ŌURA Snags $200M, Hits $5.2B Valuation
Fidelity Management & Research Company and Dexcom participated in ŌURA’s $200 million Series D round. The post ŌURA Snags $200M, Hits $5.2B Valuation appeared first on MedCity News.
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Watch: What Is Medicaid, Again?
Republicans in Congress have suggested big cuts to Medicaid. But what exactly is it? Medicaid, the state-federal health insurance program for people with low incomes or disabilities, is integral to the U.S. health care system. It keeps hospitals and other providers afloat, provides a key source of federal funds to states, and helps provide health…
The New Covid Vaccine Is Out. Why You Might Not Want To Rush To Get It.
The FDA has approved an updated covid shot for everyone 6 months old and up, which renews a now-annual quandary for Americans: Get the shot now, with the latest covid outbreak sweeping the country, or hold it in reserve for the winter wave? The new vaccine should provide some protection to everyone. But many healthy…
Ghosts, Ghouls, and Ghastly Drug Prices in Winning Halloween Haikus
If you dare, feast your eyes on this year’s winners of KFF Health News’ sixth annual Halloween Haiku contest. We received more than four dozen spooky submissions but only a few bubbled to the top of the cauldron. Here’s the winner and the top runners-up, illustrated by Oona Zenda. The judges’ favorites were inspired by…
“Comparisons Are Toxic.” True or False?
by MIKE MAGEE THCB is back from its end of year break, but we are starting with a little catchup from December from Mike Magee. As my wife often reminds me, “Comparisons are toxic.” And, in general, I agree and try to respect this cardinal rule. But these are extraordinary times. So grant me this…
Trump’s Immigration Tactics Obstruct Efforts To Avert Bird Flu Pandemic, Researchers Say
Aggressive deportation tactics have terrorized farmworkers at the center of the nation’s bird flu strategy, public health workers say. Dairy and poultry workers have accounted for most cases of the bird flu in the U.S. — and preventing and detecting cases among them is key to averting a pandemic. But public health specialists say they’re…
Advancing Care Around Diabetic Retinopathy Screening
A groundbreaking initiative leverages AI to improve the process of diabetic retinopathy screening
Startup Atria Health’s Goal Is to Help Cardiology Practices Remain Independent
Matthew Eakins, M.D., CEO and co-founder of Atria Health, describes the company’s origins and the market opportunity
How Imagine360 Saved this Employer 19% Compared to Traditional Health Plans
An analysis by Axene Health Partners revealed that Imagine360 delivered 19% in annual savings—equating to $7.7 million—compared to traditional health plans for Rollins, a pest control company. The post How Imagine360 Saved this Employer 19% Compared to Traditional Health Plans appeared first on MedCity News.