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DNV Launches Groundbreaking Advanced Healthcare Cybersecurity Certification for Hospitals Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) DNV, a leading energy expert and assurance provider, has introduced the Advanced Healthcare Cybersecurity Certification (AHCC), marking a significant milestone in cybersecurity for hospitals. This pioneering certification, available globally, aims to help healthcare organizations enhance their cybersecurity systems, … Read the full press release

Evotec Collaborates with Inserm and Lille University Hospital to Advance Obesity and Metabolic Disease Research

(IN BRIEF) Evotec SE announces a partnership with Inserm, Lille University Hospital, and Inserm Transfert to identify novel therapeutic targets and diagnostic markers in obesity and metabolic diseases. The collaboration, centered around the ABOS/DIABOMICS study led by Lille University Hospital, … Read the full press release

DHL Renews IATA Certification, Solidifies Leadership in Pharma Air Freight

(IN BRIEF) DHL Global Forwarding has once again secured certification from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) for excellence in life sciences and healthcare transportation, reinforcing its commitment to maintaining the highest standards in air freight. The renewed CEIV Pharma … Read the full press release

Almirall Launches AK Global Day Campaign to Raise Awareness of Actinic Keratosis and Sun Exposure Risks

(IN BRIEF) Almirall’s new data highlights the alarming lack of awareness regarding actinic keratosis (AK), a common precancerous dermatological condition linked to sun exposure, with more than one-third of affected individuals unaware of its causes. The survey, conducted across Spain, … Read the full press release

Global Study Unveils Barriers to Mental Health Care Access

(IN BRIEF) A recent study commissioned by Boehringer Ingelheim, conducted across eight G20 countries, sheds light on the challenges obstructing access to mental health care worldwide. The analysis reveals pervasive stigma, a shortage of mental health professionals, and inconsistent service … Read the full press release

EIB Boosts Healthcare Infrastructure in Castilla y León with €120 Million Loan

(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) has committed €120 million in the first tranche of financing, out of a total of €175 million, to the regional government of Castilla y León in Spain. The loan aims to facilitate the … Read the full press release

European Parliament Approves Landmark Pharmaceutical Legislation Reform, Calls for Further Enhancements

(IN BRIEF) The European Parliament has achieved a significant milestone by approving the first reading of extensive reforms to EU pharmaceutical legislation aimed at fostering innovation and ensuring equitable access to medicines. While commending the progress, the European Society of … Read the full press release

Philips Introduces VeriSight Pro Catheter for Image-Guided Cardiac Procedures in Hong Kong Hospitals

(IN BRIEF) Royal Philips announces the introduction of its real-time 3D Intracardiac Echocardiography (ICE) catheter, VeriSight Pro, in hospitals across Hong Kong, marking its first clinical use outside the US or Canada. The catheter, guided into the heart’s chambers through … Read the full press release

Philips Launches Nationwide Ambulatory Cardiac Monitoring Service in Spain

(IN BRIEF) Royal Philips has successfully introduced its ambulatory cardiac monitoring service nationwide in Spain, employing its wearable ePatch paired with the AI-driven Cardiologs analytics platform. Fourteen healthcare providers across Spain are utilizing the ePatch extended wear Holter monitors to … Read the full press release

Study Reveals Potential Transmission of Mental Disorders Within Social Networks

(IN BRIEF) A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of Helsinki, the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare, the University of Jyväskylä, and the University of Manchester suggests that mental disorders could be transmitted between individuals within social … Read the full press release

Boehringer Ingelheim and OSE Immunotherapeutics Forge New Paths in Disease Treatment Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Boehringer Ingelheim and OSE Immunotherapeutics announce a significant expansion of their partnership, introducing two novel projects to develop pioneering treatments alongside their ongoing anti-SIRPα immuno-oncology initiatives. The expansion includes broadening therapeutic evaluations to encompass cardiovascular-renal-metabolic (CRM) diseases and … Read the full press release

Roche and Amgen Collaborate on Breakthrough Lp(a) Test for Cardiovascular Disease Risk

(IN BRIEF) Roche Diagnostics has announced that its Tina-quant® lipoprotein Lp(a) RxDx assay has received Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Developed in collaboration with Amgen, this innovative test aims to identify individuals at risk … Read the full press release

AstraZeneca Unveils Groundbreaking Advances in Cancer Care at ASCO 2024

(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca is set to revolutionize cancer care with a slew of groundbreaking data presentations at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting. Over 100 abstracts will showcase 25 approved and potential new medicines, including two late-breaking … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Professors Honored with Prestigious Academy Fellowship

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool celebrates as Professor Reecha Sofat and Professor Saye Khoo are elected as Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences, recognizing their exceptional contributions to biomedical and health sciences. Professor Sofat, the first participant of … Read the full press release

Accenture Federal Services Expands Capabilities with Acquisition of Cognosante

(IN BRIEF) Accenture Federal Services has finalized its acquisition of Cognosante, a provider of digital transformation solutions for federal health, defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. With this strategic move, Accenture Federal Services aims to bolster its federal health portfolio, leveraging … Read the full press release

Fresenius AGM: Shareholders Overwhelmingly Back #FutureFresenius Agenda

(IN BRIEF) At the Annual General Meeting in Frankfurt am Main, shareholders of Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA overwhelmingly approved proposals from the General Partner and the Supervisory Board. Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Wolfgang Kirsch, commended Fresenius’ resilience amidst … Read the full press release

Philips Showcases AI-Powered Cardiac Care Solutions at Heart Rhythm Annual Meeting

(IN BRIEF) Royal Philips presents compelling retrospective study results at the Heart Rhythm Annual Meeting in Boston, showcasing the clinical and economic benefits of its AI-powered cardiac care solutions. The studies demonstrate the efficacy of Philips’ Mobile Cardiac Outpatient Telemetry … Read the full press release

Sartorius and NVIDIA Deepen Collaboration for AI-Powered Biopharma Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Sartorius, a prominent life science group, is expanding its collaboration with NVIDIA to advance the development of new therapies by integrating NVIDIA’s AI-powered computing platforms with Sartorius’ expertise in life sciences and bioprocessing. Since 2020, Sartorius has integrated … Read the full press release

Ovid NutriHealth Launches: Interdisciplinary Database for Food and Health Sciences

(IN BRIEF) Wolters Kluwer Health, in collaboration with the International Food Information Service (IFIS Publishing), has introduced Ovid NutriHealth, an exclusive interdisciplinary health research database. With over 500,000 records sourced from publishers worldwide, the platform provides comprehensive information on the … Read the full press release

NIB Commits EUR 100 Million for Modernization of Hospital Infrastructure in North Savo

(IN BRIEF) The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) has entered into an uncommitted credit facility of EUR 100 million with the Wellbeing Services County (WSC) of North Savo, Finland, marking their second loan agreement. This 20-year loan is designated for the … Read the full press release