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HIMSS Media is the fastest growing B2B media group focused exclusively on healthcare and technology markets. Through its suite of market-leading brands, such as Healthcare IT News, Healthcare Finance and MobiHealthNews, HIMSS Media delivers news, analysis and must-have information to an audience of senior healthcare and technology influencers. HIMSS Media is also the leading producer of important
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Kaiku Health partners with Roche to deploy digital cancer management tools #DigitalHealth
The companies said their long-term goal is to develop and offer more digital health tools "through a multi-partner ecosystem" as well as advocate for reimbursement options.
Cerebral under investigation by DOJ for possible controlled substance violations #HealthConsumer
The digital mental health unicorn confirmed it received a grand jury subpoena from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of New York on the evening of May 4.
Artrya signs US partnership to validate AI for heart disease diagnosis #DigitalHealth
The clinical trial with Huntsville Heart Center is expected to be completed by October.
Japan clears CureApp's DTx app for hypertension #DigitalHealth
The clearance represents what could be the world's first regulatory approval of a DTx app for hypertension treatment.
Providers may not be aware of cybersecurity breaches #DigitalHealth
Healthcare organizations could have suffered cyberattacks unknowingly, which is why they need to be proactive about protecting themselves and their patients, says Lee Kim, director of privacy and security at HIMSS.
Icon Group enters AI radiology research partnership with Varian #DigitalHealth
Their first project will involve the use of AI contouring to cut time for planning radiation therapies.
MedRhythms partners with Biogen to develop, commercialize mobility PDT #InnovatePharma
Under the deal, MedRhythms would receive a $3 million upfront payment and could earn up to $117.5 million if certain milestones are met.
China Mobile launches mobile health app in Hong Kong #DigitalHealth
The company is looking to expand its coverage across China's Greater Bay Area.
Practice management platform PracticeHub goes live with access to medical supplies from Team Medical #DigitalHealth
Team Medical offers a range of products from medical equipment and surgical instrument to disposables.
AliveCor launches heart health management program and more digital health briefs #HealthConsumer
Also: Pediatric behavioral health company Brightline partners to develop its teen programs, and digital fitness startup FitOn launches courses for seniors and people with chronic conditions.
Cerebral to pause controlled substance prescriptions for new patients #HealthConsumer
The suspension comes as the digital mental health company faces increasing pressure over its prescription practices, particularly for ADHD medications.
At-home diagnostics company LetsGetChecked wraps up BioIQ acquisition #DigitalHealth
The completed deal comes weeks after LetsGetChecked announced its intent to acquire Veritas Genetics and Veritas Intercontinental.
Study: Hospital length of stay planning requires unified framework #DigitalHealth
Researchers noted they were unable to discover a single unified framework for tackling LoS prediction, which made it difficult to compare approaches.
Fujitsu begins research to develop AI for early pancreatic cancer detection in Japan #DigitalHealth
The AI tech can spot signs of pancreatic cancer from non-contrast CT images.
University of Sydney researchers create sensor bracelet for hand-impaired persons #DigitalHealth
The device allows them to use handheld controllers to play video games.
Women's healthcare provider Tia expands brick-and-mortar footprint and more digital health briefs #HealthConsumer
Also: Dental startup VideaHealth scores FDA clearance for its cavity-detection algorithm, and Headspace Health adds to its executive team.
Cerebral CMO defends company’s prescribing practices #HealthConsumer
"We have made mistakes, and I'll admit we'll continue to make mistakes and to learn," says CMO David Mou.
Withings rolls out new remote patient monitoring program #DigitalHealth
Withings announced its B2B division, which included its first remote patient monitoring offering, in 2019.
Former Cerebral VP alleges unsafe prescribing practices in lawsuit #HealthConsumer
Former vice president Matthew Truebe said he was fired after raising concerns about the company's prescribing practices, alleging Cerebral aimed to prescribe stimulants to all its ADHD patients to increase retention.
Mobile app-based health studies hampered by low participant engagement, retention rates #DigitalHealth
In one large-scale study, mean engagement with the app lasted only 4.1 days.
Contributed: The opportunities and challenges for remote patient monitoring #DigitalHealth
Dr. Liz Kwo outlines the landscape of the RPM space.
Roundup: UK startup Moonhub launches VR training for dementia care, AI tool receives approval to support skin cancer cases, and more briefs #DigitalHealth
Also, study finds digital physiotherapy app is clinically effective.
MSK company Hinge Health launches program for female pelvic floor disorders #DigitalHealth
Hinge's new offering comes nearly two months after competitor SWORD Health announced its own pelvic health program.
MSK company Hinge Health launches program for female pelvic floor disorders #HealthConsumer
Hinge's new offering comes nearly two months after competitor SWORD Health announced its own pelvic health program.
Japanese startup Ubie brings AI symptom checker to the US #DigitalHealth
Its web-based platform also guides patients to access appropriate medical care.
Women's health-focused startup Alpha Medical launches diabetes care program #DigitalHealth
The offering includes treatment and screening for prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes.
Women's health-focused startup Alpha Medical launches diabetes care program #HealthConsumer
The offering includes treatment and screening for prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes.
Oura taps Tom Hale as CEO and more digital health hires #HealthConsumer
Also: Mental health-focused Spring Health hires Todd Hill from Headspace Health, Teladoc Health appoints Dr. Vidya Raman-Tangella as chief medical officer and WellSky appoints Dale Zurbay chief growth officer.
Labcorp partners for at-home sample collection #DigitalHealth
The collection by Getlabs will cost users a convenience fee starting at $25.
Oura taps Tom Hale as CEO and more digital health hires #DigitalHealth
Also: Mental health-focused Spring Health hires Todd Hill from Headspace Health, Teladoc Health appoints Dr. Vidya Raman-Tangella as chief medical officer and WellSky appoints Dale Zurbay chief growth officer.
Labcorp partners for at-home sample collection #HealthConsumer
The collection by Getlabs will cost users a convenience fee starting at $25.
AI algorithm estimates gestational age of fetus on par with trained sonographer #DigitalHealth
New research published in NEJM examined the use of an AI algorithm in Zambia and North Carolina.
Amwell expands into MSK, dermatology care and more digital health briefs #DigitalHealth
Also: Mount Sinai Innovation Partners launches a BIPOC-focused fund, and Carbon Health acquires more clinics in Southern California.
Study: VR comparable to guided imagery for reducing procedural pain, anxiety in kids and young adults #DigitalHealth
However, researchers found that participants' tendencies toward anxiety or pain catastrophizing affected which intervention worked better.
Provider group accused of False Claims Act violations; THREAD buys trial recruitment platform CureClick
This week's top stories include Physician Partners of America agreeing to pay $24.5M for allegedly billing for unnecessary services and other violations, and DCT company THREAD snapping up a platform for recruiting trial participants.
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