Tag: healthcare

February 29, 2024

A drug that has long been used to treat two common men’s health conditions could have some unexpected benefits. Finasteride — more commonly known as Propecia or Proscar — has treated male pattern baldness and enlarged prostate in millions of […]

February 28, 2024

UnitedHealth is under investigation by the Department of Justice over antitrust concerns, according to reporting by the Examiner News and the Wall Street Journal. Over the past few weeks, investigators have been inquiring about UnitedHealth’s effect on competition in sectors […]

February 28, 2024

Homelessness is a soaring public health crisis, with a record 653,000 unhoused people in the United States, according to federal estimates. Tent and recreational vehicle encampments have exploded in recent years, crowding streets and sidewalks from Portland, Ore., to New […]

February 28, 2024

Water is widely recommended as the healthiest beverage — but what if it’s not your thing? As it’s much easier to stay hydrated if you choose a drink you enjoy, Jordan Mazur, a San Francisco-based professional sports dietitian and nutrition […]

February 27, 2024

The NHS in the UK has reported that an innovative capsule sponge test could effectively diagnose Barrett’s oesophagus, a precursor to oesophageal cancer, in a trial. The trial has demonstrated the test’s ability to reduce the need for invasive endoscopies […]

February 27, 2024

New research from a survey of digital health companies shows that most companies (73%) use standards-based application programming interfaces (APIs) when integrating with electronic health records (EHRs) (Figure 1). In 2020, ONC finalized its Cures Act Final Rule, which codified […]

February 26, 2024

Having a comprehensive data strategy is paramount in the healthcare sector. Data can be both a blessing and a curse for healthcare organizations, depending on how well they manage their data. On one hand, data is the key to unlocking […]

February 26, 2024

Young people turned to antidepressants in greater numbers during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, new research has shown. Use of these medications was already on the rise prior to March 2020, but the pandemic accelerated that trend, according to a […]

February 23, 2024

The survey also highlights the increasing demand for VBC consulting services. Two-thirds of providers venturing into VBC rely on advisors to navigate the complexities of: Care delivery challenges: Optimizing workflows and implementing evidence-based practices. Data analytics: Utilizing data to drive […]

February 23, 2024

The digital health market is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of approximately 25% from 2019 to 2025, according to NASDAQ. Needs for digital projects and initiatives have never been higher. However, investments in the sector, including in […]

February 22, 2024

Over 6.7 million Americans suffer from heart failure, with ADHF exacerbations leading to over a million hospital admissions annually. Frequent readmissions and prolonged hospital stays pose significant burdens on patients, healthcare systems, and costs. Reprieve’s intelligent fluid management system aims […]

February 22, 2024

States are redefining when medical professionals can get mental health treatment without risking notifying the boards that regulate their licenses. Too often, health care workers wait to seek counseling or addiction treatment, causing their work and patient care to suffer, […]

February 21, 2024

The digital therapeutics (DTx) market in the US is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25% from 2022 to 2030, according to a new report. GlobalData’s DTx in Medical report notes that the growing sector […]

February 21, 2024

Food allergy sufferers have a new weapon in their fight against severe symptoms. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given the injectable Xolair (omalizumab) the green light for use in decreasing the risk of life-threatening reactions to certain […]

February 20, 2024

Migraine affects over 1 billion people worldwide, including 10% of children and adolescents. It’s a debilitating neurological condition that can significantly impact daily life. Traditional treatment options often involve medication with potential side effects or limitations. Theranica’s Nerivio REN wearable […]

February 20, 2024

Historically, electrophysiological monitoring confined patients to clinical settings with cumbersome equipment. X-trodes’ Smart Skin disrupts this paradigm by transforming an entire monitoring lab into a discreet, flexible, and entirely wireless patch. This empowers users with continuous, medical-grade monitoring in their […]

February 20, 2024

The study was the first to identify earlier patterns of adrenal puberty as a result of prenatal stress. Adrenal puberty is marked by changes like the growth of body hair, pimples and aspects of cognitive maturation, but does not include […]

February 19, 2024

The types of medical devices available and their use in patient care continue to accelerate. The medical devices market is anticipated to surpass $656B by 2032, and it is poised to reach a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.0% […]

February 19, 2024

Medical device company Sharps Technology is set to enhance its global distribution and sales network for drug delivery systems through new North American third-party logistics (3PL) partnerships and a strategic alliance with Roncadelle Operations. This collaboration aims to leverage the […]

February 15, 2024

Like most people, I am signed up for a savings card from my grocery store. After all, who doesn’t want to save a few dollars on their already-expensive groceries each week, just by scanning your card at checkout? Years ago, […]