GE Healthcare and DiA Analysis offer first-ever AI-powered ejection fraction app for a mobile ultrasound. DiA Imaging Analysis Ltd. (DiA), a provider of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered ultrasound analysis tools, today announced that its LVivo EF cardiac decision-support software is now available for purchase for GE’s new Vscan Extend™ handheld, pocket-sized ultrasound. Ejection fraction (EF) evaluation is a key diagnostic criterion driving various treatment strategies in point-of-care
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Cerner and Duke Clinical Research Team Up on Cardiac Risk Calculator App
Cerner has collaborated with Duke Clinical Research Institute to launch an atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) Risk Calculator app, designed as a tool to increase communication between the person and their doctor about ways to live a healthier life and risk factors for heart disease and stroke. The ASCVD Risk Calculator app is now available to providers in the SMART App Gallery and the Cerner Open Developer Experience (code) App Gallery.Cerner and Duke Clinical Research Institute
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Fitbit Unveils Charge 3 with Relative SpO2 Sensor, Launches Sleep Score Beta
Wearable leader Fitbit, today announced the unveiling of Fitbit Charge 3, the latest evolution of its best-selling Charge family of devices. Fitbit Charge 3 features an elevated, premium swim-proof design with a touchscreen display, 15+ goal-based exercise modes, essential smart features to stay connected to what matters most, up to 7 days of battery life, and Fitbit’s most advanced sensor and algorithm technology in a tracker. Charge 3 is available for presale today on Fitbit.com for $149.95,
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iGlucose Integrates with Validic’s Data Connectivity Platform to Simplify Diabetes Management
Smart Meter, LLC, makers of the iGlucose® Cellular Diabetes Care Solution, announced its integration with Validic, a healthcare data connectivity platform. The integration brings a simple, convenient and affordable diabetes management solution to people with diabetes, healthcare teams, and population management programs. The iGlucose solution, which uses cell-enabled technology to automatically transmit real-time blood glucose results, removes complex technology issues by automatically
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Anthem, Samsung, American Well Partner to Provide Plan Members Access to Telehealth Services
Collaboration leverages both Samsung Health and American Well apps to easily connect consumers to high-quality telehealth servicesSamsung, Anthem, and American Well, today announced a new partnership to provide consumers access to a broad array of telehealth services through the Samsung Health app and American Well’s LiveHealth Online app. Starting today, consumers with an Anthem-affiliated health plan and the updated Samsung Health app on their Samsung Galaxy device can now access LiveHealth
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Qardio and UFOA Launch Remote Monitoring Hypertension Program for NYC Firefighters
Qardio, a digital health company, and the Uniformed Fire Officers Association (UFOA) of New York City representing 2600 active members and 5000 retirees, announced today that Qardio remote monitoring solutions for hypertension will be available to additional UFOA’s active members who will now have an easy way to check on their blood pressure anytime, anywhere and share their vitals with their doctors automatically. This initiative is the result of a successful nine-month pilot program conducted
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Cleveland Clinic Adds EHR Data to Apple Health Records on iPhone for Patients
On Tuesday, Cleveland Clinic announced that patients can now access their personal health data via the Apple Health Records on iPhone feature. The new functionality provides another convenient way for patients to access their personal health data in addition to using the Epic MyChart via computer or downloading the app. Both ways provide patients the ability to access:- Allergies- Conditions- Immunizations- Lab Results- Procedures & Vitals- Organized medical information from various
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SMART Brain Aging Launches First Scientifically-Supported App for Early Stage Dementia
Healthcare technology company SMART Brain Aging, Inc. has announced that its one-on-one patient intervention program for aging brain health -- Brain U Online -- is now available to adults age 50+ through online subscription and iOS app, Brain U Lite. The new program is the result of 5 years of clinical trials with more than 3,000 participants at Harvard Medical School/Boston University School of Medicine. Used by the country’s leading memory care facilities, Brain U Online and Brain U Lite are
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Deloitte Integrates Patient Engagement Solution with Apple to Improve Adherence to Treatment Plans
Deloitte, today announced it has integrated its ConvergeHEALTH Patient Connect product with Apple HealthKit, CareKit and ResearchKit frameworks, enabling patients to improve adherence to treatment plans while supporting connectivity to clinical research. This is the latest in a series of innovative additions to the ConvergeHEALTH product portfolio. ConvergeHEALTH is a group of products engineered and built by Deloitte to enable life sciences clients to respond to the shift to
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Valencell Nabs $10.5M to Expand Wearable Biometric Sensor Technology
Valencell, a Raleigh, NC-based developer of wearable biometric sensor technology, has raised $10.5M in Series E financing led by Sonion with participation from existing investors TDF Ventures, GII LLC, and WSJ Joshua Fund. The startup plans to utilize the funding to expand its biometric sensor technology and team. The latest round brings the total amount of funding raised to date to $35 million.Many people think you can create accurate biometric wearable devices by piecing together some LED’s,
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