This week's news and issues for the region's health care industry

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Harvard Bioscience working on brain, diabetes research devices

Via two of its subsidiaries, Holliston life-science firm Harvard Bioscience has launched two new programs aimed at studying the brain and diabetes treatment.

Massachusetts Medical Society appoints new president

Alain Chaoui, a primary care physician on the North Shore, has been named the president of the Massachusetts Medical Society, which counts 25,000 physicians statewide as members.
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WBJ 40 under Forty nominations due next week

Nominations for the WBJ's 40 Under Forty Awards for 2018, which honors Central Massachusetts' up-and-coming business leaders, are due next week on May 11.

Hologic wins FDA approval for pap test imaging device

Marlborough women's health device manufacturer Hologic has won a federal approval for a device the company says can analyze pap tests in 90 seconds.

Reliant taking over Worcester Habitat space

As one of its many moves, Worcester-based Reliant Medical Group will move new doctor's offices at a former Habitat for Humanity store on Gold Star Boulevard in Worcester.

Boston Scientific closes on potential $406M acquisition

Marlborough medical device giant Boston Scientific has closed on a potential $406 million acquisition of a Minnesota firm developing a minimally invasive therapy for men with prostate issues.
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Pulse check: Medical marijuana in Massachusetts

There are currently three medical marijuana dispensaries in Worcester County, but 24 in the state.

Medical marijuana dispensaries open for sale 24
Active patients 48,265
Active caregivers 5,501
Registered healthcare providers 241
Active healthcare provider certifications
 52,979
Source: Massachusetts Department of Public Health
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People on the Move

Mohammad Alhabbal is the new medical director for AdCare Hospital of Worcester. Alhabbal is a graduate of the Damascus University Medical School in Syria and completed his residency at UMass Medical School, where he is an assistant professor in the department of family medicine and was the school’s 2013 teacher of the year.

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