OPKO Press Release MIAMI, Aug. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OPKO Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: OPK), a multinational biopharmaceutical and diagnostics company, today announced that Jon R. Cohen, M.D., is retiring from his role as Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BioReference Laboratories and Senior Vice President and a Director of OPKO. He will remain as […]
Qualtrics Press Release PROVO, Utah & SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Qualtrics (Nasdaq: XM), the leader and creator of the experience management category, today announced that dozens of leading healthcare organizations, including Banner Health, CHRISTUS Health and University of Missouri Health Care, selected Qualtrics solutions in the second quarter of 2022 to create phenomenal experiences for patients, members, caregivers […]
A good night’s rest may be elusive at times, but the benefits of adequate sleep can go far beyond feeling rested. Insufficient sleep has been linked to both the development and management of a number of chronic diseases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC.)1 We’re breaking down the importance of habits […]
July is UV Safety Month – an excellent reminder to protect your skin from ultraviolet (UV) rays that can cause skin cancer.1 Sun safety is important year-round, but it’s especially essential in the summer when UV rays reach peak strength across the continental U.S.2 For UV Safety Month, we’re highlighting some information about skin cancer […]
From beach days to camping trips, many of us are looking forward to fun in the sun now that summer is here. But the summer season can be a host to health hazards that you’ll want to keep in mind. Consider the following tips to help you have a healthy summer. Stay Cool: Prevent Heat-Related […]
For many people, the summer season means firing up the grill. But if you’re looking forward to gathering friends and family for a summer cookout, you may want to brush up on some food allergy safety tips. 32 million Americans have food allergies – 1 in 10 adults and 1 in 3 children – according […]
On June 24, 2022, Carlos Acosta, BioReference’s Senior Director of Strategic Ventures, accepted the Healthcare Champion Advocacy Award from the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SFLHCC). Through an accomplished history across the healthcare spectrum, Carlos brings specialized expertise in providing diagnostic laboratory solutions to healthcare providers that enhance patient care – from single practitioners […]
By Devin For the second year now, our nation recognizes Juneteenth, or June 19th, as a federal holiday – as it joins the established list of federal holidays, it can be easy to overlook the cultural, historic, and symbolic significance of the day, not just for African Americans, but for all of us. Fact: The […]
By Anonymous Employee Our BioDiversity & Inclusion team is proud to accept the following contribution and share it anonymously as requested by the author. This act represents the core of what a diversity, equity and inclusion initiative is all about: sharing compassion and mutual respect for all. We are grateful to all contributors, including those […]
June is Men’s Health Month – what better time to draw attention to men’s unique risks for certain conditions, and encourage men to stay on top of their health. Leading Health Concerns for Men While many of the top health threats for men and women are similar, men hold certain unique risks like prostate cancer. […]