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The self-described “social network for AI agents”—humans can observe but can’t chime in—launched one week ago. But Moltbook already has an awful lot of humans fussing and fighting over what it means in the grand scheme of all things AI. 

The cardiologist at the head of an influential CDC panel sees serious problems with modern vaccine policies. While many experts seem to disagree, one organization has jumped to his defense. 

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Abbott first warned the public about this problem in November. Now, for the second time in less than a month, the FDA is providing additional details. 

The annual rankings, based on survey responses and interviews, include a fresh look at some of most important tools in cardiovascular care. 

Nina Goodheart Medtronic to retire

Nina Goodheart, the president of Medtronic’s structural heart and aortic business, has announced her retirement. 

Transcatheter treatment of tricuspid valve disease has rapidly evolved over the past two years, giving physicians new tools to address a condition long considered under treated due to limited procedural options and complex anatomy. Ryan K. Kaple, MD, FACC, FSCAI, director of the structural and congenital heart program at Hackensack University Medical Center, spoke top Cardiovascular Business about recent advances and his center's real-world experience.

The interventional treatment of tricuspid valve disease has evolved in recent years thanks to new research and critical FDA approvals. Cardiologist Ryan Kaple, MD, reviewed this trend for a new video interview.

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Hawaii is the latest to introduce legislation aimed at closing coverage gaps, following similar action from Alabama, Arizona, California, Rhode Island and South Carolina. 

Solis Mammography Grant Davies

Grant Davies says he is retiring after 6 years leading the Addison, Texas-based breast imaging provider, with a former Carestream exec now taking his place. 

OmniaSecure defibrillation lead for placement within a patient’s right ventricle

Medtronic emphasized that this device should be especially valuable when treating younger patients or those with a small anatomy.

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Simple practice changes have helped Denver Health cut the time from exam order placement to initiation by about 47%. 

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Women are the fastest growing veteran segment across all military branches, and they may face unique risk factors for breast cancer related to their work. 

Sanjaya Viswamitra University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine

A professor and chief of emergency radiology for the Little Rock-based organization, Sanjaya Viswamitra, MD, has served as interim chair since August. 

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The self-described “social network for AI agents”—humans can observe but can’t chime in—launched one week ago. But Moltbook already has an awful lot of humans fussing and fighting over what it means in the grand scheme of all things AI.