Verily establishes a joint venture with Santen to develop unique ophthalmic devices

The new company plans to create and commercialize unique ophthalmic devices and comprehensive tech-enabled solutions.
UAE Health ministry launches blockchain-based platform for medical data

UAE Health ministry launches blockchain-based platform for medical data

The platform aims to raise the efficiency of health authorities' smart services, in line with the outcomes of the annual meetings of the UAE government.
AI for Health

Microsoft launches the $40M, five-year AI for Health program

The program aims to empower researchers and organizations with AI to improve the health of people and communities around the world.
Veredus Lab-on-Chip

Veredus to develop a Lab-on-Chip for the detection of 3 coronaviruses

The solution will be able to identify and differentiate MERS-CoV, SARS-CoV and 2019-nCoV with high specificity and sensitivity.
SunTech Medical

SunTech Medical, Valencell team-up to improve blood pressure measurements

The multi-year agreement will allow the companies to work together to develop customized solutions and products for other medical device OEMs.
MassChallenge 2020

MassChallenge’s 2020 cohort includes 27 digital health startups

Beginning in January, the healthtech startups will have access to partners, a tailored curriculum and co-working space.
MDLive

Cigna, MDLIVE make behavioral health virtual visits more convenient

Beginning in January 2020, select Cigna customers will be able to schedule appointments online to see behavioral health counselors or psychiatrists.
Plenity

Ro to launch an innovative weight management service

Launching in partnership with Gelesis, the service will make the Plenity aid available to patients who prefer a remote interaction.
Bayer

Bayer, Sidekick to provide digital therapy program for PAD patients

Sidekick develops gamified digital therapeutic solutions and programs, designed to transform chronic disease management across multiple therapeutic areas.
DispatchHealth

DispatchHealth launches expanded services for acute and post-acute patients

Advanced Care and Extended Care are ideal for patients who require an advanced level of clinical care and would benefit from staying home to recover.