What Happened to Olive AI, Raising Awareness in Mental Health, AI in US Healthcare and more.
The latest ideas, people, innovations and technologies that are shaping the future of healthcare.
Hi, Kevin McDonnell here. Thank you for reading my latest newsletter. Every week I share my round-up of the most interesting stories from the world of Digital Health I've been reading so you can find the ideas, people, innovations and technologies that are shaping the future of healthcare. I hope you enjoy them! Happy reading! Don't forget to follow me on LinkedIn for more daily insights.
Last time we had an epidemic as severe as this we went into a national lockdown, so why are we still just raising awareness in mental health? - In her insightful guest article, Dr Melinda Rees describes our current reality in the UK where the greatest ever need for mental health support is met with silence from those with the power to take action. The nation stands at a crossroads, grappling with the unconscionable consequences of pervasive mental distress.
Will Clinicians Become Dependent on Artificial Intelligence Tools? - Algorithms can now parse through medical imaging with a precision that rivals and sometimes surpasses the human eye. Predictive analytics harness vast data swathes, predicting patient outcomes with an accuracy that is both exhilarating and, to some, slightly unnerving.
Olive AI's Strategic Business Sale Marks a Shift in HealthTech Dynamics - Olive AI, which had previously achieved a lauded unicorn status – a private company valued at over $1 billion – was known for its AI-powered tools to automate healthcare administrative tasks has recently decision to divest its businesses, specifically its payer and provider solutions
Kalium Health opens Series A round to enter US market - Chronic kidney disease (CKD) presents a formidable challenge to healthcare systems worldwide. Kalium Health, a Cambridge University spin-out, has embarked on a pivotal journey to transform the landscape of cardiorenal monitoring.
UK patient data project reaches 1 million volunteers - In a remarkable stride towards transformative healthcare research, the United Kingdom's Our Future Health programme has achieved a significant milestone by enlisting its millionth volunteer. This ambitious NHS-led initiative, which commenced merely a year ago, is on a mission to amass a comprehensive genetic and health data repository.
Intelligent Health Unveils Groundbreaking Workplace Wellbeing Programme - Intelligent Health announces the launch of its pioneering Workplace Wellbeing Programme, a comprehensive initiative designed to support the physical, mental, and emotional health of employees navigating the post-pandemic landscape.
AI In Healthcare: Four Key Directives From The Biden Administration - The Biden administration has issued a pivotal Executive Order with four key directives aimed at steering the development and application of AI within the healthcare sector towards a trajectory that is safe, equitable, and governed by stringent oversight.
Female-led Black Opal Ventures Raises $58M for Inaugural Healthtech VC Fund - The New York-based venture capital firm, co-founded by Dr. Tara Bishop and Eileen Tanghal, has successfully raised $58 million for its inaugural health-tech fund. The fund's inception is not just about the capital amassed; it's about the potential for transformative change in the healthcare sector through technology.
25% of US medical students are debating dropping out - A report by Elsevier Health has brought to light that a staggering 25% of medical students in the United States are contemplating discontinuing their studies. This figure starkly contrasts with the global percentage of 12%, indicating a unique and worrying trend within the US healthcare education system.
Revolutionising Patient Care: Exploring the Groundbreaking Benefits of Virtual Wards - The inception of virtual wards, a concept that might have seemed like a distant future not long ago, is now a palpable reality, thanks to the ongoing advancements in healthcare technology.
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