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, Boston Scientific launch a med-tech accelerator
Called Motion Medical, it aims to accelerate the development of medical technology and new minimally invasive treatments.
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.
Eko Home launched to enable precise remote monitoring of cardiac function
Currently being used in a study by Mayo Clinic, Eko Home enhances outpatient cardiac data collection and demonstrates real-world efficacy.
Flare Capital Partners secures $255M for its second fund
The oversubscribed fundraise establishes Fund II as one of the largest, independent, dedicated healthcare technology venture capital investment funds.
Walgreens adds chronic care management tools to its Find Care platform
The platform has been expanded to include connected devices and digital therapeutic solutions for patients with diabetes, asthma, and COPD.
Vodafone, Mencap team-up to improve the lives of people with a learning disability
The technology has been designed to improve the quality of life for over 1.4M people living with learning disabilities in the UK, their families and carers.
Pinterest launches wellness activities for people in distress
The social network has introduced emotional wellness activities for users searching the visual pinboard for emotional health and related topics.
ClassPass launches global corporate wellness program
Inaugural customers include companies such as Google, Morgan Stanley, Facebook, Under Armour, Glossier, Etsy, Southwest Airlines and Gatorade.
Withings launches new connected blood pressure monitors
BPM Core blood pressure monitor with ECG and stethoscope functionality is launching in Europe, whereas the U.S. can only get BPM Connect, for now.









