US Ad Market sees consecutive months of growth: Multiple forecasts suggest macroeconomic uncertainty could be in the rearview mirror.
Digital health startups to watch: We spotlight digital digestive health company Vivante Health and patient loyalty platform Amenities Health on the back of fresh funding.
Tendo acquires MDsave: We’re only seeing the tip of the iceberg when it comes to digital health deals centered around healthcare consumerism.
Peloton and lululemon join forces: The deal will bring Peloton content to lululemon’s fitness app and make lululemon Peloton’s athletic apparel partner.
Only some consumers want telehealth: Telehealth use is declining but it isn’t going away. Here are the trends providers and marketers need to know to improve their services and engage more patients.
Costco enters D2C healthcare: We examine why the retailer’s latest offering is less about healthcare and more about customer stickiness.
Global consumers drift away from digital pharmacies: In the post-pandemic world, more consumers would rather buy medicines and other items in physical stores vs. online. But digital pharmacies aren’t going away.
More millennials want to try psychedelics: Millennials are more open to using psychedelic drugs to treat mental health issues than any other generation. Healthcare providers need to be ready with evidence-based information.
Lousy patient financial experience affects consumer loyalty: Poor billing and payments impact their well-being, too. Healthcare providers, you’ve been warned.
Hospitals are hyped about AI: 63% of hospital execs said generative artificial intelligence is the most exciting emerging technology for healthcare. But they could be missing opportunities to solve their biggest problems.
The medical students are not alright: More students report feelings of stress and burnout than do doctors and residents. Hospitals and other employers need to act now to help them into the workforce.
‘Serious concerns’ surface over Neuralink brain implant: The Musk-owned company is under fire as it seeks initial human test subjects. Musk’s ‘Luke Skywalker’ vision for the technology won’t ease controversy.
Digital health startups to watch: We spotlight medication adherence company Sempre Health and virtual exercise program Bold on the back of fresh funding.
WeightWatchers, Abbott partner on digital diabetes program: We unpack the offering and explore how the companies can get patients living with diabetes to enroll.
Doctors have strong opinions on where healthcare ads should appear: 61% of doctors trust healthcare ads on professional websites vs. on other websites. But almost half are bothered seeing those ads on consumer websites.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss what "Dr. ChatGPT" is most likely to help with, how close it is to replacing your physician, and why it might not be ready for the patient exam room just yet. "In Other News," we talk about the US government's efforts to bring down prescription drug costs and the prevalence of health-related misinformation on social media. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Rajiv Leventhal and Lisa Phillips.
One Medical subscriptions could become a Prime benefit: Amazon is looking to add primary care services to its $139-a-year Prime membership. That just might appeal to young adults worried about the cost of healthcare.
Seniors are confused by Medicare Advantage marketing: With 43 different MA plans to choose from, eligible members are likely to ignore marketing about new plans—unless they get the information they’re looking for.
How consumers perceive healthcare and pharma: They rate the sectors negatively compared with most other US industries. Here’s what it means for providers and drug developers.
Amazon explores standalone subscriptions as Prime user growth slows: The retailer could roll out separate grocery and healthcare membership services as early as this year.