Fri.May 31, 2024

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Akili to merge with Virtual Therapeutics in $34M deal

Mobi Health News

The publicly traded company, which announced it was seeking strategic alternatives for its business last month, will go private thanks to the merger.

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AI chest X-ray tool made available to radiologists at more than 40 NHS trusts

DigitalHealth

Six imaging networks in England have selected global health tech firm Annalise.ai as the preferred provider to support early lung cancer diagnosis.

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Plenful secures $17M for its AI pharmacy and health operations platform

Mobi Health News

The investment comes less than a year after the company launched with $9 million in funding, bringing its total raise to more than $25 million.

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BBC investigation links NHS IT failures to patient harm

DigitalHealth

A BBC News investigation found 126 instances of serious harm linked to IT issues across 31 acute trusts, including three patient deaths.

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.

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Why COPD is a Perfect Target for RPM

Healthcare IT Today

The following is a guest article by Dr. Michael B. Polsky at Pulmonary Associates of Richmond Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is one of the most common and debilitating respiratory diseases patients face. COPD, which impacts nearly 16 million Americans and is the third leading cause of death worldwide, can be challenging to manage if not treated early and effectively.

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Mika Health and Cancer Support Community Aim to Close Gaps in Mental Health Care with United States’ First AI-Enabled “Precision Support” Digital Therapeutic That is Free for Cancer Patients

Digital Health Global

Mika’s personalized, treatment-specific support will be available to one million patients and caregivers served by Cancer Support Community. Multilingual and multicultural patient and caregiver resources and insights from CSC to optimize Mika’s therapeutic in order to address physical and mental health barriers. CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, at the American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting, Mika Health , a global digital therapeutics developer specializing in meet

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Digital Healthcare Company Ciba Health Raises $10M Series A, Announces C-Suite Expansion and Growth Numbers to Transform Chronic Disease Treatment with Root-Cause Approach

Healthcare IT Today

Established Virtual Whole Person-Care Leader Ciba Health Adds Veteran Technology Expert Nwamaka Imagosie as Chief Technology Officer, Shares 100% YoY Revenue Growth and 300% User Growth Over Four Years Ciba Health , a cutting-edge digital health company simplifying healthcare with a personalized, whole person-care approach to prevent and reverse chronic diseases through root-cause treatment, today announced rapid growth and an expansion to its leadership team on the heels of its $10M Series A fu

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Plenful picks up $17M to automate administrative tasks for pharmacists

FierceHealthIT

Startup Plenful launched out of stealth seven months ago to tackle the labor challenges and administrative bottlenecks plaguing pharmacy operations. | Plenful, which developed an AI workflow automation platform to streamline pharmacy and healthcare operations, banked $17 million in series A funding to build out its infrastructure and fuel more product development.

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Movers and Shakers news roundup

DigitalHealth

The latest Movers and Shakers roundup includes interim appointments at Surrey and Borders Partnership and East London NHS Foundation Trusts.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Chutes & Ladders—NYC Health appoints inaugural decarbonization officer; Uber Health exec moves to VC

FierceHealthIT

Chutes & Ladders—NYC Health appoints inaugural decarbonization officer; Uber Health exec moves to VC ebeavins Fri, 05/31/2024 - 13:21

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Boosting Morale: The Key To Employee Satisfaction After Acquiring a Company

Health and Wellness Blog | Uplifting People To Live A Healthier Life

When acquiring a company, it is crucial to consider the impact it will have on the employees of both organisations. During acquisition, employees may experience uncertainty, fear, and even resistance to change. To ensure employee satisfaction and boost morale after acquiring a company, the new leadership needs to communicate effectively, preserve company culture, and recognize […] The post Boosting Morale: The Key To Employee Satisfaction After Acquiring a Company appeared first on Healthy

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How digital preferences define the modern healthcare consumer

FierceHealthIT

In an age of digital evolution and expanding care options, what today’s healthcare consumer wants is changing. | What do today’s healthcare consumers want? Huron’s recent survey details how digital trends are impacting consumer preferences and choice.

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Oy Apotti Ab partners with uPerform to enhance EHR education and support

DigitalHealth

Apotti pioneers Finnish collaboration with uPerform to scale its EHR education programme and optimise support

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The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

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Who Qualifies for Remote Patient Monitoring? Eligibility and Enrollment CMS Guidelines for RPM

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) services are revolutionizing chronic disease management, allowing healthcare providers and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) to remotely monitor patient health data and intervene proactively. This technology empowers patients to take a more active role in managing their health from the comfort of their homes, ultimately leading to improved clinical outcomes and reduced healthcare costs.

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Innovation on Full Display at eHealth2024

Healthcare IT Today

Canada may be a little slower to adopt Health IT solutions, but it doesn’t stop healthcare organizations and government agencies from piloting new technologies. There were many pilots being discussed at the #eHealth2024 Conference and a noticeable uptick in the number of US digital health companies attending the event. The annual e-Health conference is Canada’s version of HIMSS.

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Health Information Security – My Interview with Richard Kaufmann, CISO of Amedisys – Part 2: Bit by Bit, Putting It Together – Planning, Implementing, Pivoting

Health Populi

W elcome to post #2 of 3, publishing the results of three dialogue sessions between Richard Kaufmann, CISO of Amedisys, and me. The timing of our conversations, tracking both Richard’s and the company’s evolving approach to cybersecurity in health care, has coincided with the Change Healthcare breach and ransom that emerged in February 2024. This second blog of the three is being edited just days after Andrew Witty’s testimony to the U.S.