Opternative

American Optometric Association: FDA should take action against Opternative

The organization claims that Opternative's smartphone-based eye exams could lead patients to skip eye health exams and endanger their well-being.
Google patent - sketch #1

Google looking to use drones to deliver emergency medical help

This hi-tech system would be more efficient than calling 911, with drone coming to save the day and help people in distress.
inhaler

Cohero Health and Presspart Group launch a connected metered dose inhaler

The device's built-in sensors track the date and time when medication is actuated, which is then stored in onboard memory, and shared via Bluetooth.
HealthMine

Survey: 59% of digital health users have chronic conditions

However, only 7% use a disease management tool, while 50 percent use a fitness/activity tracker device or app.
Whistle

Mars Petcare acquires Whistle, maker of “Fitbit for Dogs”

The connected-collar is often touted as Fitbit for pets, enabling users to track their pets' whereabouts and fitness levels.
Startupbootcamp Berlin

Startupbootcamp launches its first digital health accelerator in Europe

The Berlin-based accelerator will select 10 startups for the 3-month program that includes €15.000, 6 months of free coworking office space, and mentoring.
drchrono

drchrono unveils new API partners: Health Gorilla, Inuvio, Medisafe and Wink Health

The company currently has more than seven hundred developers in its program creating essential apps and solutions for the healthcare industry.
Retrofit app

Solera Health adds Retrofit’s DPP to its chronic disease solution network

Retrofit's 52-week virtual offering encourages healthy behaviors and lasting weight-loss results for individuals at risk for type 2 diabetes.
Clairy

Clairy is a fancy $150 air purifier that looks like a plant pot

The device combines the power of nature and technology with the beauty of design to eliminate indoor pollution and analyze it.
Rock Health - digital health funding Q1 2016

Rock Health: Digital health Q1 2016 funding hits $992.7M

The market has experienced an uptick with 13% TTM growth and almost 50% YoY growth (when compared to Q1 2015); it was also the highest Q1 since 2011.
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