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Binghamton (N.Y.) University, State University of New York students created an application that aids in reducing readmission rates, according to News-Medical.

Nano Textile developed technology that prevents bacteria growth on natural and synthetic fibers, according to a News-Medical report.

American Medical Association Executive VP and CEO James L. Madara, MD, said technological advancements may often disrupt practices, which may hinder patient outcomes and satisfaction, according to HealthCare IT News.

The Senate Labor, Health and Human Services and Education Appropriations Subcommittee passed a $161.9 billon spending bill for fiscal year 2017, according to McKnight's.

There is an industry-led effort to develop quality measures, publicly report quality data and advance quality in ambulatory surgery centers. And while quality reporting in the ASC industry is still voluntary — CMS pays for reporting, not performance — there…

The CDC reported three infants born in the United States had Zika-related birth defects, according to The Hill.

A New England Journal of Medicine study found pregnant women infected with the Zika virus in their third trimester may still give birth to infants without microcephaly, The Wall Street Journal reports.

A Journal of the American College of Surgery found disparities in post-operative management can be linked to poor recovery, quality of life and mortality outcomes, according to HealthLeaders Media.

On June 14, the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations sought public health officials' expertise on how to best allocate funds at home and abroad against the MCR-1 superbug, according to The Hill.

Affordable Care Act opposition may be blocking the opioid epidemic fight, according to Los Angeles Times.