What You Should Know:
- Neko Health, a pioneering preventative healthcare technology company co-founded by Hjalmar Nilsonne and Daniel Ek (founder of Spotify) raises $260M in a Series B funding round by Lightspeed Venture Partners, with participation from General Catalyst, O.G. Venture Partners, Rosello, Lakestar, and Atomico. This latest funding brings Neko Health's total raised to over $325M.
- The company's AI-powered body scan is transforming how people understand and
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Experity Appoints Dr. Andrea Giamalva as Chief Medical Officer
What You Should Know:
- Experity, the national leader in on-demand healthcare solutions, today announced the appointment of Dr. Andrea Giamalva as Chief Medical Officer.
- Dr. Giamalva brings over 14 years of experience in family medicine and a demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care to her new role at Experity.
Dr. Giamalva Bio/Background
A graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine, Dr. Giamalva joins Experity from UW Health, where
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ATOMIC-Meso Trial: A New Take Against Pleural Mesothelioma
Pleural mesothelioma is a type of an aggressive cancer that develops in the tissue that surrounds the lung cavity. It is known to be primarily caused by asbestos exposure. Asbestos was largely used as a material in products revolving construction, automobile, and insulation. It is apparently still used in the said products today in buildings and houses in the U.S. The clear disparity between its latency period, which generally takes decades, compared to its fatal ramifications and little chance
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Healthcare Under Attack: Ransomware Groups Increasingly Target Hospitals and Clinics
What You Should Know:
- Black Kite, a provider of third-party cyber risk intelligence, has released new data revealing a disturbing trend: ransomware groups are disproportionately targeting healthcare organizations.
- The research, conducted by the Black Kite Research Intelligence Team (BRITE), identifies specific ransomware groups and their preferred targets within the healthcare sector, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
Top Ransomware Groups
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HeartFlow and Boone Heart Institute Launch GAMEFILM Registry to Study Heart Health in Retired NFL Players
What You Should Know:
- HeartFlow, a global leader in AI-driven heart care solutions, and Boone Heart Institute, a renowned cardiovascular care provider in Denver, today announced the launch of the GAMEFILM Registry.
- GAMEFILM Registry will utilize advanced imaging and AI technology to assess and better understand coronary artery disease (CAD) risk in retired National Football League (NFL) players.
Understanding the Unique Cardiovascular Risks of Retired NFL
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Eleos Secures $60M to Expand AI-Powered Behavioral Health Solutions and Tackle SUD Crisis
What You Should Know:
- Eleos Health, a pioneer in AI-driven solutions for behavioral health secures $60M in Series C funding round led by Greenfield Partners. The funding round includes participation from existing investors such as F-Prime Capital, Eight Roads, Menlo Ventures, and ION, as well as new investors like the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, Union Tech Ventures, and Centerstone.
- The latest investment brings Eleos' total funding to over $120M and underscores the
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Lindus Health Raises $55M to Accelerate AI-Driven Clinical Trials
What You Should Know:
- Lindus Health, a company transforming the clinical trial landscape with its tech-first approach raises $55M in Series B funding round led by Balderton Capital, with participation from Visionaries Club and existing investors Creandum, Firstminute, and Seedcamp.
- The funding will fuel the continued development of Lindus Health's AI technology and eClinical platform, Citrus™, and support the company's mission to make clinical trials faster, more reliable,
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Oshi Health Adds New Investors to Recent $60M to Expand Multidisciplinary GI Care Access
What You Should Know:
- Oshi Health, a national multidisciplinary gastroenterology (GI) medical practice announced that American College of Gastroenterology (ACG), the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) GI Opportunity Fund, and a group of prominent practicing physicians have joined its recent $60M Series C funding round.
- This latest funding round builds on the ACG and AGA's prior investment in Oshi Health in 2023 and highlights the growing recognition of the need for
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Percipio Health Launches AI-Powered Population Health Platform with $20M
What You Should Know:
- Percipio Health, a population health monitoring and management platform, today announced its official launch and the closing of a $20M in Series A funding round led by UPMC Enterprises, WAVE Ventures, and Labcorp.
- Percipio's platform, developed over the past two years, utilizes the power of AI and a simple smartphone to collect whole-person health signals, enabling real-time assessments and predictive insights. This approach eliminates the need for
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Innovaccer Acquires Humbi AI to Launch AI Actuarial Copilots
What You Should Know:
- Innovaccer, a healthcare AI company, announced the acquisition of Humbi AI, a specialized healthcare actuarial software, services, and analytics company. Financial details of the acquisition were not disclosed.
- The transaction marks Innovaccer's third acquisition in recent years, following Cured and Pharmacy Quality Solutions (PQS) in 2024, further solidifying the company's commitment to driving advanced healthcare transformation.
Enhance Healthcare
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