Health

Venture capital investments in healthcare AI are soaring: Here’s a look at current and future digital health investing trends, including the AI use case we expect to attract investment dollars.

Walmart’s patient acquisition failure: On the back of Walmart’s $230M primary care business loss, we examine the challenges retail health players face in reeling in patients.

Kroger Health pushes into GLP-1s: Kroger plans to drive more business to its health clinics and pharmacies with a new weight management program.

Teladoc names new CEO: The virtual care giant’s new CEO, Chuck Divita, could be in the right place at the right time to turn Teladoc’s fortunes around.

Consumer trust in genAI-driven healthcare information is waning: It’s a top reason why non-users are reluctant to try genAI for healthcare. We explore what’s driving this lack of trust.

Black, Hispanic Americans more likely to lose Medicaid coverage: We unpack new study findings and explore what needs to be done to effect real change amid Medicaid redeterminations.

AMA considering Change Healthcare lawsuit: While February’s cyberattack may have less of a financial impact than initially feared, Change Healthcare isn’t out of the woods yet. Here’s why.

FDA panel says no way to MDMA: We explore the unique challenge that psychedelic drugmakers face in trying to get their drugs legalized.

Apple Watch, Dexcom G7 now pair directly: It highlights convenience, but won’t be a gamer-changer just yet. Here’s why.

Alphabet’s labs are launching new models for AI-enabled drug discovery. The new hire reveals the company’s increasing efforts to enhance and prioritize its AI investments.

Amazon Pharmacy launches in California: Amazon’s same-day prescription medication delivery service has speed on its side, but still has a lot of catching up to do with CVS and Walgreens.

Social media and AI promote cancer screenings: We explore how healthcare providers and marketers can best use these tools to their advantage.

Sword Health rolls out AI-based care specialist: But the jury is still out on whether AI can live up to the hype in patient care.

Consumers are seeing and hearing healthcare-focused ads on a range of traditional and digital channels. Here’s the data you need to ensure your advertisements are resonating with patients.

Discussing hospitals’ financial state of affairs: The picture the American Hospital Association paints differs from other industry sources. We explore both sides.

Apple’s hearing study explores the prevalence of tinnitus: And we explore Apple’s motivations for the study, as a leader in the personal audio device market.

Waystar plans $1 billion IPO: Here’s why the timing of the healthcare payment company’s IPO is significant and who we expect to receive the lion’s share of digital health funding for the foreseeable future.

Dollar General shuts down mobile clinic pilot: It’s just the latest retailer to pull out of health clinics. Here’s what fewer health clinics mean for rural US residents’ health outcomes.

Why healthcare providers must build trust with patients: Understanding the drivers of patient retention is arguably more important for PCPs than acquiring new patients. Here’s why.

Yale study reveals ChatGPT shows racial bias: Medical racism in the US could infiltrate AI-powered tools designed to help patients.