The Fitkat band relies on social support to change user’s habits
The device has a dedicated SOS button that sends out a distress signal to five social support contacts as defined within the Fitkat app.
FDA unveils guidance on regulation of wellness devices and accessories
These products maintain or encourage a general state of health and may associate a healthy lifestyle with reducing the risk or impact of certain diseases or conditions.
St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children scores nearly $1M grant for a telehealth program
The pilot program includes 500 patients identified as most at risk for admission or readmission to hospitals and other institutional settings.
ClassPass raises $40M Series B in a round led by General Catalyst and Thrive...
The new capital will be used to help the company further grow its fitness subscription service, and expand to new cities in the US and international markets.
Under Armour Record health and fitness network unveiled
The service combines personal health data with activity tracking tools, connects it to digital community, and keeps everything in sync with user's fitness goals.
Telehealth parity law enacted in New York
Under the law - deductibles, co-insurance or other conditions for coverage of telemedicine cannot differ from those for in-person visits.
athenahealth acquires RazorInsights
The combined organization can introduce new cloud-based services tied to the delivery of clinical results for rural, critical access and community hospitals.
Sharecare, HCA announce strategic collaboration
The two companies will be working on new patient engagement solutions, and are exploring opportunities to create a joint innovation lab.
10 new startups join the MATTER program
MATTER will continue to evaluate applications on a rolling basis; interested entrepreneurs should visit matterchicago.com.
Oracle, Proteus join forces to help increase clinical trial accuracy
The platform is made to help health sciences organizations more effectively track and manage the use of medication during clinical trials.









