In the News: Overcoming Obstacles to Deliver Quality Care
Patient needs never stop — so despite external challenges, such as supply chain interruptions, extreme weather events, and geopolitical tensions, hospitals and healthcare organizations must find ways to deliver consistent, quality care.
In this month’s news roundup, we explore some of the issues that hospitals currently face, as well as the solutions they’re pursuing to ensure that they can continue to address patient needs.
U.S. Device Makers Call for Tax Incentives, Tariffs to Bolster Production: 4 Things to Know
The American Medical Manufacturers Association is urging lawmakers to implement policies that promote domestic medical supply production. This includes tax incentives, stricter labor and environmental standards, and higher tariffs on foreign imports. The goal is to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers and mitigate risks associated with global supply chain disruptions and ethical concerns.
Why Hospitals Still Can't Get the Supplies They Need
The healthcare supply chain remains fragile, with continuing shortages of essential medical supplies, such as IV fluids and medications. These shortages are caused by a number of factors, including natural disasters, production disruptions, and increased demand. To address these challenges, hospitals are looking for ways to strengthen their supply chain through improved coordination, increased inventory, and advanced technologies.
The Cybersecurity Risk of Healthcare AI: 6 Things to Know
Healthcare organizations are increasingly using AI — but they’re also blocking more AI activity than most other industries. This is due to concerns about data privacy and security, as well as the need to ensure the reliability and unbiasedness of AI algorithms in healthcare settings. Despite these concerns, healthcare organizations are actively engaging in AI safety initiatives and developing their own AI tools to improve patient care.
Maritime Supply Chain Disruptions: 5 Notes
The maritime supply chain, which is crucial for global trade, faces significant risks from geopolitical tensions and extreme weather events. These risks include piracy, the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, attacks in the Red Sea, and tensions in the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Disruptions like these can lead to delays, increased costs, and potential shortages of essential goods.
