What You Should Know:
- Clarapath, a leading medical robotics company raises $36M in its Series B-1 round led by Northwell Ventures with participation from strategic players like Mayo Clinic and Ochsner Ventures, bringing Clarapath's total funding to $75M.
- The company is on a mission to modernize and transform pathology labs through automation and robotics.
The Pathology Challenge: Backlog, Labor Shortages, and Manual Processes
Pathology, the microscopic examination of
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Microsoft, Mass General Brigham & UW Health to Advance GenAI in Medical Imaging
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- Microsoft has joined forces with renowned academic medical centers – Mass General Brigham and the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (UW School of Medicine) and its affiliated health system, UW Health – to tackle key challenges in radiology and propel the use of generative AI in medical imaging.
- The collaboration between Microsoft, Mass General Brigham, UW School of Medicine, and UW Health represents a significant step forward
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Linus Health Acquires Together Senior Health, Bolstering Early Detection and Care for Cognitive Decline
What You Should Know:
- Linus Health, a leader in early detection of cognitive decline and dementia, announced today the acquisition of Together Senior Health. This strategic move strengthens Linus Health's position in the brain health space by combining its expertise in early detection with Together's evidence-based solutions for managing cognitive decline.
- The post-acquisition integration process will prioritize a smooth transition for clients of both companies. Clients can
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SoundHealth Launches FDA-Cleared AI Wearable for Treating Nasal Congestion
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- SoundHealth, a medical technology company focused on harnessing AI for better health outcomes, has launched SONU, the world's first FDA-cleared AI-powered wearable for treating moderate to severe nasal congestion.
- The FDA De Novo classification paves the way for SONU's safe and effective use. SoundHealth also secured $7M in seed funding to support marketing and regulatory approval for treating pediatric congestion and insomnia.
A New Option for Patients
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Transparency Launches to Tackle Counterfeit Prescription Crisis with Substance Test Kits
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- Transparency, a harm reduction organization providing at-home drug testing kits for any substance, today announced its official launch and formation as the parent organization of the Bunk Police.
- Celebrated for its strong impact in the harm reduction space, the Bunk Police provides critical education and drug
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Pharmacists Take on More Responsibility as Healthcare Landscape Evolves
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- A new report by Surescripts®, a health information network, sheds light on the evolving role of pharmacists in the healthcare landscape. The report, titled "Clinician Perspectives & Prescribing Patterns Reveal Opportunities for Care Team Evolution," highlights key findings on clinician burnout, medication costs, and pharmacist prescribing trends.
- The report is based on a survey conducted by Surescripts in partnership with APCO Insight™. The survey
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b.well Launches Configurable AI for Faster Healthcare Adoption
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- b.well Connected Health, the company powering platform-enabled healthcare ecosystems, announced today it has launched configurable artificial intelligence (AI) architecture integrated directly into its FHIR-based platform.
- Backed by the richest longitudinal dataset in healthcare, this new offering enables healthcare organizations to significantly accelerate the adoption of AI for a wide variety of use cases, while maintaining trust, security, compliance, and
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Sutter Health Deploys World’s First Wearable Doppler Ultrasound Patch to Enhance Safety of ICU Patients
What You Should Know:
- Sutter Health, an integrated healthcare system in Northern California, announced today its decision to deploy FloPatch, the world's first wireless, wearable Doppler ultrasound device developed by Flosonics Medical.
- The wearable Doppler ultrasound patch empowers ICU clinicians with a faster, hands-free method for assessing blood flow at the bedside, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes.
Addressing a Critical Challenge in Critical Care
One of
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Wexner Medical Center Launches Largest Precision Health Initiative in Ohio
What You Should Know:
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and Helix, the leading precision health organization in the nation, are launching the largest precision health initiative in Ohio, aimed at driving better health outcomes and more personalized care for all individuals in the state.
- The program, named Ohio State Genomic Health, will enroll 100,000 participants over four years and will provide important information about potential risks for health conditions by
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Jaan Health Partners with NeuroNet to Improve Neurology Care
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- Jaan Health, a provider of chronic care management and proactive care, announced a partnership with NeuroNet, a national organization representing over 1,000 providers from 80 leading neurology practices.
- The strategic partnership aims to revolutionize neurology care by providing practices with advanced technology to deliver proactive care, improve patient engagement, and increase profitability.
Leveraging Technology for Better Patient
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