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Global perspectives on automated mass spectrometry

Learn how labs worldwide are adopting fully automated mass spectrometry, a scalable, strategic capability for the core lab.

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Healthcare Transformers

Redesigning patient care with gestational diabetes apps

Explore the scalability of telemedicine with gestational diabetes apps that enhance patient experience.

Marcello Monesi

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Rapid algorithms and early rule-out with novel Gen 6 high-sensitivity troponin assay

Luca Koechlin, MD and Dr. Freddy Thurston reveal how the Gen 6 hs-cTnT assay could speed up MI rule-out and reduce ED overcrowding.

Luca Koechlin, Freddy Thurston

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Artificial intelligence
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Diagnosis
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Article

Global perspectives on automated mass spectrometry

Learn how labs worldwide are adopting fully automated mass spectrometry, a scalable, strategic capability for the core lab.

March 31, 2026 | 10 min read

Article

Redesigning patient care with gestational diabetes apps

Explore the scalability of telemedicine with gestational diabetes apps that enhance patient experience.

March 25, 2026 | 4 min read

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The case for value‑based healthcare

Patient outcomes are central to value-based healthcare, showing which measures matter most and how labs, reimbursement, and technology support this shift.

March 19, 2026 | 5 min read

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The role of the laboratory in guiding population health management strategies

Clinical laboratories play a crucial yet often overlooked role in delivering essential data to guide population health strategies for disease prevention.

March 16, 2026 | 5 min read

Article

Rapid algorithms and early rule-out with novel Gen 6 high-sensitivity troponin assay

Luca Koechlin, MD and Dr. Freddy Thurston reveal how the Gen 6 hs-cTnT assay could speed up MI rule-out and reduce ED overcrowding.

March 15, 2026 | 6 min read

Article

Adopting and scaling AI: Reflections for executive leaders in healthcare

Discover how healthcare leaders can overcome the challenges of scaling AI and bring truly transformational change to healthcare organizations

March 12, 2026 | 5 min read

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How chest pain algorithms can save the heart of medicine

To overcome barriers to adoption for chest pain algorithms, digital decision-support tools must prove clinical, economic, and human value.

March 5, 2026 | 4 min read

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Improving lab efficiency through data: Lessons from Argentina

Discover how LACE Laboratories optimized test validation and turnaround using analytical tools to reduce workload and improve lab efficiency.

February 25, 2026 | 5 min read

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Novel emergency medicine chest pain triage algorithm for clinical optimization

Explore how a novel chest pain triage algorithm and CDSS tools optimize emergency care by reducing timing errors and improving ESC protocol adherence.

February 23, 2026 | 3 min read

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Machine learning in healthcare

Machine learning in healthcare is driving earlier diagnoses, personalized treatments, and efficiency. Explore AI trends, key benefits, real-world examples, and strategies.

February 19, 2026 | 6 min read

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How multiplex PCR is revolutionizing DNA testing

Multiplex PCR enables simultaneous detection of multiple DNA targets, enhancing diagnostic speed, accuracy, and efficiency in clinical and research settings.

February 17, 2026 | 5 min read

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5 diagnostic innovations driving the future of patient experience

Diagnostic innovations are reshaping patient care, offering fundamentally more accessible, comfortable, personalized, and proactive testing solutions.

February 12, 2026 | 7 min read

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Bridging the gap: From clinical need to lab precision in Alzheimer's diagnosis

How biomarker-driven lab precision and clinical collaboration support earlier, more accurate Alzheimer’s diagnosis and patient care.

February 11, 2026 | 8 min read

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AI in preventive healthcare: The next generation of diagnostic intelligence

A healthcare model that provides prediction, early detection, and prevention is being powered by a new architecture of AI in preventive healthcare.

February 5, 2026 | 5 min read

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How laboratory automation can help increase efficiency and output

See how laboratory automation boosts efficiency, reduces errors, and increases output across all stages of the clinical laboratory workflow.

February 3, 2026 | 5 min read

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Updated ESC/EAS guidelines recognize Lp(a) as a key CV risk modifier

Updated guidelines recognize Lp(a) as key CV risk-enhancing factor. Prof. Kronenberg answers questions on testing, management, and global testing reimbursement.

January 27, 2026 | 3 min read

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Molecular laboratories: the laboratory trend revolutionizing healthcare delivery

The current status, future potential, and advantages of molecular laboratories. Molecular laboratories are an important laboratory trend.

January 26, 2026 | 5 min read

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Why digital inventory management matters for lab sustainability

Implementing digital lab inventory management improves sustainability by reducing waste, increasing efficiency and supporting smarter workflows.

January 21, 2026 | 5 min read

Article

Liquid biopsy: Unlocking deeper tumor insights

From uncovering the next major breakthrough to monitoring for disease progression, the Roche liquid biopsy portfolio can help make your vision of personalized patient care a reality.

January 20, 2026 | 3 min read

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Sequencing by expansion data analysis resources

January 20, 2026 | 2 min read

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The importance of quality control in laboratories

Maintaining quality control in a laboratory is crucial, not only to ensuring the accuracy of diagnostic test results but also to safeguarding patient health.

January 16, 2026 | 5 min read

Article

Elevating AMI diagnosis: A deep dive into the global TSIX study

Expert deep dive into the TSIX study program, which establishes new global benchmarks for accurate and rapid acute myocardial infarction (AMI) diagnosis.

January 16, 2026 | 3 min read

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Using fast diagnostics to improve healthcare

Fast diagnostics like point-of-care tests and rapid molecular assays are transforming healthcare by cutting lab turnaround time and enabling timely treatment.

January 14, 2026 | 5 min read

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The future of cardiology and cardiovascular disease care

Leading experts weigh in on the future of cardiology and cardiovascular care, from novel biomarkers and obesity management to holistic implementation strategies.

January 14, 2026 | 4 min read

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Top lab conferences 2026 for laboratory leaders

Explore the top lab conferences in 2026 where laboratory leaders connect around innovation, diagnostics, automation, AI, and the future of healthcare.

January 7, 2026 | 5 min read

Webinar

Roche SBX Webinar: Introduction to sequencing by expansion

Enter an entirely new space in NGS. Watch the SBX webinar to hear how our novel sequencing technology could help you uncover richer insights from every sequence

December 31, 2025 | 5 min read

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Digital labs in action: Real-world lessons in unlocking efficiency and transparency

Discover how a digital lab improves efficiency, transparency, and turnaround times through real-world workflow and data-driven insights.

December 18, 2025 | 4 min read

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Coagulation monitoring of VKA treatment and the benefits of INR self-testing

INR self-testing enables users to monitor their blood coagulation, which plays a vital role in ensuring effective treatment with anticoagulation therapy.

December 16, 2025 | 4 min read

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Comprehensive Genomic Profiling

Comprehensive genomic profiling has the ability to detect cancer mutations and alterations that can be missed by other molecular testing techniques.

December 10, 2025 | 2 min read

Article

Mycobacterium tuberculosis

Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB, TB) remains a global challenge. In 2023, it was estimated that 10.0 million people had tuberculosis, and 1.5 million died.

December 8, 2025 | 3 min read

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Top 5 healthcare leadership conferences in 2026 for C-suite and executives

The top healthcare leadership conferences in 2026 offer C-suite executives and decision-makers the opportunity to connect and collaborate.

December 5, 2025 | 4 min read

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How high-sensitivity Troponin T is reshaping ACS diagnosis and ED efficiency

December 5, 2025 | 6 min read

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Top 10 US healthcare conferences 2026

We've identified the 10 most influential U.S. healthcare conferences in 2026, premier forums where global leaders are shaping healthcare.

December 4, 2025 | 7 min read

Article

Directed evolution

Directed evolution enables improvements to be made to enzyme function so that they are optimized for use in a variety of applications.

December 4, 2025 | 2 min read

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Somatic oncology research

Roche Sample Prep Solutions provide workflows that enable high sequencing efficiency for somatic oncology research applications.

December 4, 2025 | 3 min read

Article

Future-proofing coagulation labs: The importance of digitalizing lab workflow management for data-driven diagnosis

Discover how digitalizing lab workflow mnagement can address coagulation lab staffing shortages and improve diagnostic accuracy and speed.

December 4, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Top 10 digital health conferences 2026

Check out the top ten digital healthcare conferences of 2026. Join global executives, innovators, and policymakers.

December 3, 2025 | 7 min read

Article

The Complex Biology of Cancer Mutations

Cancer mutations, including somatic mutations and germline mutations, is a complex biological process.

December 3, 2025 | 6 min read

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Top 10 global health conferences to attend in 2026

Here’s our curated list of 10 must-attend global health conferences for 2026, where strategy, science, and leadership converge.

December 2, 2025 | 6 min read

Essential Insights on Lipids, Lipoproteins, and Cardiovascular Prevention

This ASPIRE POC webinar, led by Prof. Michal Vrablik, dives into the critical role of lipids and lipoproteins as the "lowest-hanging fruit" in cardiovascular prevention.

December 2, 2025

Article

The ROI of lab automation: A guide for lab leaders on maximizing lab efficiency

Lab automation provides significant cost reduction and a strong return on investment (ROI) by minimizing labor costs, reducing error-related expenses, and providing greater lab efficiency.

November 26, 2025 | 10 min read

Article

Building the next layer of clinical AI with hybrid intelligence

The future of clinical AI lies in a "hybrid intelligence" model, pairing accountability with enhanced performance.

November 25, 2025 | 7 min read

Article

Measures to address laboratory staffing shortages are required to limit future impact

The widespread shortage of healthcare workers is not new, and its effects also present a challenge to the lab as we face a shortage of laboratory professionals.

November 19, 2025 | 7 min read

Article

Beyond the genome: Unlocking the power of next-generation sequencing (NGS)

Explore how next-generation sequencing (NGS) is helping transform lab workflows in the fields of oncology, infectious disease, and rare diseases.

November 18, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

What is CRISPR and why is it a revolutionary tool?

What is CRISPR? A guide to the crispr technology revolution. See how does crispr work, its benefits over older tools, and its potential in gene therapy

November 18, 2025 | 6 min read

Article

Insights into the global TSIX study program: An interview with Prof. Lori Daniels

Discover how the global TSIX study is setting a new standard for diagnosing acute myocardial infarction, aiming for a single, worldwide 99% URL cutoff.

November 17, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

AI in oncology: Improving tumor board workflows

Discover how Northside Hospital leverages AI in oncology for tumor board workflows, particularly to generate structured case summaries.

November 13, 2025 | 4 min read

Article

The urgent need for health technology assessment in the AI era

Structural changes, a shared language, and public-private collaboration are necessary to advance health technology assessment globally.

November 7, 2025 | 6 min read

Article

ACT Ecolabels: Solving for transparency in sustainability

ACT ecolabels are now available for cobas® molecular reagents & assays for use on cobas® 5800/6800/8800 systems and the cobas® liat system and assay portfolio.

November 5, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

How to improve turnaround time in the lab

Understanding how to calculate lab turnaround time and which strategies can improve testing processes is key to optimizing efficiency and patient care

November 4, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Impacting patient care with lab-quality rapid point of care (POC) testing for STIs

Molecular point of care (POC) testing for STIs can help improve the speed and accuracy of detecting and diagnosing and positively impact patient care.

October 29, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

New testing technologies reshaping decentralized healthcare

New technologies for decentralized healthcare are enabling access to high-quality, high-precision diagnostics with unprecedented convenience.

October 22, 2025 | 4 min read

Article

Assessing the real-world utility of automated mass spectrometry in clinical labs

A new study shows how automated lab solutions, such as mass spectrometry, boost usability and workflow, offering real benefits for lab technicians.

October 22, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Enhancing efficiency in the coagulation testing lab: Strategies for managing high workloads and improving turnaround times

Coagulation labs face challenges with turnaround time due to manual processes, and limited resources. Automation offers the promise to overcome these challenges.

October 16, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Overcoming the organizational challenges of AI in healthcare: Reflections for executive leaders

Overcoming the challenges of AI in healthcare begins with a deep understanding of an organization’s most pressing needs.

October 13, 2025 | 6 min read

Article

Expanding access to infectious diseases testing with dried blood spots and the cobas® Plasma Separation Card

Alternative sampling with dried blood spots (DBS) and the cobas® Plasma Separation Card improves access to HBV, HCV and HIV testing in resource-limited settings.

October 9, 2025 | 6 min read

Article

Dengue, climate change, and vector-borne diseases: Strategic considerations for healthcare leaders

Diagnostics are a strategic imperative for healthcare leaders dealing with the impacts of climate change and vector-borne diseases.

October 6, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

TSIX diagnostic study: Establishing a new global standard in ACS care

The TSIX study program is a global diagnostic study for a high-sensitivity troponin assay, establishing a new standard for heart attack diagnosis and ACS care.

October 6, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

How AI and machine learning are revolutionizing the laboratory

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are transforming lab-based efficiencies by enhancing diagnostics and enabling accurate predictive analytics.

October 1, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Using population health analytics to improve patient care

Population health analytics transforms patient care by identifying at-risk groups, optimizing resources, and reducing costs.

September 30, 2025 | 7 min read

Article

Multiplex testing: Solving for efficiency and efficacy

Multiplex testing detects multiple targets simultaneously, enabling diagnostic labs to operate more efficiently and sustainably.

September 30, 2025 | 3 min read

Article

Why current AI evaluation frameworks are failing healthcare

The healthcare sector urgently needs an evaluation consensus for AI evaluation frameworks in order to prevent regulatory fragmentation.

September 18, 2025 | 8 min read

Article

Impacting patient care through early disease detection with AI

Traditional healthcare focuses on treatment after symptoms appear, but early disease detection with AI can prevent many chronic conditions.

September 4, 2025 | 6 min read

Article

Wearable technology in healthcare: How recent advances are transforming patient care

The use of wearable devices in healthcare is reshaping patient care, allowing real-time monitoring and more proactive health management.

August 26, 2025 | 6 min read

Article

From assistant to collaborator: The power of agentic AI in healthcare

Agentic AI in healthcare is a different class of technology that can reshape healthcare delivery as long as human oversight remains robust.

August 20, 2025 | 7 min read

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AI in pathology: Enhancing clinical decision making

With declining numbers in the pathology workforce, AI in pathology promises to increase efficiency and boost confidence in decision-making.

August 12, 2025 | 11 min read

Article

New cancer advancements and breakthroughs to know about

Recent cancer advancements are transforming our ability to detect and treat cancer, enabling the delivery of more effective care.

August 6, 2025 | 7 min read

Article

Prioritizing the patient perspective in the diagnostic journey

Patient-centric healthcare involves the patient as an active participant at every stage of their journey could make a real difference to patients' well-being.

July 23, 2025 | 5 min read

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Driving interoperability standards in healthcare with AI

Interoperability standards in healthcare and advances in artificial intelligence are helping to make data more accessible to clinicians.

July 22, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

What is the value of an Alzheimer’s diagnosis?

Blood-based biomarker tests are a breakthrough for Alzheimer's diagnosis, enabling more effective treatment and reducing healthcare costs.

July 14, 2025 | 7 min read

Article

The value of partnering with an all-around lab service provider

Labs need more than vendors, they need partners, they need an all-around service provider that boosts resilience, efficiency, reliability, and growth.

July 14, 2025 | 5 min read

Crossing the accreditation bridge: POC testing transition from ISO 15189:2012 to 2022

Navigating the world of Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) accreditation presents unique challenges, especially with recent changes to international standards. The new, unified ISO 15189:2022 standard now fully integrates POCT, eliminating the previous dual-track system and placing a greater emphasis on governance, risk management, and traceability.

July 9, 2025

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Optimizing organ transplant care with advanced mass spectrometry

Modern laboratories are playing an essential role in monitoring the immunosuppressant drugs essential for organ transplant care.

July 8, 2025 | 4 min read

Article

Reducing human error in the coagulation lab: The role of automation in ensuring accurate diagnostic results

Running a coagulation lab requires personnel to deliver accurate results to ensure accurate diagnossis, therefore, reducing human error is imperative

July 7, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

EuroMedLab 2025: Driving operational efficiency and excellence with innovation

EuroMedLab 2025 highlighted automation and innovation as crucial for the future of modern laboratories, focusing on speed, efficiency, and standardization.

July 3, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Solving the challenges of interoperability in healthcare

Overcoming the challenges of healthcare interoperability is key to delivering integrated, data-driven care.

July 2, 2025 | 6 min read

Article

proCardio podcast series

The proCardio podcast offers an exploration of advancements in the prevention, screening, diagnosis, and implementation strategies for cardiometabolic diseases.

June 29, 2025 | 8 min read

Article

Why your lab needs a laboratory integration system

Laboratory integration systems support data-driven decision-making, reduce manual tasks, and improve safety and productivity across clinical laboratories.

June 25, 2025 | 5 min read

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The future of diabetes technology: Enhancing patient experience with predictive continuous glucose monitoring

The future of diabetes technology is AI-enabled CGM, helping people with diabetes to proactively manage their condition.

June 23, 2025 | 7 min read

White Paper

AI and the digital patient journey: What healthcare leaders said at Reuters Digital Health 2025

Reflecting on the digital patient journey, Healthcare Transformers led an interactive data gathering session with 36 healthcare leaders.

June 19, 2025 | 3 min read

Article

The economic imperative of cervical cancer elimination: A call to action for healthcare leaders

Cervical cancer elimination is an economic imperative, with early detection and prevention yielding significant returns.

June 16, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Integrating digital solutions to optimize operational efficiency and ensure precise customer billing

The Institute for Infectious Diseases in Switzerland improved operational efficiency and cost savings by integrating digital solutions for financial services.

June 16, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Leveraging mass spectrometry for accurate diagnosis of pediatric endocrine disorders

Automated mass spectrometry with its improves accuracy and accessibility can help to improve the diagnosis and management of pediatric endocrine disorders.

June 11, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Responding to healthcare demand by shifting care closer to home

Increased healthcare demand, coupled with patients as consumers, is pushing healthcare services closer to home.

June 10, 2025 | 7 min read

Article

How multiomics can be used to improve healthcare

Multiomics can offer a range of benefits to the healthcare industry, from advancing diagnostics to enabling disease prevention strategies.

June 4, 2025 | 7 min read

Article

Exploring the promise of artificial intelligence in healthcare

Applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in the healthcare sector bring new possibilities, along with the challenge of managing this change.

June 3, 2025 | 5 min read

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Implementing effective quality assurance in clinical laboratories

Maintaining quality assurance in clinical laboratories ensures the accuracy, reliability, and consistency of data, driving optimal performance.

May 29, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Reimagining patient care in the era of digital health innovation

Digital health innovation must be designed and implemented with trust, empathy, and clinician well-being in mind.

May 27, 2025 | 9 min read

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Creating sustainable labs to drive a greener future in healthcare

To achieve true environmental sustainability, labs must prioritize and continually implement sustainable practices into their workflows.

May 26, 2025 | 5 min read

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Blockchain in healthcare: Improving data security and transparency

The integration of blockchain technology in healthcare is improving data security and empowering patients to gain control of their own data.

May 21, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Sequencing by expansion: A novel approach to next generation sequencing

Sequencing by expansion (SBX) is a new next generation sequencing technology that is proving to be a critical tool for precision medicine and diagnostics.

May 20, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Looking after your personal and professional well-being

The balance between work and personal life may never be perfect, but accepting that is key to mental and professional well-being.

May 13, 2025 | 6 min read

Article

The future of cardiology: Harnessing digital innovation in emergency medicine

For the future of cardiology, AI and machine learning hold immense potential to reduce medical errors and improve patient experience.

May 6, 2025 | 6 min read

Article

The evolution of coagulation testing: Trends, challenges, and opportunities

Advances in lab automation, biomarker assays, digital connectivity solutions, and point of care have enabled more accurate and efficient coagulation testing.

May 5, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Industry-first ACT Label certification for the LightCycler® PRO system

Industry-first ACT Label certification for the LightCycler® PRO system.

May 1, 2025 | 7 min read

Article

LumiraDx training center

Instructional videos to support the proper use of the LumiraDx platform, including setup, connectivity, correct sample collection, and assay training videos.

April 30, 2025 | 4 min read

Article

Accelerating innovation with Predetermined Change Control Plans

Predetermined Change Control Plans are an emerging regulatory concept for medical devices that streamlines regulatory processes.

April 30, 2025 | 7 min read

Article

Translation medicine: Innovating to translate research into healthcare advances for all

Renmin Hospital's Translational Medicine Institute advances healthcare in China through research, innovation, and interdisciplinary cooperation.

April 30, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Public-private partnerships (PPPs) in healthcare: Lessons from the PrOSPeCT model

PPPs in healthcare can address gaps in healthcare, as showcased by the Australia-based public-private partnership model, PrOSPeCT.

April 22, 2025 | 5 min read

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Digital twins in healthcare: A new era for healthcare delivery

Digital twins in healthcare are revolutionizing the healthcare industry as we know it, especially with regard to personalized care.

April 15, 2025 | 4 min read

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Integration: How to unlock the full potential of lab innovation

Innovation alone is not enough - the lab must prioritize integration to maximize efficiency and improve patient care for future success.

April 10, 2025 | 5 min read

Integrated diagnostics: How Roche is pioneering the future

Explore how integrated diagnostics in modern healthcare uses seamless technology and data flow to enhance patient outcomes and lab operations.

April 10, 2025

Article

Managing infectious diseases with digital surveillance software

Infectious disease surveillance software is revolutionizing infection control by bringing real-time data to clinical decision-making.

April 7, 2025 | 4 min read

Embracing sustainability in healthcare

Sustainability in healthcare is not a short-term goal but a long-term commitment, it will require collaboration and commitment from the entire industry.

April 7, 2025

Article

HIMSS25: Artificial intelligence, disruptive technologies, and cybersecurity in healthcare

HIMSS25 brought together experts from across the healthcare industry to discuss topics such as artificial intelligence, disruptive technology, and cybersecurity

April 3, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Improving clinical diagnostics for the management of primary aldosteronism with mass spectrometry

Due to its high sensitivity and specificity, mass spectrometry can help improve clinical diagnosis of primary aldosteronism, which is often misdiagnosed.

April 2, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Enhancing clinical decision-making with digital innovation

Clinical decision-making algorithms can improve diagnostic accuracy, particularly electro-cardiogram interpretation and biomarker analysis.

March 31, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Progress in early cancer detection in the clinical laboratory

New biomarkers have the potential to offer better methods for early detection of cancer that can provide personalized diagnostic information.

March 28, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Transforming Patient Lives with INR Self-Testing

INR self-testing gives patients greater control to monitor their health and determine their own schedule, enhancing their quality of life.

March 25, 2025 | 3 min read

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Verifying ecological sustainability: The growing importance of third-party certification in healthcare

With the increased focus on sustainability as a business KPI, labs can demonstrate their sustainability through third-party verification such as the ACT Label.

March 24, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

The measurable impact and benefits of automation in molecular laboratories

From streamlined workflows to faster turnaround times and effortless scalability, these are just some of the benefits of automation for laboratories.

March 18, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Rising to the challenge: How Liverpool Clinical Laboratories transformed amidst the pandemic

Liverpool Clinical Laboratories recently adopted lab automation—discover their implementation process and the benefits transforming their workflow.

March 18, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Medical digital twins: Modeling healthcare from the patient to the ward

Medical digital twins can be practically implemented on multiple levels within healthcare, from the individual organ to a hospital workflow.

March 17, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Roche real-world data study shows how SARS-CoV-2 antibodies protect against COVID-19

Harnessing real-world data: Roche study reveals connection between SARS-CoV-2 antibody levels and risk of symptomatic COVID-19

March 16, 2025 | 3 min read

Article

Insights on updated accreditation guidelines ISO 15189:2022

St Martin de Porres Hospital in Taiwan, shares their insights into how their hospital’s lab is working towards implementing the updated ISO 15189 guidelines.

March 13, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Creating a culture for digital health technologies: Insights from Professor C. Michael Gibson

As digital health technologies advance rapidly, social and cultural changes are critical to ensure successful adoption and integration.

March 11, 2025 | 4 min read

Article

Advancing HPV testing and cervical cancer screening through self-collection

HPV testing through HPV self-collection helps to address social and logistical barriers to cervical cancer screening.

March 4, 2025 | 7 min read

Article

The emerging role of comprehensive genomic profiling in cancer care

Comprehensive genomic profiling (CGP) combined with targeted therapies are helping to make personalized healthcare in cancer care a reality.

March 3, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Top 10 podcasts for healthcare leaders in 2025

Stay informed and inspired with a list of the top 10 healthcare podcasts that every leader should be tuning into in 2025.

February 25, 2025 | 7 min read

Article

Patient-based real-time quality control: What does it mean for the lab

Patient-based real-time quality control is a method that utilizes real patient samples to monitor assay performance and can provide clear benefits to the lab.

February 23, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Roche’s SBX platform reaches unprecedented speeds and unlocks multi-omics integration and research

At ASHG 2025, Roche showcased the SBX technology platform’s capacity for ultra-rapid whole-genome sequencing (WGS) and its flexibility in resolving complex biological queries.

February 20, 2025 | 4 min read

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Advancing CVD Management with Digital Triage Tools in the emergency room

Experts discuss the integration of clinical decision support tools in the emergency room for improvement of cardiovascular disease triage and patient outcomes.

February 19, 2025 | 10 min read

Article

Empowering labs through self-testing initiatives

Self-testing initiatives reduce the strain on central labs, allowing them to optimize resources and focus on delivering high-quality patient care.

February 18, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Companion diagnostics in cancer care: Collaboration is key for continued innovation

The value of companion diagnostics should not be underestimated in the future of cancer care and precision medicine.

February 18, 2025 | 9 min read

Article

Top telehealth trends for 2025

Telehealth is a revolutionary part of modern medicine. Here are the key telehealth trends to watch for in 2025.

February 12, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Companion diagnostics: Essential tools for a targeted therapy approach

Companion diagnostics have helped transform the healthcare landscape by enabling targeted therapies and driving personalized healthcare intiatives.

February 9, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Cardiac biomarkers to aid in diagnosis and management in AMI and HF

Misdiagnosis of heart attacks in women can have severe long term consequences.

February 3, 2025 | 11 min read

Article

Protecting patient data privacy with enhanced data security in the lab

With cyber attacks in healthcare becoming a growing concern, labs must prioritize patient data privacy to ensure complete regulatory compliance.

February 3, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Raising the speed limit for health economics and outcomes research with AI

The “fast science” of health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) is becoming even faster through advances in AI.

January 28, 2025 | 9 min read

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Top trends for lab leaders in 2025: Innovations to watch

From an increase in automation and advances in data analytics to improved cybersecurity measures, discover the top lab trends to look out for in 2025.

January 21, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Leading by example to support employee mental health in the workplace

Leaders have a key role to play in fostering mentally healthy workplaces and improving employee mental health

January 19, 2025 | 11 min read

Article

Predetermined Change Control Plans (PCCPs): A change management solution for AI in healthcare

Predetermined Change Control Plans (PCCPs) offer a better solution to manage post-market modifications of medical devices

January 14, 2025 | 6 min read

Article

Leveraging the venous to arterial conversion (v-TAC) algorithm in blood gas testing to help improve patient care

v-TAC enhances blood gas analysis by providing accurate arterial values from venous samples and pulse oximetry, reducing invasive punctures and improving care.

January 13, 2025 | 5 min read

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Revolutionizing patient care: The power of hospital digitalization

Hospital digitalization via electronic health records, machine learning, and digital therapeutics greatly benefit hospitals.

January 7, 2025 | 5 min read

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Faster results, better care: The rising importance of point-of-care testing

Point of care testing (POCT) is no new thing. However, recent advances are delivering significant benefits to both patients and providers alike.

January 6, 2025 | 5 min read

Article

Implementing respiratory testing algorithms: Insights for diagnostic laboratories

Lab leaders must implement user-friendly respiratory testing algorithms to ensure healthcare professionals are ordering the right test at the right time.

December 20, 2024 | 5 min read

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Qualitative research in healthcare: Driving innovation in the pharmaceutical industry

Qualitative research in healthcare explores patient experiences, influencing product development and evidence generation.

December 17, 2024 | 9 min read

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Artificial intelligence in clinical decision support

The integration of artificial intelligence in clinical decision support systems is transforming healthcare by improving patient care.

December 11, 2024 | 4 min read

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Lab utilization: Striking the balance between overuse and underuse

Lab utilization interventions are crucial to not only ensuring a high level of patient care but also improving operational efficiencies.

December 9, 2024 | 5 min read

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Empowering patients in a consumer-driven healthcare system

In an increasingly consumer-driven health system, patient-centered healthcare requires transparency, accessibility, and personalized care

December 3, 2024 | 9 min read

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Making patient impact with ions: A conversation on the value of mass spectrometry

While the mass spectrometry workflow can be complex, integrating it into the lab offers significant advantages for both physicians and patients.

December 2, 2024 | 5 min read

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Growing the lab by expanding diagnostic services to boost revenue and patient-centered care

By outsourcing laboratory diagnostics and screening services, lab leaders have the opportunity to improve care within the wider healthcare community.

November 26, 2024 | 5 min read

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Top 2025 healthcare conferences for laboratory leaders

Attending conferences is one of the best way to stay on top of industry trends, and more. Check out our top list of laboratory conferences to attend in 2025.

November 20, 2024 | 5 min read

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The importance of antimicrobial stewardship in the fight against antimicrobial resistance (AMR)

Antimicrobial stewardship not only helps to prevent AMR but may also enhance patient care by educating on the optimal use of antibiotics.

November 19, 2024 | 5 min read

Using physiology-based mathematical models to calculate arterial blood gas values from venous blood

In this webinar, Prof. Rees, an expert in respiratory and critical care technology at Aalborg University, explains the limitations of VBG. Prof. Rees then introduces the venous-to-arterial blood gas conversion (v-TAC) method, which uses VBG and pulse oximetry data to calculate ABG values, eliminating the need for painful arterial sampling.

November 19, 2024

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Diagnostic stewardship: The role of the lab in antimicrobial resistance (AMR)

Advocating for diagnostic stewardship can help in the fight against AMR, by driving the appropriate use of diagnostics to guide antimicrobial treatment.

November 18, 2024 | 5 min read

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The rise of virtual reality in healthcare: From therapy to training

Virtual reality (VR) is revolutionizing healthcare by enhancing surgical techniques, medical training, and patient care management

November 13, 2024 | 6 min read

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Heart failure screening in people with diabetes: How labs can impact patient care

Routine screening is key for identifying heart failure risk in people with diabetes, now lab leaders have the opportunity to directly impact patient care.

November 13, 2024 | 5 min read

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Benefits of mass spectrometry in monitoring immunosuppressive drugs for organ transplants

Mass spectrometry brings multiple benefits in the space of therapeutic drug monitoring of ISDs due to its high accuracy, specificity, and sensitivity.

November 11, 2024 | 5 min read

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Addressing healthcare challenges and improving patient care with secure communication

The lack of secure, healthcare-specific communication tools can create significant challenges in patient data-sharing.

November 5, 2024 | 7 min read

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Unlocking new possibilities for better patient care with artificial intelligence

Integrated artificial intelligence (AI) in the laboratory has the potential to change the way it operates and help improve patient care.

October 28, 2024 | 5 min read

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Unlocking the power of unstructured data in healthcare: How NLP is transforming patient care

NLP is transforming healthcare by converting unstructured data from EHRs into actionable insights and enhancing patient care.

October 24, 2024 | 8 min read

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Improving access and patient outcomes for sexually transmitted infections in the US

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are extremely common; therefore, we must enhance access to STI testing to help reduce their prevalence.

October 20, 2024 | 5 min read

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Advancing point of care testing for respiratory viruses: A post pandemic perspective

Point of care testing offers fast and reliable results at the site of patient care, which offers huge benefits in the testing for respiratory viruses.

October 15, 2024 | 5 min read

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Bioinformatics in personalized medicine: Providing tailored healthcare

Bioinformatics in personalized medicine enables the analysis of huge datasets and the development of customized patient treatment plans.

October 15, 2024 | 5 min read

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Technological advances in healthcare: Medical innovations transforming diagnostics and patient management

From AI to 3D printing, there have been a number of technological advances in healthcare over recent years.

October 8, 2024 | 8 min read

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The lab at the forefront: How new healthcare technologies impact diagnostics

Laboratories drive innovation. Learn how new technology in the healthcare industry is impacting medical diagnostics and why labs are leading this transition.

October 8, 2024 | 5 min read

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The importance of partnerships for clinical strength in digital health

Partnerships, particularly with pharmaceutical companies, are crucial for digital health ventures to establish clinical strength and evidence.

October 1, 2024 | 7 min read

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The powerful possibilities of artificial intelligence for sepsis diagnosis

Utilizing artificial intelligence for sepsis diagnosis offers the potential to empower clinicians and help early detection, and improve patient care.

September 30, 2024 | 5 min read

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Implementation of CVD risk assessment in people with diabetes in India

Discover how the global TSIX study is setting a new standard for diagnosing acute myocardial infarction, aiming for a single, worldwide 99% URL cutoff.

September 25, 2024 | 11 min read

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The importance of policy reform for cardiovascular disease management

World Heart Day takes place every year to encourage people around the world to look after their heart health and executives must too.

September 25, 2024 | 10 min read

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The future of NT-proBNP in early identification of HFpEF

In this insightful interview, Dr. Vaduganathan highlights the value of biomarkers like NT-proBNP for the diagnosis of HFpEF.

September 24, 2024 | 12 min read

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Mass spectrometry: A precision approach for vitamin D testing

Utilizing mass spectrometry in vitamin D testing provides more accurate measurements which supports important diagnostic and therapeutic decision making.

September 24, 2024 | 5 min read

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Cloud technology in healthcare: A transformative solution for patients and providers

Cloud technology in healthcare can offer organizations reduced costs, enhanced collaboration, and improved patient care.

September 18, 2024 | 6 min read

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Respiratory infections: Flexibility is key to managing increased seasonal testing burdens

Implementing multiplex testing can help manage the increased seasonal testing burden and the challenges associated with diagnosing respiratory infections.

September 18, 2024 | 5 min read

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Ensuring laboratory safety: Essential rules and practices

Safety first! Discover some essential laboratory safety practices to create a secure and healthy laboratory environment for you and your team.

September 16, 2024 | 5 min read

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Answering the digital health evidence gap with clinical simulation

Clinical simulation bridges the digital health evidence gap by allowing for the assessment of new technologies

September 3, 2024 | 6 min read

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AI in precision oncology: Digital solutions for cancer care

AI in precision oncology is unlocking new possibilities for cancer care and clinical trial recruitment, providing new pathways for patients.

August 29, 2024 | 5 min read

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7 book recommendations to help you navigate the world of AI

Our list of 7 top book recommendations aims to help healthcare leaders navigate the world of artificial intelligence (AI)

August 21, 2024 | 7 min read

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The rise of smart labs: The importance of automation in clinical laboratories

Automation in clinical laboratories is reshaping diagnostics. Find out how these advancements are driving efficiency and improving healthcare delivery.

August 20, 2024 | 5 min read

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The importance of preventive and predictive healthcare — Now and in the future

The importance of preventive healthcare and the rise of predictive analytics is creating a paradigm shift within the healthcare industry.

August 14, 2024 | 7 min read

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Rapid point of care (POC) testing for STIs: Advancing care and improving clinical workflow

Recent advances in rapid point of care STI testing provide an opportunity to improve turnaround time and patient care.

August 12, 2024 | 5 min read

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Diagnosing sexually transmitted infections with point of care testing

Recent advancements in molecular POC testing, includes rapid STI testing which helps support improved patient care and public health benefits.

August 7, 2024 | 6 min read

Embracing sustainability through innovative packaging solutions

August 5, 2024

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Leveraging digital sample tracking and robotics to improve laboratory processes

Artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and robotics can help the laboratory improve processes and help provide test results quicker and more efficiently.

July 29, 2024 | 5 min read

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Build, Prove, Launch: Facilitating better digital health evidence generation

Applying a strategic approach to digital health research supports effective product design and efficient evidence generation.

July 23, 2024 | 8 min read

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Navigating healthcare digitalization and its impact on the patient journey

The digitalization of healthcare can positively impact patient care, disconnected and incompatible systems, continue to be a major challenge.

July 9, 2024 | 5 min read

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The value of partnerships for healthcare financing: 5 lessons learned

Partnerships, shared goals, measurable impact, local ownership, and adaptability are key for healthcare financing initiatives to succeed.

July 2, 2024 | 10 min read

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5 big questions facing healthcare innovation

We collected our subscriber's questions facing the future of healthcare innovations and technology and asked an expert panel to answer them

June 26, 2024 | 8 min read

Advances in STI Testing: Exploring the potential of mPOC solutions

Dr. Rebecca Lillis, a renowned expert in infectious diseases, shares her insight on the benefits of Molecular Point-of-Care (mPOC) testing for STIs (sexually transmitted infections). This technology brings precise lab-quality diagnostics directly to the point of care, significantly improving the speed and accuracy of STI diagnoses.

June 26, 2024

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Harnessing technology to solve staffing shortages in healthcare

Harnessing technology is key to resolving the imbalance between recruitment and retention resulting in global healthcare staffing problems.

June 19, 2024 | 6 min read

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How cloud technologies can improve healthcare by enabling cross-border data flows

Cross-border data flows are important to healthcare in many ways but there are current challenges that restrict access and sharing of data

June 16, 2024 | 7 min read

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Implementation of a chronic disease management programme in primary care in Ireland

NT-proBNP helps the evaluation of subclinical heart failure in patients living with T2D

June 6, 2024 | 10 min read

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Go green, go efficient: Sustainable laboratory practices

With the global threat of climate change, implementing sustainable laboratory practices will help organizations reduce emissions and operate more efficiently.

June 5, 2024 | 5 min read

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Transforming patient care: The power of digital health apps

Digital health apps are putting patients at the center of care, enhancing accessibility, and improving overall patient experience and care.

June 4, 2024 | 6 min read

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Uniting healthcare toward environmental responsibility: A call for collaborative product stewardship

The role of product stewardship is becoming increasingly important for driving forward product sustainability efforts in healthcare

May 28, 2024 | 10 min read

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The essential attributes for lab leaders leading digital transformation

Leading digital transformation successfully requires lab leaders to possess key attributes that empower their teams through technological changes.

May 28, 2024 | 5 min read

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Hospital at home: Why a communication platform is key

Hospital in the home is a well establish care model but with out reliable connectivity or communication platform, the model is limited.

May 14, 2024 | 8 min read

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Standardization of clinical mass spectrometry: Impacting the healthcare industry

May 11, 2024 | 8 min read

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Patient-generated health data: The key to the future of medicine

Empowering patients with their data, merging it with physicians' insights, and enabling patient-researcher data sharing is key for the future

May 7, 2024 | 10 min read

The big picture of rapid blood culture identification

Discussing about the studies performed using the trio of cobas eplex® blood culture identification panels for detection of bloodstream infections caused by gram-negative, gram-positive, and fungal pathogens.

April 30, 2024

Improving efficiency and patient care with the cobas® eplex software

Supporting the diverse and dynamic needs of laboratory and healthcare systems.

April 30, 2024

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Mental health in the workplace: The role of the employee

Every employee of an organization plays a role in promoting and encouraging positive mental health awareness at work.

April 30, 2024 | 11 min read

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Real-Time PCR testing for molecular diagnostics

The PCR Ecosystem from Roche - streamline molecular testing with a comprehensive portfolio of real-time PCR solutions for all molecular testing labs

April 25, 2024 | 7 min read

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Sustainability in healthcare: Investing today for a healthier tomorrow

In light of the threat from climate change, the healthcare industry must look to prioritize sustainability to help improve system outcomes.

April 23, 2024 | 7 min read

Addressing common sources of medical error using the cobas® eplex system

The unique solutions on the cobas® eplex system help to improve patient safety across the pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical phases of the diagnostic process.

April 23, 2024

cobas® eplex system resource center

Resource center for respiratory infections, and bloodstream infections related to the cobas® eplex system, cobas® eplex BCID and cobas® eplex RP2 panels.

April 22, 2024

Multiplex testing technology

Enabling technologies behind multiplex molecular testing.

April 22, 2024

Current landscape in Anticoagulation Management and long-term therapy with Vitamin K Antagonists (VKAs)

Dr. Nierman begins this webinar with an introduction to thrombosis and the different lines of available treatment, before diving into Vitamin K Antagonists (VKAs).

April 19, 2024

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Standardization of laboratory systems and the benefits for stakeholders

Standardization of testing across laboratory sites, each with its own requirements, can be a huge undertaking but will bring benefits to many stakeholders.

April 14, 2024 | 5 min read

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Female leaders in healthcare: Breaking down barriers for women's health

Women continue to face healthcare challenges that can create barriers to the progression of female leaders.

April 9, 2024 | 7 min read

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The integration of diagnostics and technology: Insights from global healthcare leaders

Novel technologies such as automation and robotics, digital pathology, big data and analytics are shifting laboratory medicine and the diagnostic landscape.

April 7, 2024 | 5 min read

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Use of high-sensitivity cardiac Troponin in rapid rule-out pathways for acute myocardial infarction (AMI)

Prof. Sandoval discusses the use of high-sensitivity cardiac troponin for acute myocardial infarction diagnosis.

April 2, 2024 | 11 min read

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Harnessing digital solutions to reduce pre-analytical errors in medical laboratories

Digital sample tracking can help reduce pre-analytical errors in the lab, saving costs for lab managers and helping streamline patient sample monitoring.

April 2, 2024 | 5 min read

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The value of comprehensive syndromic panels for bloodstream infections

Syndromic panels may offer a better prognosis for patients, increased hospital cost savings, and help address the AMR crisis.

April 2, 2024 | 4 min read

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Uncovering the value of syndromic testing for respiratory infections

Syndromic testing provides quick, and reliable results for rapid diagnosis and faster, more targeted treatment, which is crucial for respiratory infections.

March 24, 2024 | 5 min read

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The crucial role of testing algorithms in the diagnosis of infectious diseases

Explore the world of infectious diseases through the Interactive Infectious Diseases Testing Guide

March 14, 2024 | 5 min read

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The role of digital screening solutions for cervical cancer

Enhancing cervical cancer screening with digital tools to leverage patient data can drive improvements in patient care.

March 12, 2024 | 6 min read

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The prospects of clinical mass spectrometry: A case study from Singapore General Hospital

Singapore General Hospital successfully implemented clinical mass spectrometry into their laboratory, bringing many benefits but not without some challenges too.

March 10, 2024 | 5 min read

Exploring the Medical Value of Point-of-Care CRP Testing

In this engaging and informative podcast episode, Dr. Jan Verbakel discusses the medical value of point-of-care (POC) C-reactive protein (CRP) testing. The podcast covers a range of important topics, such as the significance of CRP as a biomarker, the role of POC CRP testing in antibiotic stewardship, potential use of POC CRP testing in primary and ambulatory care, and the impact on patient care and outcomes.

March 6, 2024

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Prioritizing collaboration and long-term partnership in the RFP process

For healthcare labs it's important to have a long-term, collaborative and innovative partnership with their vendor, this can be assessed during the RFP process.

March 5, 2024 | 5 min read

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Building the clinical lab of the future with complementing technologies

Integrating mass spec in the lab of the future, will broaden diagnostics offerings as it complements existing technologies, and offers more precise results.

February 29, 2024 | 5 min read

Hematopathology IHC/ISH solutions

Powerful IHC tools that help pathologists with hematopathology diagnostics.

February 26, 2024

Breast cancer IHC/ISH portfolio

February 26, 2024

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Multiomics and digital biomic solutions in cancer care

Leveraging multiomic and digital biomic tech in healthcare will play a key role in unlocking potential and enhancing healthcare decisions.

February 14, 2024 | 6 min read

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Labacoeconomics™: Expanding the role of clinical laboratories in value-based healthcare

Using Labacoeconomics to optimize clinical laboratory testing practises can help expand the labs role in delivering the value in value-based care.

February 8, 2024 | 5 min read

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How Nigeria’s fresh approach to data collection could uncover key health insights

Nigeria is trialing new data collection methods to track patient behaviors and disease prevalence to improve their primary healthcare system.

February 7, 2024 | 4 min read

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Sex-specific differences in heart failure

Prof. Lau comments on the fundamental differences in men and women with heart failure.

January 31, 2024 | 10 min read

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Not all digital health tools are created equal: The reality of digitalization in healthcare

Digitalization of healthcare is crucial, therefore we need to ensure that digital health tools are created with the end-user in mind

January 30, 2024 | 8 min read

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The future of the FemTech market

The FemTech market is forecast to grow significantly in the coming year, as new innovative products are launched to improve women's health

January 23, 2024 | 7 min read

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Streamlining laboratory workflows: Strategies for lab leaders

Labs today are being put under more pressure to do more with less, to overcome these challenges lab leaders should look to streamlining workflows.

January 8, 2024 | 5 min read

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Why healthcare organizations have a role to play in promoting health literacy and shared decision-making

The WHO has emphasized the importance of health literacy and has called for involving patients in decision making

January 2, 2024 | 8 min read

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Hospitals are moving into private homes – are homes and patients ready?

The Hospitals in the Home care model is becoming more popular due to rising healthcare costs, workforce shortages and digital health advances

December 19, 2023 | 8 min read

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Survey insights: 8 ways lab leaders can improve digital health solution adoption

Digital health solution adoption can help to streamline day-to-day operations of laboratories, but there are currently barriers to implementing digital health.

December 6, 2023 | 5 min read

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Does size matter? Key considerations for optimizing your lab design with limited space

Using modern lab design, collaborative approaches and digital transformation can help to maximize the efficiency and utilization of your lab space.

November 20, 2023 | 5 min read

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Heart failure screening in people with diabetes: clinical implementation in the US

Prof. Pop-Busui presents a clinical implementation strategy for heart failure screening in diabetic patients in the US.

November 19, 2023 | 12 min read

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Mass spectrometry in the lab: Improving consistency in patient results

Mass spectrometry in the lab offers the potential for a larger-scale and more reliable tool, which can help improve consistency in patient results.

November 13, 2023 | 5 min read

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How endometriosis research could shine a light on other diseases

Endometriosis research and diagnostics advances could help women as well as men and women with immunological conditions

October 25, 2023 | 9 min read

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Moving towards a digital laboratory to improve quality and efficiency

There are many digital technologies available today that can help clinical labs overcome many of the efficiency challenges they face today.

October 23, 2023 | 5 min read

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In focus: The global digital pathology market

The global digital pathology market is growing due to advantages offered by digital pathology and the increasing prevalence of chronic disease.

October 23, 2023 | 6 min read

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Digital decision support tools and disease management solutions

Dr. Pleihuijs comments on key considerations when developing digital decision support tools in cardiovascular care

October 22, 2023 | 9 min read

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The evolving landscape of clinical trials: Using technology to enhance patient and HCP involvement

The future of clinical trials is remote and decentralized trials, they are helping bridge the gap between healthcare delivery and research.

October 17, 2023 | 7 min read

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Why you should be using in vitro diagnostic (IVD) tests over laboratory-developed tests (LDT)

IVD tests, approved by regulatory bodies and widely used, offer a safer and more reliable diagnostic option compared to LDTs.

September 28, 2023 | 5 min read

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The digital transformation of pathology: How computational pathology can impact patient care

The integration of digital computation technology, including AI and data analytics, is revolutionizing the field of pathology and impacting patient care.

September 28, 2023 | 5 min read

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Moving clinical diagnostics forward with mass spectrometry

Mass spectrometry could become widely adopted in clinical diagnostics if the issues with costs, personnel training, and workflow automation are addressed.

September 19, 2023 | 5 min read

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How healthcare informatics are aiding personalized and proactive monitoring of heart failure

Using healthcare informatics when monitoring heart failure may result in earlier warnings of deterioration and could reduce hospitalization

September 13, 2023 | 7 min read

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The unsung heroes: How laboratories are crucial in early diagnosis of sepsis

Lab professionals are vital to the early detection of sepesis using their specialized skills and technologies to identify it's presence within the body.

September 11, 2023 | 5 min read

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STRONG-HF: Addressing the urgency of rapid GDMT up-titration in heart failure

Prof. Mebazaa summarises the results of the STRONG-HF trial that showed the benefit of rapid up-titration of GDMT in patients with an acute HF episode.

August 31, 2023 | 11 min read

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Patient empowerment: The key to harvesting real world data

Patient empowerment is the key to data-driven healthcare, especially in personalized healthcare and driving clinical advancements.

August 22, 2023 | 9 min read

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Revolutionizing the clinical lab with mass spectrometry

Mass spectrometry offers better sensitivity and specificity for identifying molecular structure and chemical composition compared to traditional methods.

August 14, 2023 | 5 min read

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WHF Roadmap for digital health interventions in cardiology

Summary of the potential of digital health interventions and barriers and solutions for successful implementation

July 30, 2023 | 13 min read

Article

Advances in digital technology mean point of care testing and smart labs are more connected than ever

Advances in point of care technologies and connected Smart Labs are providing physicians and patients with greater insights.

July 24, 2023 | 5 min read

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STRONG-HF: the biomarker-led post-acute heart failure treatment strategy you might have been waiting for¹

After enrolling more than 1000 patients, the data and safety monitoring board of the study recommended early termination of the study because of greater than expected between-group differences.

July 23, 2023 | 5 min read

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The emerging importance of the pre-pre-analytical phase in reducing testing errors and improving patient safety

To help improve patient safety, labs must work together in the so-called pre-pre-analytical phase to improve sample tracking and reduce testing errors

July 17, 2023 | 5 min read

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Innovating in healthcare: Best practices

Explore some of the best practices in healthcare innovation that are transforming the industry and delivering better outcomes for patients.

July 5, 2023 | 9 min read

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How digital technologies can help achieve operational excellence in the lab

Achieving operational excellence in healthcare is not easy, but embracing digital technologies to improve lab operations is the first step in the journey..

July 3, 2023 | 5 min read

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The 2022 ESC guidelines on cardio-oncology - insights from Dr. Ninian Lang

Dr. Lang explains the importance of risk stratification and screening before, during and after cancer therapy to detect cardiovascular complications.

June 28, 2023 | 13 min read

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Coagulation self-monitoring with CoaguChek®

Coagulation self-testing is an important step in improving time in therapeutic range and reducing complications.

June 24, 2023 | 5 min read

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Compare CoaguChek devices

Compare INR testers for home use - learn about available CoaguChek® systems which give you results in less than a minute.

June 24, 2023 | 5 min read

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Firmware update

Instructions and downloads for CoaguChek INRange and CoaguChek Vantus (US only) firmware updates.

June 24, 2023 | 2 min read

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Digital transformation: 6 technologies impacting the future of lab diagnostics

Digital technologies have the power to overcome many challenges the healthcare system is facing and will help to shape the future of lab diagnostics.

June 19, 2023 | 5 min read

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Strategies for successful quality management within the laboratory

For laboratories to provide accurate, consistent, and timely results, leaders should prioritise successful quality management within their labs.

June 12, 2023 | 5 min read

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Laboratory quality and efficiency best practices for optimal performance

In order for labs to ensure optimal performance, leaders should look to implement the following laboratory quality and efficiency best practices.

May 29, 2023 | 5 min read

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Population health management strategies for optimal lab workflow and healthcare quality

Lab leaders must maintain gold standards for supporting population health management by ensuring quality assurance, workflow standardization, and data analytics.

May 18, 2023 | 5 min read

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Breaking barriers to precision oncology implementation with digital solutions

Breaking barriers in precision oncology with integrated digital solutions that empower clinicians and standardize care.

May 17, 2023 | 13 min read

Global surveillance program

Learn about our unique commitment to the researchers, physicians, and patients working to fight disease and maintain health around the world.

May 16, 2023

Point of Care Troponin as a decision aid in the prehospital setting - Jacob Thorsted Sørensen

Is Point of Care Troponin key to unlocking more efficient care for Acute Coronary Syndrome?

May 12, 2023

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Using AI in cardiology for cardiovascular disease prevention

Lark's Heart Health AI-powered program helps with cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention and management. Read the case study to learn more.

May 10, 2023 | 9 min read

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The 6 key areas of success for excellent lab leadership

Lab leaders require a specific skills to demonstrate effective lab leadership. To ultimately ensure their labs and their team work efficiently and productively.

April 20, 2023 | 5 min read

Article

Clinical simulation for digital health solutions

There is a gap in evidence generation for digital health solutions, but the use of clinical simulation may be a way to help overcome it.

April 11, 2023 | 7 min read

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Unlocking the potential of point of care testing

Advancements in technology will allow POC testing to help improve operational efficiencies and patient care.

April 4, 2023 | 5 min read

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New approaches to evaluate digital solutions with clinical value

Companies need to cultivate innovative evidence generation culture in order to develop quality digital health solutions.

March 29, 2023 | 5 min read

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The 4 key steps to preventing healthcare administrator burnout

Burnout is a critical issue within healthcare, therefore it is essential to take steps to preventing burnout before it becomes an issue.

March 22, 2023 | 5 min read

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Evidence generation for digital health solutions

Evidence generation is needed for digital health to be able to provide safe, effective, and impactful solutions.

March 14, 2023 | 5 min read

10 reasons the PD-L1 biomarker is transforming tumour testing

Learn why the VENTANA PD-L1 (SP263) Assay is transforming the way we diagnose cancer.

March 6, 2023

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How AI-driven digital biomarkers are redefining diagnostics

Digital biomarkers play an increasing important role in diagnostics and prognostics and as a result can be used to improve patient health.

March 2, 2023 | 12 min read

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The changing landscape of COVID-19 testing – the potential of T-cell response monitoring

Understanding of the immunologic responses in the populations at risk for severe COVID-19 is central to making better informed decisions on COVID-19 management.

February 21, 2023 | 4 min read

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Improving access and sustainability of digital health solutions in Africa

Digital solutions offer to bridge the healthcare access gap in Africa, but you must work within the limits of the infrastructure available.

February 21, 2023 | 8 min read

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Hours of work-away time with automated workflow

Laboratories located around the world are embracing innovation and introducing fully automated pre-analytical systems to their molecular workflow.

February 8, 2023 | 5 min read

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Value-based purchasing in healthcare: The next frontier

As healthcare moves to a more patient-centric and value-driven delivery model, a shift toward value-based purchasing in healthcare emerges.

February 8, 2023 | 8 min read

HbA1c Point of Care testing: is it good enough for clinical practice? - Erna Lenters-Westra

Value in clinical practice: HbA1c Point of Care Testing (POCT) for better diabetes care

February 6, 2023

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Digital biomarkers: The future of healthcare

Digital biomarkers offer a host of advantages to measure our health over molecular biomarkers and will help influence the future of healthcare

February 1, 2023 | 6 min read

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Educational videos about Heart Failure as a complication of diabetes with patient case

Learn about the management of HF as a complication of T2D and the collaborative approach between a cardiologist and a diabetologist

January 28, 2023 | 12 min read

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Evaluating digital health solutions: How to know which solutions will bring value to your organization?

Join Dr. Simon Mathews as he takes us on a deep dive into how to best evaluate digital health solutions for your organization.

January 26, 2023 | 7 min read

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Combating staff shortages in healthcare with digital solutions

Worldwide we are facing severe staffing shortages in healthcare, digital health solutions may be able to alleviate these shortages.

January 22, 2023 | 10 min read

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Mastering the art of storytelling in healthcare for success

Storytelling in healthcare is a key skill when it comes to transforming healthcare, however many stakeholders highlight this as an issue.

January 16, 2023 | 10 min read

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The role of clinical decision support systems (CDSS) in delivering value-based healthcare

Clinical decision support systems (CDSS) can be used to support the delivery of value-based healthcare in many ways.

November 1, 2022 | 7 min read

Setting up a POC testing workflow and Guidelines - Nisarat Opartkiattikul

Implementing a Point of Care Testing (POCT) workflow in Thailand

October 31, 2022

Egypt’s Road to Eliminating Hepatitis C Virus Infection - A Story of Success

Through its Global Access Program, Roche worked with Egypt’s government officials and healthcare agencies to provide the country with robust and dependable HCV diagnostic solutions to help Egypt manage and achieve its ambitious goal.

October 3, 2022

Five reasons why our HER2 (4B5) assay continues to be the trusted diagnostic assay of choice

Roche’s portfolio of immunohistochemisty (IHC) and in situ hybridization (ISH) breast cancer diagnostic assays provide high sensitivity, specificity and consistency.

September 29, 2022

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Future trends in clinical decision support systems (CDSS)

Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSSs) are revolutionizing patient and chronic disease management and can be deployed across many fields.

September 20, 2022 | 9 min read

The future of decentralised healthcare and diagnostics - Tony Cambridge

How lessons learned during the pandemic could shape the future of healthcare

August 12, 2022

POC implementation: Do’s and Dont’s. Report from Latin America - Guzmán & Gutiérrez

Implementing Point of Care Testing. Key insights from two hospitals in Latin America

August 12, 2022

POCT blood glucose results: learnings from millions of tests - Li Xiaobo

The value of Point of Care Testing. Could connected glucose monitoring deliver better treatment for patients?

August 12, 2022

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Real-world examples of value-based healthcare transforming care delivery

Discover how to deliver higher-quality care at lower costs with our free ebook: 9 value-based healthcare examples transforming care delivery.

August 9, 2022 | 5 min read

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5 key strategic elements for innovative partnerships in healthcare

Sustainable healthcare innovation can only be achieved through collaborations and new types of partnership models.

August 3, 2022 | 10 min read

At-home testing model: Our future depends on now - Elsie Yu

2030: A glimpse into the future of at-home testing

July 18, 2022

Better Antibiotic Stewardship in Primary Care - Rogier Hopstaken

How can GPs become better antibiotic stewards?

July 18, 2022

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The evolution to digital pathology

What to look for and avoid in choosing a whole-slide imaging slide scanner.

July 5, 2022 | 7 min read

How can an advanced, automated slide staining system improve efficiency and lab sustainability?

Improving operational efficiencies as well as reducing workflow demands with advanced systems helps free up staff for other, more critical tasks.

June 29, 2022

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Continuous health monitoring: How vital data can lead to preventative care

Digital health technologies and vital data capturing has the potential to bring continuous health monitoring to patients.

June 15, 2022 | 10 min read

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HER2: Expressing potential beyond breast cancer

Reignited interest in the potential of HER2-related applications stems, of course, from the impact of its ground-breaking beginnings.

May 25, 2022 | 7 min read

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Addressing the nursing shortage: Alleviating burnout and improving nurse satisfaction

To eliminate the global nursing shortage leaders must address the burnout challenge, show appreciation and begin building a healthy culture.

January 25, 2022 | 8 min read

The 4 most relevant use cases: SARS-CoV-2 & Flu A/B Rapid Antigen Test

The 4 most relevant use cases you need to know about when testing for COVID-19 and Influenza A/B with the SARS-CoV-2 & Flu A/B Rapid Antigen Test.

January 24, 2022

Global Access Program - HIV

Join the leading provider of HIV viral load testing as it expands access to diagnostic testing for countries hardest hit by HIV.

December 11, 2021

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Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Staphylococcus aureus (SA)

Staphylococcus aureus (SA) and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections burden the healthcare system.

December 6, 2021 | 6 min read

eBook

Diagnostics in the spotlight: Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic

COVID-19 highlights the need for high diagnostic quality. Learn more about the value of IVDs and how to improve healthcare post-pandemic.

November 16, 2021 | 4 min read

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Moving patient outcomes to the center: The case for value-based healthcare

The “value” in value-based healthcare is about focusing on improving patient health outcomes throughout the entire patient journey.

June 23, 2021 | 6 min read

Innovation in PCR

PCR has become an indispensable tool for many applications in scientific research and clinical investigations due to the continuous development of the ecosystem surrounding the technology.

February 25, 2021

Dermatopathology IHC/ISH solutions

Powerful IHC portfolio with tools that help pathologists with dermatopathology diagnostics from Roche.

February 18, 2021

How to gain a competitive advantage through environmental sustainability

The importance of environmental sustainability and the value of implementing strategies that seek long-term rewards and benefits

February 11, 2021

Leveraging the lab to successfully transform healthcare

Re-evaluating the lab as a trusted partner to help overcome top challenges

February 10, 2021

How to ensure timely, accurate results with your next analyzer purchase

Reliable and fast results enable improved patient outcomes and satisfaction

February 9, 2021

Keeping your team engaged by implementing time-saving technologies

The benefits of high employee engagement

February 9, 2021

Global Access Program - Tuberculosis

Take aim at tuberculosis. The leading killer of HIV-positive people, Roche is committed to working towards the WHO road map to stop this challenging infection.

February 8, 2021

How to deliver more value-based lab services in the space you have available

Taking advantage of the lab’s unique position to improve healthcare delivery

February 7, 2021

Article

What is PCR?

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR), one of the most important scientific advances of the 20th century, is an efficient and cost-effective way to copy or “amplify” small segments of DNA or RNA.

February 5, 2021 | 5 min read

Article

Digital Pathology emerges as vital technology at Spain’s Hospital del Mar

Hospital del Mar, one of the first hospitals in Spain to adopt digital pathology, has relied on Roche Tissue Diagnostics instruments for more than a decade. One of the first hospitals in Spain to adopt digital pathology has relied on Roche Tissue Diagnostics instruments for more than a decade.

February 3, 2021 | 8 min read

Lung cancer patient "going for the cure"

Amanda, a young mom with ALK-positive lung cancer, talks about the importance of biomarker testing and raising money for research for a cure.

November 22, 2020

Celebrating over 50 years of Combur-Test® strip technology from Roche

Urine remains a key indicator of many diseases such as urinary tract infection and kidney disease.

August 27, 2020

Digital technologies are accelerating change in healthcare

Let’s meet the future together through dialogue and partnership

July 28, 2020

Article

The tumor microenvironment

The tumor microenvironment plays a key role in tumor progression.

July 16, 2020 | 4 min read

HIV/AIDS tests for Early Infant Diagnosis in South Africa

HIV transmission and guidelines for screening

May 7, 2020

Fighting the HIV epidemic in Nigeria

Through partnerships with national governments, local healthcare facilities, communities and international agencies, the Roche Global Access Program launched in 2014 with the hopes to provide universal access to reliable HIV diagnostic tools in countries with the highest disease burden.

March 26, 2020

Indications for warfarin therapy and PT/INR testing

Indications for warfarin therapy and PT/INR testing.

January 30, 2020

Patient INR self-testing

Empower and give freedom to your patients with patient INR self-testing.

January 30, 2020

A brief discussion of prothrombin time

A review of Prothrombin Time and INR.

January 30, 2020

Point of care INR testing

Discover the advantages of point of care testing for your patients and your practice.

January 30, 2020

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Lab standardization: what is it and what are its benefits?

Lab standardization can mean different things to different people. Here's a look at what standardization entails—and some of the many benefits it creates.

September 7, 2019 | 5 min read

Article

Is the cost of poor quality impacting your healthcare organization?

The cost of poor quality (CoPQ) can be damaging to a healthcare organization. Learn 4 key steps to improve patient and business outcomes.

July 22, 2019 | 6 min read

Global Access Program

Working hand in hand to provide innovative diagnostic solutions to those who need it most.

July 22, 2019

Global Access Program - Cervical Cancer

Making screening for high-risk HPV available to women in greatest need.

July 20, 2019

Tissue diagnostics in lung cancer

Roche VENTANA IHC diagnostic assays that deliver high sensitivity and specificity to aid pathologists with lung cancer diagnoses.

May 8, 2019

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