How big data creates big improvements in healthcare
The vast amounts of data can help make healthcare more efficient, effective and personal, potentially adding $300 million per year to the healthcare industry.
Coach by Cigna now available for iPhone users
Initially an Android exclusive, the health and fitness application has been downloaded by more than 350,000 users in 15 nations in nine languages.
France’s Doctolib raises $20.5M for its doctor-booking service
The company has around 5,000 doctors and 100 clinics on its platform, and is currently being used by 2 million patients per month.
New ResearchKit studies for autism, epilepsy and melanoma unveiled
Apple announced that researchers from Duke University, Johns Hopkins and Oregon Health & Science University are launching new medical studies using ResearchKit.
Court orders Fitbit employees to turn over alleged Jawbone secrets
A preliminary injunction doesn't mean much though, and Fitbit was quick to release the statement saying that this was not a motion against them.
Lyra Health raises $35M Series A for its mental health tech
The company is developing a new technology that makes it easy for patients to find the best available care for mental health conditions and substance abuse.
23andMe secures $115M Series E round led by Fidelity Management & Research Company
The new funds will help the personal genetics company launch new global user experience, grow its sales efforts and therapeutics discovery group efforts.
Blocks modular smartwatch raises more than $840K on Kickstarter
The open-source wearable allows users to add a heart rate sensor, GPS, or the so called "adventure" module with temperature, altitude and air pressure sensors.
ShopWell secures $3.4M for its food-recommendation app
The new capital will be used to support the company's growth as consumers, retailers and food manufacturers respond to the increasing demand for healthy food.
New World of Health IT event coming to Barcelona in November 2016
Taking place 21-22 November 2016 in Barcelona, Spain - WoHIT will encompass five Summits to address topics that will shape the future of health through IT.