HHS launches the first VC partnership to develop technologies to combat future pandemics
Through BARDA Ventures, HHS aims to accelerate the development of technologies needed to respond to or prevent public health emergencies.
Truepill launches employer-cooperative COVID-19 workplace safety platform
The COVID-19 digital testing and treatment platform will help employees at HTA Member companies safely and effectively transition back to worksites.
NHSX unveils a new simpler assessment process for digital health technologies
The new Digital Technology Assessment Criteria (DTAC) is a rapid process that can be completed in days.
UHN to study how Apple Watch can help with early identification of worsening heart...
An Apple Watch will be compared to data routinely collected from the rigorous physical tests that patients normally undergo.
FDA greenlights Ellume COVID-19 Home Test
The test demonstrated 96% accuracy in a multi-site US clinical study of both adults and children 2 years and above.
Google taps AHRQ for a new tool to help patients plan for medical visits
When people use Google to search for a healthcare provider, they will have the option to create their own private visit plan.
Algorithm helps doctors pick the right antibiotics for UTIs
Researchers showed a model that would allow clinicians to reduce the use of second-line antibiotics 67% in treating urinary tract infections.
Mass General, Fern Health expand collaboration on virtual pain management programs
MGH will validate emerging Fern Health products and pilot new products in clinical environments...
Oxford scientists develop a 5-minute COVID-19 test
The method is able to differentiate with high accuracy SARS-CoV-2 from negative clinical samples, as well as from other common respiratory pathogens.
FDA launches the Digital Health Center of Excellence
It is an important step in furthering the agency's overarching dedication to the advancement of digital health technology.