In recent years, regulatory bodies, such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) have increasingly emphasized the use of real-world data (RWD) in clinical research and regulatory decisions, recognizing its potential to enhance drug development and improve patient outcomes. This shift includes a focus on sourcing RWD that adheres to strict regulatory standards for effective use in drug approvals and postmarket surveillance.
Unlike traditional
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Epicore Biosystems Raises $26M to Advance Sweat-Sensing Wearables
What You Should Know:
- Epicore Biosystems, an innovator in sweat-sensing wearables, today announced a $26M in Series B funding round led by the Steele Foundation for Hope (SFFH).
- The investment will accelerate the global adoption of Epicore's personalized hydration and cloud analytics platform and support the company's expansion into new health applications, including kidney health, women's health, malnutrition, and environmental toxin exposure.
Sweat-Sensing
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Philips, World Bank, and Ukraine Ministry of Health Partner to Modernize Stroke Care
What You Should Know:
- Philips, a global leader in health technology, today announced a partnership with the World Bank and Ukraine's Ministry of Health (MOH) to modernize stroke and cardiovascular care across Ukraine.
- The nationwide initiative aims to address the growing need for timely and effective stroke treatment, exacerbated by war-related challenges and displacement.
Addressing the Growing Need for Stroke Care in Ukraine
The demand for stroke care in Ukraine has
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HelloHero Secures Funding to Expand Access to Mental Healthcare
What You Should Know:
- HelloHero, a provider of technology-enabled mental health and behavioral care solutions, today announced a multi-million dollar investment from Decathlon Capital Partners.
- HelloHero will repay its investment through future revenues, thanks to a flexible funding package from Decathlon Capital Partners. This non-dilutive funding model allows the company to retain full control and ownership while fueling its growth and expansion.
Addressing the Growing
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AVIA Appoints Clay Holderman as New CEO
What You Should Know:
- AVIA, the nation's leading digital transformation partner for health systems, today announced the appointment of Clay Holderman as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective February 10th.
- Holderman brings over two decades of experience in healthcare leadership, having served as President and CEO of UnityPoint Health, a $4.5 billion health system in the Midwest.
Holderman Bio/Background
Holderman's extensive background includes executive roles at
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German Startup Avelios Medical Raises $31.1M for Hospital Information Systems Platform
What You Should Know:
- Avelios Medical, provider of a modern hospital information system (HIS), has raised €30 million (USD 31.M) in Series A funding led by Sequoia Capital alongside existing investors Revent & HTGF.
- With this funding, Avelios accelerates its mission to become the leading operating system for intelligent patient care.
Avelios Medical: Revolutionizing Hospital Information Systems with
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How 3D Technologies are Revolutionizing the Medical Industry
The Medical Revolution Powered by 3D Technology
In recent years, the healthcare industry has witnessed a groundbreaking transformation driven by 3D visual technologies. Once confined to the realm of science fiction, recent innovations in 3D printing, bioprinting, mobile 3D imaging, VR/AR for surgeries, and 3D medical animations are now solving critical challenges in diagnostics, treatment, and patient care.
These technologies are
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Bamboo Health Appoints Ross Armstrong as Chief Commercial Officer
What You Should Know:
- Bamboo Health, a provider of Real-Time Care Intelligence™ solutions, announced the appointment of Ross Armstrong as its new Chief Commercial Officer.
- Armstrong brings over 20 years of experience in healthcare leadership and a proven track record of driving innovation and delivering impactful results.
Armstrong to Drive Growth and Innovation in Real-Time Care Intelligence
Armstrong brings a wealth of experience to Bamboo Health, having held
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Axena Health & Mayo Clinic Partner to Enhance Pelvic Health Education for Women
What You Should Know:
- Axena Health, a medical device company focused on female pelvic health, announced a collaboration with Mayo Clinic to integrate educational content on overactive bladder (OAB) into its clinically proven Leva® Pelvic Health System.
- The partnership combines Axena Health's innovative technology with Mayo Clinic's trusted medical expertise to empower women with knowledge and resources to manage their pelvic health.
Collaboration Integrates Mayo Clinic's
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Little Otter Secures $9.5M for Digital Whole-Family Mental Health
What You Should Know:
- Little Otter, a trailblazer in digital whole-family mental health care, has raised $9.5 million in a strategic funding round led by top-tier impact investors, including Pivotal Ventures, Torch Capital, Springbank, CRV, Next Legacy, G9, Gratitude Railroad, and Carrie Walton Penner's Fiore Ventures.
- This investment brings total funding to-date to $36.35 million, and cements Little Otter’s position as a defining leader in the rapidly growing billion-dollar
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