Google continued its push into the healthcare industry in 2024, with new health system partnerships and artificial intelligence products.
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10 top causes of death in 2023: CDC
More than 3 million deaths were reported in the U.S. in 2023, with 10 leading causes accounting for more than 70.9% of all fatalities.
Amazon One Medical faces lawsuit over telehealth patient death
A family of a late California man has sued Amazon One Medical, claiming he died after a virtual healthcare visit with the company, The Washington Post reported Dec. 18.
Boston Scientific recalls catheters following 4 reported deaths
Boston Scientific has issued a recall for its POLARx Cryoablation Balloon Catheters after four deaths and seven reported injuries linked to astrio-esophageal fistulas, a severe complication during atrial fibrillation ablation procedures.
Epic's 2025 priorities
Epic’s roadmap for 2025 focuses on advancing clinician efficiency, enhancing patient empowerment and optimizing operational efficiency.
Cleveland Clinic to open 150-bed Florida hospital
Cleveland Clinic plans to open an inpatient hospital and expand outpatient services in Palm Beach, Fla.
5 ways MD Anderson supported patient experience in 2024
Houston-based University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center improved patient experience this year with five new initiatives, according to a Dec. 18 news release from the health system.
Mass General Brigham posts $72M FY24 loss; ongoing headwinds 'temper' progress: CFO
Somerville, Mass.-based Mass General Brigham reported a $72 million operating loss (-0.4% margin) for the fiscal year ending Sept 30, improving on a $48 million loss (-0.3% margin) from the previous fiscal year. The FY 2024 loss excludes $118 million i…
25 C-level job openings with HCA
HCA Healthcare, a for-profit hospital operator based in Nashville, Tenn., is seeking leaders for numerous C-suite roles at its facilities.
A historic year for pig organ transplants
2024 marked a big year for the field of xenotransplantation, with surgical teams at several health systems completing historic procedures that could pave the way for broader adoption of animal-to-human organ transplants.
