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BioIntelliSense, a continuous health monitoring and clinical intelligence company, and California-based UC Davis Health, announce the launch of a new in-hospital monitoring initiative for patients hospitalized for Bone Marrow Transplant and Hematology/Oncology services. The transformational program leverages the BioIntelliSense FDA-cleared BioButton® wearable devices, algorithmic-based data analytics, and clinical intelligence system to monitor for subtle changes in
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GE HealthCare Receives FDA Clearance for Digital Expert Access,
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- GE HealthCare has received FDA 510(k) clearance for the new version of Digital Expert Access with remote scanning.
- This solution is the first remote patient scan solution with 510(k) clearance. It enables remote patient scanning and is compatible with GE HealthCare magnetic resonance (MR) devices.
Exclusive Distribution Agreement
GE HealthCare has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with IONIC Health, a global technology company specializing in
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5 Egregious Virtual Assistant Fails and How to Overcome Them
Three phenomena conspire to drive healthcare organizations towards digitization: 1) patient demand for the same online experience as other consumer sites (e.g., Amazon, Open Table); 2) manual processes contributing to overextended staff made worse by labor shortfalls; and 3) unrelenting need to control costs, optimize revenue and streamline workflows.
But one primary barrier stands in the way: the historically poor performance of chatbots.
Let’s face it. Every single one of us has found
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71% of Consumers Believe Generative AI Can Revolutionize Healthcare
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A recent survey conducted by Deloitte's Center for Health Solutions (Center) revealed a growing acceptance and optimism among consumers regarding the potential of Generative AI to revolutionize healthcare. Over half of the respondents (53%) believe that generative AI could improve access to healthcare, while 46% expressed confidence in its ability to make healthcare more affordable.
Generative AI: A Reliable Source of Information
The survey further
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TRANSFORM Trial Unveiled: AI-Powered Approach for Personalized Heart Disease Care
Cleerly, a leading innovator in the field of cardiovascular disease diagnosis, today announced the launch of the TRANSFORM trial at the American Heart Association's (AHA) 2023 Scientific Sessions. This groundbreaking trial aims to revolutionize the way heart disease is prevented by evaluating a personalized care strategy based on Cleerly's AI-powered coronary artery disease (CAD) plaque staging system.
About the TRANSFORM Trial
The TRANSFORM trial is a randomized, controlled trial that
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Mayo Clinic and Ayble Health Launch Integrated Care Model for GI Patients
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- Ayble Health, a digital health platform dedicated to empowering patients with chronic GI conditions, has joined forces with the Mayo Clinic Complex Care Program to create a groundbreaking hybrid care model for digestive health.
- This innovative approach aims to address the unique needs of each patient, providing a combination of virtual and in-person care tailored to their individual acuity level.
Addressing the Silent Epidemic of Digestive Disease
Digestive
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M&A: Aya Healthcare Acquires Winnow AI to Bolster Physician Recruitment
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- Aya Healthcare, a large healthcare talent software and staffing company, has acquired Winnow AI, a data science-driven solution that helps organizations recruit and retain physicians.
- Winnow AI uses artificial intelligence and business intelligence to identify passive physicians who are likely to relocate to a particular region. This acquisition will allow Aya Healthcare to offer both active and passive job seeker recruitment platforms to its clients.
Data
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Talkiatry, Quest Behavioral Health Partner to Expand Access to Virtual Psychiatric Care
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- Talkiatry, a provider of high-quality, in-network psychiatric care, has partnered with Quest Behavioral Health to expand access to virtual psychiatric care services for Quest Behavioral Health's 125,000 members and their families.
- This partnership comes at a time when mental health concerns are on the rise, particularly in Pennsylvania, where nearly 2 million people experience mental illness.
The Need for Accessible Mental Health Care
The mental health
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M&A: UpHealth Sells Cloudbreak Health Business to GTCR for $180M
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UpHealth, Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its wholly-owned subsidiary, Cloudbreak Health, LLC, to private equity firm GTCR for $180 million in cash.
The sale will allow UpHealth to reduce its debt and focus on its growing behavioral health business, TTC Healthcare. The sale is expected to close in the first half of 2024.
CloudBreak Health Background
Cloudbreak Health, known for its Martti translation offering, provides telehealth and video
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Ambiq and Xiaomi Partner on Xiaomi Smart Band 8 Wearable Featuring Advanced Health and Wellness Monitoring
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- Ambiq®, a provider of ultra-low-power semiconductors for IoT endpoints, has announced a new collaboration with Xiaomi, a global provider in consumer electronics and smart manufacturing, to develop the Xiaomi Smart Band 8.
- This new smart band is designed to help consumers define their unique style while providing them with a wide range of health and fitness features.
Xiaomi Smart Band 8: A Reimagined Wearable Experience
The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 marks a
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