The ongoing legal battle between three leading pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) — Express Scripts, Caremark, and Optum Rx — and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has garnered substantial attention. The core of the dispute revolves around allegations that these PBMs have engaged in anticompetitive p
Nuclear cardiology has revolutionized cardiovascular diagnostics and treatment, providing detailed assessments of heart health with minimal invasiveness. The evolution of nuclear cardiology imaging systems has significantly improved our ability to detect and manage heart diseases, benefiting
Geneoscopy, a healthcare company, has announced the commercial launch of Colosense, a groundbreaking at-home colorectal cancer screening test. This innovative, noninvasive test comes on the heels of an impressive $105 million funding round and FDA approval, positioning Colosense as a major player
Telehealth services experienced rapid growth during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, offering critical access to healthcare for millions of Americans. However, the future of expanded telehealth provisions now hangs in the balance as Congress grapples with the impending expiration of
President Donald Trump's executive orders to limit access to publicly available healthcare data and reduce federal funding for medical research have led to significant legal challenges and temporary blocks by federal judges. Federal judges have intervened to temporarily block his policies,
The world of wearable technology has evolved dramatically since the launch of the Fitbit in 2007. Initially, wearable devices like the Fitbit were primarily used to track basic fitness metrics such as steps and calories burned. Fast forward to today, the landscape of wearable technology now
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is an alarmingly prevalent condition that significantly impacts overall health and well-being, often remaining undiagnosed and untreated. Recent advancements in both technology and pharmacology are now embarking on a transformative journey, revolutionizing the ways OSA
The healthcare industry is on the cusp of a significant transformation, driven by the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Margot Brews, Head of Health Risk Management Strategy at Momentum Health Solutions, sheds light on how AI is set to revolutionize healthcare by enhancing efficiency,
Apple has been steadily transforming its array of technology devices into essential health tools. This notable evolution includes the addition of heart rate tracking, ECG functionality, blood oxygen monitoring, and sleep tracking across the Apple Watch and iPhone, which integrates seamlessly with
Telemedicine has revolutionized healthcare delivery, particularly in remote and underserved regions. By enabling patients to access medical services from the comfort of their homes, telemedicine has bridged gaps in healthcare accessibility and convenience. The integration of artificial intelligence
