- Newest survey results from WebMD and the John A. Hartford Foundation engages more than 2,700 patients and caregivers 65 years of age and older. - Survey finds that 3 out 4 patients are not aware that they can demand better and personalized healthcare, known as age-friendly care. - The 28-page report raises awareness about the need for more age-friendly health systems and to promote dialogue to address barriers in elder care.America’s healthcare system is failing senior citizens and managing
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WebMD Acquires Digital Health Engagement Solution Aptus Health
- WebMD enters an agreement to acquire Aptus Health, a digital health engagement solution for health and life sciences companies. - The acquisition includes Aptus Health’s core brands Univadis, EngagedMedia, and Tomorrow Networks. - Aptus Health will continue to operate as an independent subsidiary of WebMD, as the companies build on and integrate products, platforms, and services. WebMD Health Corp today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Aptus Health,
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Philips Launches Expanded SmartSleep Suite of Solutions in US Market
- Philips launches its expanded SmartSleep suite of digital solutions in the US market to ultimately address approximately 80 percent of all sleep issues worldwide- Collaborative efforts with Walgreens, WebMD enhance consumer access to sleep information and solutions- The new SmartSleep solutions are now available for purchase on Philips.com, Walgreens.com, and BestBuy.com. SmartSleep Deep Sleep Headband and Snore Relief Band will begin to roll out to BestBuy stores across the United States in
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Only 15% of US Consumers Used A Telecare Service in Past 12 Months
As consumers integrate connected devices and services ever more deeply into their lifestyles, they bring the same expectation and desire to their health and wellbeing. New research from Parks Associates reveals 15% of US broadband households have used a telecare service in the past 12 months. The new report quantifies the adoption and use of consumer wearables and other connected fitness devices and evaluates consumer usage patterns and desire for new features.It also examines the growing
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6 Patient Influencers Redefining The Healthcare Landscape
Most people are now familiar with social media influencers. They're the individuals who use their popularity to encourage followers to try clothing brands, food, makeup, and gadgets. As anyone who watched either of the two Fyre Festival documentaries now knows, they can be instrumental in getting people on board with things associated with disastrous consequences. There's a relatively new concept in the influencer world. It involves people known as patient influencers doing just as the name
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WebMD to Launch Completely Redesigned Symptom Checker
WebMD has launched a new version of its iconic WebMD Symptom Checker. The tool, introduced in 2005, has been completely redesigned with an emphasis on providing a better user experience and more accurate results. Powered by a sophisticated clinical decision support engine, the Symptom Checker enables consumers to enter symptoms and find the most relevant information quickly and easily so they can make better, more informed health decisions. The new WebMD Symptom Checker features a revamped user
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WebMD and Walgreens Partner to Integrate Digital Health Improvement Programs
WebMD Health Corp. and Walgreen Co. are partnering to integrate new digital health improvement programs designed to improve health and wellness in America by helping and incenting consumers to make healthier choices at home, work and on-the-go. In the coming months, the companies will work together to provide WebMD’s virtual wellness-coaching programs directly to Walgreens customers. Walgreens will also incorporate WebMD content on a variety of health topics, co-branded by WebMD and
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