PHR use forecast

75% of adults will use PHRs in 2020?

Researchers from Johns Hopkins, the Ohio State University and the National Cancer Institute predict this scenario even without additional interventions.
Gauss Surgical

Gauss Surgical raises $12.6M Series B for its surgical blood loss system

The Los Altos, California-based company has developed the technology that can estimate the surgical blood loss in canisters that hold blood.
eHealth Week app

eHealth Week 2016 programme announced

The event will offer a sessions connected to the following themes: Empowerment of the People, Trust & Standards, and Social Innovations & Transitions.
Fitbit Blaze & Fitbit Alta

Fitbit Blaze, Fitbit Alta shipments hit 1 million in a month

Both devices are also topping Amazon's bestseller lists, with Blaze capturing the #1 spot in both the smart watch and heart monitor categories on Amazon.
Dyson Pure Cool

Dyson Pure Cool Link is fancy, connected air purifier

The powerful device is controlled with a mobile app, promising to remove 99.95% of indoor allergens and pollutants that can be as small as 0.1 microns.
Ringly

Ringly Aries bracelets are both beautiful and smart

Beyond the looks, the bracelet includes a Bluetooth connectivity module, a vibrating motor, and a set of sensors to keep up with every step you take.
WHO Zika app

WHO unveils the Zika app for healthcare workers

The app is primarily made for healthcare workers and responders, offering technical guidance, a link to WHO's response plan, situation reports and more.
HealthJoy

HealthJoy gets $3M for its healthcare decision platform

Since launching in 2014, the company has protected over $100 million in out-of-pocket expenses for more than 22,000 users.
HealthTap

HealthTap’s network surpasses 100,000 doctors

These doctors are located in 3,000+ U.S. cities and towns, span 141 specialties, speak 117 languages, and have an average of 21 years of clinical experience.
HumanaVitality study

Three-year Humana study shows wellness program engagement lowers health claims costs

Employees engaged with the program had fewer unscheduled absences, lower overall health claims costs and fewer visits to the hospital and emergency room.
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