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Digital health literacy as a social determinant of health

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The release of final rules from the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT regarding the 21st Century Cures Act have shined a renewed spotlight on patients' ability to take control of their own health data.

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Telstra Health tapped for virtual health monitoring of international travellers in Tasmania

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

The suite of health solutions is capable of supporting up to 350 concurrent guests, according to Diane Campbell, business development manager of Telstra Health's Hospitals Division. Enterprise Taxonomy: Digital Health Technology. ON THE RECORD.

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The Digital Health Consumer According to Rock Health

Health Populi

Six in 10 Americans looked for reviews of healthcare providers online, another new-normal consumer digital health activity. But only one in four people had used wearable technology for health, and one in five had participated in a live video telemedicine encounter. In the meantime, in the U.S.,

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What exactly is HealthTech? What is the difference between Digital Health and HealthTech?

Lloyd Price

Wearable devices: These are devices that are worn on the body and can track health data such as heart rate, sleep, and activity levels. Telehealth: This is the delivery of healthcare services remotely, using technology such as video conferencing or phone calls. In other words, digital health is a subset of healthtech.

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Spotify Health: Big Tech's latest new entrant into Healthcare

Lloyd Price

Neko Health develops AI-powered body scanners that can be used to diagnose health problems early on. Spotify plans to use Neko Health's technology to develop new features for its music streaming service, such as personalized playlists based on a user's health data.

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3 Ways Remote Patient Monitoring Saves Billions

DrKumo Remote Patient Monitoring

Application and device examples include video conferences with medical professionals, mobile or tablet-based patient education, home medical devices, and tools to monitor medication, diet, and exercise compliance. In a patient’s home, RPM supports patients, doctors, and care coordinators in monitoring and providing continuous care.

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Emerging trends in the European HealthTech M&A market 2023

Lloyd Price

The key trends that are expected to shape the market in 2023 include: Increased focus on digital health: Healthcare companies are increasingly looking to acquire digital health businesses in order to improve their offerings and stay ahead of the competition.