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Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX) announced the election of Robert B. Carter, CIO of FedEx , to its Board of Directors. With this addition, Quest's Board now comprises 10 members. Carter, 64, boasts over 31 years at FedEx, where he oversaw technology direction and infrastructure. He will retire from his roles in June but will stay on as an advisor until December. This strategic move aims to leverage Carter's expertise in technology, cloud, and cybersecurity to drive Quest's growth and IT initiatives. Quest's leadership highlighted the valuable insights Carter brings, acknowledging his extensive public and private board experience.
Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX) has announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.75 per share.
This dividend will be payable on July 22, 2024, to shareholders who hold Quest Diagnostics common stock as of July 8, 2024.
Quest Diagnostics is recognized as a leader in diagnostic information services.
The Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index for 2023 reveals a substantial increase in workforce drug test tampering, with tampered specimens surging over six-fold compared to the previous year. The report, analyzing nearly 9.8 million tests, shows a 633% rise in substituted specimens and a 45.2% increase in invalid specimens. General U.S. workforce drug positivity remained high at 5.7%, while marijuana positivity rose to 4.5%—a 45.2% increase over five years. Post-accident marijuana positivity reached a new peak of 7.5% in 2023. In contrast, federally mandated, safety-sensitive workforce marijuana positivity saw a slight decrease. Other notable trends include increased drug positivity among office-based industries and a rise in cocaine positivity. Meanwhile, opiates and heroin metabolite positivity showed a decline.
Quest Diagnostics celebrated Lab Week 2024 across the nation. The event featured the professional journeys of colleagues, like Javarus Smith, who progressed from Route Service Representative to Logistics Manager. Javarus emphasized the impact of their work on patients' lives and encouraged flexibility for career growth within Quest. The company's commitment to customer service, care, collaboration, continuous improvement, and curiosity was highlighted.
Quest Diagnostics received high praise from a patient at their Voorhees PSC location in New Jersey, highlighting exceptional staff service and professionalism. The team's dedication and consistent excellent service reflect the company's core values. The positive feedback showcases a strong commitment to customer care and satisfaction.
Quest Diagnostics, a leading diagnostic information services company, will have its CEO speak at the 2024 Leerink Partners Healthcare Crossroads Conference. The event will cover the company's strategy, performance, and market trends, with a live webcast available for investors.
Quest Diagnostics and PathAI announced a collaboration to accelerate the adoption of digital and AI pathology innovations to improve cancer diagnosis. Quest will acquire select assets of PathAI Diagnostics to enhance its AI and digital capabilities. The transaction is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2024. Additionally, Quest will license PathAI's AISight™ digital pathology image management system to support its pathology laboratories and customer sites in the U.S.
Quest Diagnostics has appointed Murali Balakumar as the Senior Vice President and Chief Information and Digital Officer, bringing 25 years of experience in technology strategy across healthcare, financial services, and transportation industries. As a digital transformation leader, Mr. Balakumar will oversee information technology, data informatics, and digital solutions for the company.
Quest Diagnostics collaborated with St. James Health to offer no-cost Blueprint for Wellness screenings during a Choose Healthy Life event at the Metropolitan Baptist Church in Newark. The event celebrated the expansion of the Willing Heart Community Care Center, supported by the Quest Diagnostics Foundation. The initiative aims to address social inequities in healthcare, employment, housing, and poverty. Quest provided 51 attendees with Blueprint for Wellness screenings, showcasing their commitment to health equity in underserved communities.
Quest Diagnostics and PathAI announced a collaboration to accelerate AI and digital pathology adoption in cancer diagnosis. Quest will acquire certain assets of PathAI Diagnostics to enhance its AI and digital capabilities. The transaction includes licensing agreements and is expected to close in Q2 2024. The partnership aims to improve cancer care quality and efficiency with cutting-edge technologies.
