Health and Wellness

According to an analysis published in JAMA Network Open, many mental health apps provided similar offerings, but frequently lacked accessibility features.

Adam Wolfberg, chief medical officer at Current Health, explains how the company fits into Best Buy Health's strategy and where the focus lies in the new year.

It plays brain wave-based synchronised sounds to help users get into a deep sleep.

According to the study published in npj Digital Medicine, high scores for depressive symptoms and lower-than-excellent self-rated health were associated with less smartwatch use.

Also, Lunit signed multiple contracts this week to deliver its AI imaging software in Hong Kong, Mongolia, and Brazil.

The U.S. International Trade Commission determined Apple Watches with ECG functionality violate AliveCor patents, but an import ban is on hold until appeals wrap up in a case before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's Patent Trial and Appeal Board.

DailyEndorphin's corporate team challenges will be added to Wellable's Wellness Platform.

The execs spotlight the year's rise of home healthcare, drop in digital health investment and expanded use of AI, in addition to the value of virtual care.

The startup offers access to advocates who can help family caregivers make plans or solve problems as well as a digital health platform.

Some experts assert the legislation is preemptive and may stifle innovation, while others argue it has the potential to improve patient access to meaningful healthcare.