Pumps
FDA identifies Class I recall as most serious type due to software anomalies that may cause unexpected shutdowns and interface freezing.
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Why the Service Manual is the Master Key to the HTM Device Lifecycle
Service manuals aren’t optional or proprietary “extras” in a hospital. They’re required for safe maintenance and compliance, and they should be non-negotiable at purchase.
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