Why criminalizing medical errors is not the answer | ACR working with government to address contrast shortage

The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation released a new policy statement detailing why the criminalization of medical errors is unjust and counterproductive.
 

Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began in late February, the Yale School of Management has been tracking more than 1,200 companies that do business in Russia.

Michigan has become the 20th state to opt out from federal regulations that require physician supervision of certified registered nurse anesthetists. The move is being opposed by anesthesiologists and several other physician groups. 
 

The American College of Radiology (ACR) announced this week its government relations staff has been engaging federal agencies in an effort to improve product availability and hasten resolution of the ongoing iodine contrast shortage.

A new advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General included several recommendations for addressing burnout.

Walmart acquired the telehealth company back in May 2021. 

Drug shortages have been impacted by COVID-19, with 95% of doctors believing the pandemic exposed weaknesses in the medicine supply chain.

The device is a novel self-operated prenatal home ultrasound solution that enables pregnant women to self-scan for remote clinical assessment by their healthcare provider when the device is combined with their smartphone.

Chief equity officer and chief health equity officer are rising roles across the healthcare space. 

The case has rocked the healthcare industry and could have more implications for mistakes made by healthcare professionals in the future.