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Remote immersive rehab technology could help veterans receive timely and effective physical therapy
Telerehab, or doctor-patient consultation by phone or video, lacks a sense of touch that makes it impossible for the doctor to fully evaluate her patient’s musculoskeletal movements, says UT-Dallas computer science professor Dr....
IDG TECHtalk
Coronavirus pandemic highlights medical IoT security risks
With more of us connecting with our healthcare providers virtually during the coronavirus pandemic, hackers may find it more appealing to attack medical or hospital systems. Increased amounts of data due to telemedicine and medical...
The Wall Street Journal
ZocDoc and Dexcom on the Telemedicine Boom
The coronavirus pandemic has given the fledgling telemedicine industry a boost as patients flocked online for doctor consultations. ZocDoc and Dexcom CEOs discuss how telemedicine is transforming healthcare.
Science360
REMOTE IMMERSIVE TELEREHABILITATION
Telerehab, or doctor-patient consultation by phone or video, lacks a sense of touch that makes it impossible for the doctor to fully evaluate a patient's musculoskeletal movements, says University of Texas at Dallas computer science...
IDG TECHtalk
Coronavirus, working from home and your home Wi-Fi network
Due to concerns around the coronavirus and COVID-19, you might be working from home. We are, too! On today’s first remote episode of Today in Tech, Juliet discusses if your home Wi-Fi network will be able to handle a huge spike in...
Curated Video
FDA Cracks Down on Telehealth Firms for 'Misleading' Weight‑Loss Drug Claims
The FDA has issued over 100 warning letters to drug makers and online health firms, including Hims & Hers, for promoting compounded versions of popular GLP‑1's.
Curated Video
Amazon Launches Clinic Services in 50 States
Amazon Launches Telehealth Service Across U.S.
Curated Video
Can AI Fight Burnout for America’s Healthcare Workers?
Jeff DiLullo, Executive Vice President and Chief Region Leader, Philips North America, David Entwistle, President and Chief Executive Officer, Sandford Health Care, Fritz Francois, Executive Vice President and Vice Dean, Chief of...
Curated Video
Report: Walmart to Partner with Vet Telehealth Company
Walmart is reportedly teaming up with pet telehealth provider Pawp, giving subscribers unlimited access to vet services via video and text, starting on Tuesday.
Curated Video
N.L. Parkinson's patient receives life-changing treatment from afar
George Martin has had Parkinson's for 15 years. He says a Toronto doctor's ability to actually remotely program his deep brain stimulator — a device that helps ease some of his symptoms — while he was at home in Mount Pearl, N.L., has...
Curated Video
Tech advances for Parkinson's open door to treatment
Neurologist Dr. Alfonso Fasano says a new technology may make more patients in rural and remote areas eligible for advanced treatment for Parkinson's disease.
Curated Video
Alto Pharmacy Raises $200 Million to Disrupt Retail Pharmacy Market
Healthtech startup Alto Pharmacy announced in January it raised $200 million in a Series E round led by Softbank Vision Fund. Alto operates a digital pharmacy that offers services from hand-delivering medications for free, to offering...
Curated Video
Getlabs Raises $20 Million to Expand At-Home Lab Appointments Nationwide and Launches API
At-home medical labs company Getlabs raised $20 million in a Series A round, led by Emerson Collective and the Minderoo Foundation. Getlabs aims to be the boots-on-the-ground partner to telehealth. The company says more than 70% of...
Curated Video
Twilio Using Cloud Communications Platform to Boost Vaccine Rollout
As the coronavirus vaccine rolls out across the U.S., questions remain regarding who is eligible, where people go to set up their appointments and how the shots are administered. Twilio, a cloud platform democratizing communications, is...
Curated Video
Telemedicine Grows in Popularity Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
While Americans continue to live restricted lives due to coronavirus, there is a growing demand for online healthcare. In this deep dive, we examine the pros and cons of telemedicine and the social disparities the service presents.
Curated Video
Managing backlog from COVID-19 could be next health care crisis
By the time the COVID-19 pandemic is finally over, Canadian doctors could face another health care crisis due to a massive backlog of surgeries and procedures that will strain an already stretched system.
Curated Video
COVID-19 pushes move towards online health care
The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed forward a move towards more online health care for Canadians that may become the new normal.
Curated Video
Ontario setting up coronavirus assessment centres, increasing health funding
Ontario Premier Doug Ford said the province is "planning for every single scenario possible," but told families to go enjoy their March break.
Curated Video
Age in America: Providing mental health care for rural teens
Millions of young children and teens who live in rural communities across America face barriers to health care access, particularly mental health care. (Scripps News)
Bloomberg
Doctor Anywhere On Transforming Health Care In ASEAN
Doctor Anywhere Founder & CEO Lim Wai Mun discusses how digital health is transforming health care in the region, plus his company's growth and expansion plans. He speaks with Haslinda Amin and Rishaad Salamat on "Bloomberg Markets: Asia".
The Recount
Can Telehealth Close the Mental Healthcare Gap?
Mental healthcare access has long been an issue in the U.S., especially in rural areas, where there’s an estimated 1 psychiatrist for every 30,000 residents. The Recount takes a look at telehealth use during the Covid-19 pandemic and...
Curated Video
Maternal Health Advocates Welcome Virtual Care
The Public Health Emergency has led to a massive, but temporary, expansion in telehealth care - something OBGYNs are welcoming.
Curated Video
Why Is There A Shortage Of Psychiatrists?
As the number of people dealing with mental health challenges increases, it's putting a strain on psychiatrists and mental health professionals.
Bloomberg
23andMe CEO Wojcicki on Telehealth, Covid Research
23andMe CEO & Co-founder Anne Wojcicki joins Emily Chang to discuss the genetic testing company's business outlook and its recent acquisition of Lemonaid Health.