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- French deeptech startup Chipiron today announced it has raised $17M in a Series A funding round to finalize the development of its compact, affordable MRI system.
- Led by Blast, with participation from the EIC Fund and iXcore, and supported by public funding initiatives including France2030 and the EIC Accelerator, the investment aims to make highly accurate MRI technology accessible worldwide.
Tackling MRI Accessibility Challenges
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Abbott to Integrate FreeStyle Libre Glucose Data with Epic EHR
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- Abbott, a provider of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) biowearable technology, has announced a landmark agreement with Epic Systems, a major provider of electronic health records (EHR).
- The first-of-its-kind collaboration for Abbott will integrate patient glucose data from its leading FreeStyle Libre CGM systems directly into Epic's EHR platform across the United States.
FreeStyle Libre Integration with Epic Aura
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5 Ways Trump Administration Tariffs Are Impacting U.S. Healthcare Now
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- Recent changes to U.S. trade policy under the Trump Administration, including a new baseline tariff on imports, are sending ripples through the healthcare industry, creating significant uncertainty and cost pressures.
- According to recent analysis by Premier Inc., while a temporary pause on reciprocal tariffs (excluding China) is in effect until early July, the new landscape presents immediate challenges.
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RadNet to Acquire iCAD for $103M in All-Stock Transaction
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- RadNet, Inc., a national leader in providing high-quality, cost-effective diagnostic imaging services and digital health solutions, and iCAD, Inc., a global leader in AI-powered breast health solutions, announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement.
- Under the agreement, RadNet will acquire iCAD for $103M in an all-stock transaction.
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Based on RadNet’s closing price on Monday, April 14, 2025, the transaction
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Rock Health: U.S. Digital Health Funding Reaches $3B in Q1 2025
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- In the first quarter of 2025, U.S. digital health funding reached $3.0B across 122 deals with the average deal size rising from $15.5M in Q4 2024 to $24.4M in Q1 2025, according to the latest report from Rock Health. The Rock Health report reveals the funding landscape in Q1 2025 continued to exhibit a "David and Goliath" scenario, with early-stage startups dominating deal count and larger companies or startups backed by major funders leading in significant
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Virta Health Cuts GLP-1 Use for Weight Loss Over 50%, Driving Cost Savings for Payers
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- Virta Health, a leader in diabetes reversal and sustainable weight loss through its nutrition-first methodology, has announced early results from its recently launched Sustainable Weight Loss GLP-1 prescribing capabilities.
- These outcomes signal a potentially transformative shift in obesity and weight loss management, offering organizations a responsible framework for covering GLP-1 medications while actively reducing reliance and controlling overall
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How 3D Modeling is Transforming Medical Imaging and Diagnosis
In the 21st century, we are fortunate to benefit from perpetual advances in medicine. Researchers continue to discover new procedures and treatments, and those advances often rely on technology. Improvements in hardware, internet speeds, interconnected devices, and artificial intelligence all contribute to higher efficiency, personalization, and accessibility in treatments.
Technologies such as advanced imaging and modeling (AIM), augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR), 3D printers,
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AI Ambient Scribes Show Promise in Reducing Clinician Burnout, Research Reveals
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- A new report from the Peterson Health Technology Institute (PHTI) reveals that early adopters of AI-powered "ambient scribe" technology, designed to automate note-taking during patient appointments, are reporting significant potential in reducing clinician burnout. However, the financial impact of these tools remains unclear.
- Ambient scribes utilize artificial intelligence to convert patient-clinician conversations into EMR notes, aiming to alleviate the
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23andMe Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy to Facilitate Sale
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- 23andMe, a human genetics and biotechnology company, has announced its decision to initiate voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Missouri.
- The bankruptcy filing is aimed at facilitating a structured sale process to maximize the value of its business. The company has assured its customers that operations will continue as normal and that there will be no changes to the way customer data is stored,
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1 in 7 Americans Now Live in a Pharmacy Desert, GoodRx Reveals
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A silent crisis is unfolding across the United States, as pharmacy deserts proliferate, leaving millions of Americans without convenient access to essential medications and vital healthcare services, according to new data from GoodRx.
- The expanding problem is not merely an inconvenience; it represents a significant threat to public health, exacerbating existing health disparities and straining an already burdened healthcare system.
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