"Eliminating this flexibility would significantly reduce outpatient imaging capacity, forcing many patients to seek services in hospital-based settings," the RBMA contends. 

The American College of Emergency Physicians contends the law change would restore physicians’ freedom to choose where they practice and protect their clinical autonomy. 

A report from the Guardian details how the VA removed language protecting patients from discrimination based on political affiliation and lifestyle. The department denies that there has been any actual change in policy.

There is an increased risk that these devices will not provide audible alerts for low or high blood glucose levels. The FDA has ruled that this is a Class I recall, highlighting the safety risks associated with missed alerts.

This problem doesn't just affect imaging staff but all healthcare workers, one organization cautions.

Vendor Centerline Biomedical recently initiated the action, removing certain IOPS (Intra-Operative Positioning System) Guidewires, used in vascular procedures, from the market. 

Lines included in the kits were misassembled and could result in a botched blood transfusion. Due to the risk of serious injury or death, the recall has been designated as Class I.

Endotracheal tubes inside Medline neonatal intubation kits have been deemed too narrow, putting newborn patients at risk for hypoxia. This recall has been given the most serious FDA designation due to the risk of death.