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The startup plans to use the funds to develop its platform, launch a virtual care center and expand its care team.
The company plans to use the funding to expand its commercial team, scale operations and develop new products.
The company emerged from stealth in August with $41 million.
Vayyar and Assistive Technology Service (ATS) are options for fall-detection devices as part of the Alexa Together subscription that allows caregivers to remotely assist family members.
The prescription app uses a smartphone or smart speaker to measure breathing.
CareSignal’s “deviceless” technology uses text messages and calls to monitor patients.
The acquisition builds on Best Buy’s previous investments in senior care and remote patient monitoring.
The Alexa Together subscription builds on the tech giant’s Care Hub features that were announced in November.
Published yesterday in PLoS ONE, the data suggests an alternative to the six-minute walk test often conducted in clinics to measure functional capacity.