Nova Biomedical Pulls StatStrip Gen 2.0 Glucose Meters Over Patient ID Errors
A software issue can cause glucose results to be assigned to the wrong patient's medical record. One serious injury has been reported, and a fix is expected in November.
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Advanced Global Health Starts with Safe Medical Device Repairs
A HIMSS Foundation executive argues that expanding right-to-repair policies to healthcare could create patient safety and cybersecurity risks tied to medical device repair.
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The Electrical Safety Testing Myth
It’s been more than a decade since the requirement for routine electrical safety testing was removed, but HTM leaders say the habit refuses to die.
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Nova Biomedical Pulls StatStrip Gen 2.0 Glucose Meters Over Patient ID Errors
A software issue can cause glucose results to be assigned to the wrong patient's medical record. One serious injury has been reported, and a fix is expected in November.
ECRI Convenes C-Suite Roundtables on Patient Safety and Quality Care
A new white paper shares insights from 17 healthcare executives on strengthening organizational resilience and continuous improvement.
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When a Patch Becomes a Problem: Hidden Risks in ‘Smart’ Medical Devices
Blindly deploying vendor patches can sideline critical devices and jeopardize patient safety.
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The Cybersecurity Threat Lurking in Legacy Medical Devices
Why HTM teams must treat “old but working” as a high-stakes cyber risk—and how to protect patients and operations now.
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AAMI Awards Grants to Research Teams Focused on Advancing Health Technology Safety
The Mary K. Logan Research Grants will fund studies focused on enhancing the safety and effectiveness of health technology to improve patient care.
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Disconnection Hazard Prompts Recall of AirLife Infant Ventilation Circuits
AirLife and manufacturer Vyaire are recalling certain infant heated wire circuits due to the risk that accessory adapters provided with the product may unintentionally disconnect during setup or use when the circuit reaches operating temperature.
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FDA Blocks Entry of Certain Olympus Devices Over Quality Concerns
Certain import devices from Olympus’ Aizu facility in Japan will be refused entry due to outstanding quality system violations, the FDA says.
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Zyno Medical Recalls Infusion Pumps Over Software Issue
Certain Z-800 series infusion pumps may malfunction due to unverified software, prompting a Class I recall by the FDA.
