data repository

CMS opens claims database to entrepreneurs

Private entities, presuming they pay subscription to the CMS Virtual Research Data Center, will be able to submit research requests starting in September.
BaseHealth

BaseHealth raises $3.6M for its genetic, lifestyle data-driven health plan offering

The information collected is used to calculate the user's risk of developing certain diseases and to explain the top factors contributing to the risk of disease.
EyeChart iPhone app screenshot

Smartphone-based Snellen charts not as reliable as standard chart tests

The comparison showed that the Snellen visual acuity app could not predict a patient's standard Snellen visual acuity within one line.
PillPack

PillPack raises $50M to open new pharmacies in the U.S.

CRV led the round, with participation from Accel Partners, Atlas Venture, Menlo Ventures and Sherpa Ventures; the money will be used to fuel growth.
IDC wearables research

11.4 million wearables shipped during Q1 2015

The top 5 vendors have grown their dominance of the market to three quarters from two-thirds in a year; Apple Watch could make a big impact on the market.
D-EYE

D-EYE portable retinal imaging system now available for 395 EUR

The palm-sized smartphone camera add-on captures and transmits high-definition images and video of the fundus to diagnose sight-threatening conditions anywhere.
Apervita

Apervita, Mayo Clinic working together on the first self-service marketplace for health measures

The marketplace is a one-stop-shop to author, publish, and apply measures, allowing users to connect their data to open standard measure definitions.
PregSense fetal monitoring

Wearable device could provide continuous fetal monitoring

The Bluetooth-enabled PregSense monitor comes with sensors woven into an elastic harness to provide data around the clock on the status of the fetus.
BaseHealth API

BaseHealth API allows developers to integrate genomic data into their apps

Built on the BaseHealth assessment engine, the API leverages genomic data, clinical and behavioral analysis to provide evidence-based health assessments.
Teladoc video visit

Teladoc surpasses 10 million members!

The company shared some interesting numbers in its S-1 filing document with the SEC as it is preparing for the initial public offering.