Microsoft launches the $40M, five-year AI for Health program
The program aims to empower researchers and organizations with AI to improve the health of people and communities around the world.
UC San Diego Health to test a drone transport program
Launching with UPS and Matternet, the pilot project will test the use of unmanned aerial vehicles to transport medical samples, supplies and documents.
Veredus to develop a Lab-on-Chip for the detection of 3 coronaviruses
The solution will be able to identify and differentiate MERS-CoV, SARS-CoV and 2019-nCoV with high specificity and sensitivity.
SunTech Medical, Valencell team-up to improve blood pressure measurements
The multi-year agreement will allow the companies to work together to develop customized solutions and products for other medical device OEMs.
MassChallenge’s 2020 cohort includes 27 digital health startups
Beginning in January, the healthtech startups will have access to partners, a tailored curriculum and co-working space.
Cigna, MDLIVE make behavioral health virtual visits more convenient
Beginning in January 2020, select Cigna customers will be able to schedule appointments online to see behavioral health counselors or psychiatrists.
Ro to launch an innovative weight management service
Launching in partnership with Gelesis, the service will make the Plenity aid available to patients who prefer a remote interaction.
Bayer, Sidekick to provide digital therapy program for PAD patients
Sidekick develops gamified digital therapeutic solutions and programs, designed to transform chronic disease management across multiple therapeutic areas.
DispatchHealth launches expanded services for acute and post-acute patients
Advanced Care and Extended Care are ideal for patients who require an advanced level of clinical care and would benefit from staying home to recover.
BCBS of Massachusetts is the first health plan to integrate with PillPack
PillPack provides a simple option to order, pay for, track and get prescriptions delivered right to members' doorsteps at no extra charge.









