The conference kicked off with three late-breaking studies that could have a huge impact on patient care going forward. 

ACR labeled one recently opposed bill in South Dakota as "harmful" and "dangerous," with similar measures in the works elsewhere. 

Both organizations signed a letter of intent to merge in a deal where both would keep their brands and continue to deliver care locally.

One key takeaway was that women faced a higher MI risk than men, but only for the first 30 days. 

In a sudden "shock," Akorn Pharmaceuticals is closing all U.S. sites and laying off its entire workforce after failing to find a potential buyer.

"We recognize the profound and lasting impact these failures have had on communities of color and Black radiologists," the society's board wrote. 

Each of the new “state of the art” facilities will stand at about 5,750 square feet, staffed by doctors and offering the full gamut of healthcare services. 

For instance, income does not have the same influence on outcomes as other populations, according to new analysis of Medicare data.