Kurbo by WW

WW launches Kurbo by WW targeting kids and teens

Based on 30 years of clinical nutrition and behavior change research, Kurbo by WW provides the tools and inspiration to adopt healthy habits.
dementia study

Apple, Eli Lilly studying whether iPhones and Apple Watches can detect signs of dementia

The early-stage study took place over 12 weeks and included an 82-person healthy control group and 31 individuals with varying stages of cognitive decline.
NHS sign

NHS to set up a national AI lab

The Health Secretary, Matt Hancock, announced £250m will be spent on boosting the role of AI within the health service.
AI in healthcare

Research: Half of hospital decision-makers plan to invest in AI by 2021

The study, conducted by Olive AI, explored how hospital leaders aim to drive efficiency and reduce costs through investments in non-clinical technologies.
Sitata app

Sitata’s traveler safety platform rebrands, launches in-app telehealth feature

Said feature connects travelers to doctors in Sitata's network that will provide access to video calls, advice, clinic visits and pre-trip consultations.
XLerateHealth - Louisville

XLerateHealth unveils nine startups for 2019 accelerator cohort in Louisville, KY

Selected companies are developing innovations in gene therapy, chronic condition management, and social isolation of the elderly.
health data

CMS launches new pilot program to provide patients access to their health data

Dubbed Data at the Point of Care (DPC), it aims to fill information gaps and offer a more complete picture of a patient's health and history.
medical records

Big Tech working with healthcare companies to make health data easier to access

Representatives from the big tech and health plans said they want to help consumers get access to their medical claims data via an app of their choosing.
Mayo Clinic and Boston Scientific partnership

Mayo Clinic, Boston Scientific launch a med-tech accelerator

Called Motion Medical, it aims to accelerate the development of medical technology and new minimally invasive treatments.
RediClinic Express

Rite Aid launches RediClinic Express health kiosks

The company is leveraging InTouch Health's virtual care software platform to allow patients to virtually speak with RediClinic clinicians.