Category: Blog

How Declining Birth Rates are Reshaping Hospitals’ Labor & Delivery Services

As U.S. birth rates continue to decline, hospitals are adapting their labor and delivery services to remain competitive and appealing to expecting parents. Birth rates in the United States have been steadily falling over the past decade, reaching new lows during and after the COVID-19 pandemic​. This has led to decreased demand for maternity services,… Read more »

The Importance of Portable Medical Equipment in Healthcare Facilities

In the fast-paced environment of healthcare facilities, efficiency and adaptability is key. Mobile medical equipment—such as IV stands, recliners, stretchers, beds, supply carts, and bassinets—can play a crucial role in enhancing patient care as well as operational efficiency. Flexibility and Efficiency: Mobile equipment allows for quick reconfiguration of spaces to meet varying patient needs. For… Read more »

Novum iSeries 2.0 Medical Recliners.

Novum Medical Products, a pioneer in innovative healthcare furniture, is thrilled to unveil the latest addition to our product lineup: the iSeries 2.0 Recliners. Building upon the success of our popular iSeries Recliners, this next generation of Medical Recliners are engineered to elevate comfort and functionality in medical environments. Reclined and Redefined: The iSeries 2.0… Read more »

Rising Summertime Cases of RSV Baffles Pediatricians

An article recently published in the Associated Press brings to light a recent emergence of RSV. Respiratory Syncytial Virus commonly causes cold-like symptoms, including troublesome coughs and breathing trouble for infants and the elderly, but typically the virus sickens children in the colder winter months. This recent emergence of RSV during the summertime is baffling United States… Read more »

Pandemic Baby Boom or Bust?

When the COVID-19 Pandemic began and stay-at-home orders forced people to spend more time at home, many speculated about the potential for a “Pandemic Baby Boom”. Now that we are 15 months out from the initial lockdowns, that Pandemic Baby Boom turned out to be a bust – thus far. In a study released earlier… Read more »

The Benefits of Point-of-Care Fluid Warmers

We recently introduced the ivNow Fluid Warmer to our inventory and we are thrilled to offer this great product to our customers. The ivNow Fluid Warmer warms fluids at the point of use – where you need them, when you need them. The convenient, easy-to-use ivNow fluid warmers quickly heat and maintain safe temperatures of… Read more »

Choosing between a Medical Recliner or Glider Rocker

Trying to find the right seating option for your medical facility can be overwhelming. Between the number of manufacturers to choose from and all the different styles of seating options, it is difficult to decide which is the best for your patients.  Novum Medical offers options that make the choice easy. We have found that… Read more »

Real Hope for Haiti

Novum Medical Products recently had the opportunity to partner with the wonderful people at Real Hope for Haiti. Real Hope for Haiti is a non-profit organization that works in Haiti serving the underserved in a variety of ways. They attempt to strengthen communities through a grass roots community development group, reforestation projects, road building, church… Read more »

How Blanket Warmers can be Used in Labor & Delivery Departments

What Kind of Warming Cabinets are Right for Labor and Delivery? The two fundamental benefits warming cabinets in a Labor and Delivery suite can offer: Warm blankets and towels Warm IV solution Labor and Delivery rooms tend to be a little cool, as is the case with most areas of a hospital or medical facility…. Read more »

What is a GPO?

If you have ever been in a situation where the prices of goods or services are being negotiated, you know what a frustrating and difficult experience it can be for both buyers and providers. The back and forth discussing the different factors and reasons why is exhausting, sometimes seeming like it will never end. However,… Read more »