Global healthcare AI firm Huma has announced its acquisition of GP online consultation and digital triage startup eConsult for an undisclosed amount.
The announcement follows a $80 million (£60m) Series D funding round in July…
Improving health-related quality of life (QoL) is crucial for managing Parkinson’s disease. However, QoL outcomes after deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the subthalamic nucleus (STN) vary considerably. Current approaches lack integration of demographic, patient-reported,…
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Lyra Health, a mental health company, announced Monday that it is expanding its substance use disorder services to support those struggling with cannabis, stimulants, opioids and nicotine.
Burlingame, California-based Lyra Health sells to employers and…
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I’m a big believer that there's a whole class of great companies that should never raise an ounce of venture capital or only raise a seed or preseed or series A. And then say…
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Background: Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is a safe, effective intervention for individuals with cardiovascular disease (CVD). However, a majority of eligible patients do not complete CR. Growing evidence suggests that home-based cardiac rehabilitation (HBCR) programs…
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Digital medical devices (DMDs) present unique opportunities in their regulation and reimbursement. A dynamic landscape of DMD assessment frameworks is emerging within the European Union, with five clusters of prevailing approaches identified. Despite notable…
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When I heard that a pediatric organization was so focused on mental health screenings in their office, my mind couldn't quite get around the need for mental health screeners for children. However, that's what…
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The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in sports medicine is opening new frontiers for athlete health and performance, aligning with the spirit of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games slogan, “Games Wide Open.”…
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With more than two decades of telemedicine experience and research, the Washington, D.C.-based Children’s National Hospital Telemedicine team identified a disparity in access to the internet and digital tools that disproportionately affects low-income and…
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Whittington Health NHS Trust has deployed an electronic prescription solution (EPS) from CLEO Systems in its community heart failure team to replace paper prescriptions.
The EPS, which began being rolled out in August 2024, is…
