Kinetic Concepts, Inc. announced that it will purchase LifeCell Corporation for $1.7 billion in cash. LifeCell makes tissue repair products for use in reconstructive, urogynecologic and orthopedic surgical...
Gilead blood pressure drug falls short in trial
Dec 15, 2009
Gilead Sciences Inc. said its high blood pressure treatment candidate, darusentan, failed to meet the main goal of a late-stage clinical trial when compared to a placebo.
A company spokesman said the company...
Arkray’s blood glucose monitoring system receives government approval
Nov 05, 2009
Arkray Inc. announced that its Glucogard blood glucose monitoring system has received marketing approval from the Food and Drug Administration. The auto-coded product requires only 0.5 microliters of blood...
Diabetes patient support solution partners with Humana
Apr 26, 2017
Fit4D, which offers technology-enabled support for those with diabetes, announced a partnership with Humana Inc. on Tuesday.
A wound care assist
Mar 20, 2018
Massachusetts-based Organogenesis Inc. has announced the availability of PuraPly Antimicrobial in a new smaller 1.6 cm disc size.
RF Technologies names Paul Reynard Senior Vice President-Sales and Service
Nov 09, 2010
RF Technologies recently named Paul Reynard as Senior Vice President-Sales and Service. Reynard is a former Vice President of Sales Operations and Marketing for ArjoHuntleigh Inc. RF Technologies makes...
Samarion partnership targets better dementia care
Jul 14, 2009
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America has teamed with Samarion Inc., in an effort to improve dementia care. The partnership will integrate the AFA’s training programs with Samarion’s...
New wound care product used to reduce inflammation
Nov 04, 2014
BIOVANCE, an amniotic membrane allograft derived from a human placenta, is now available for those looking for a wound care product.
Ventas included in two benchmark lists
Sep 20, 2017
Ventas Inc. was recognized by two benchmarking organizations, the Dow Jones Sustainability™ North America Index (DJSI) and GRESB.
Omnicare and McKesson expand agreement
Nov 25, 2014
Omnicare Inc. and McKesson Corporation have signed an expanded agreement to include the sourcing and distribution of branded, specialty and generic pharmaceuticals.