BY THE DIGITAL HEALTH LEADERS FOR THE DIGITAL HEALTH COMMUNITY
BY THE DIGITAL HEALTH LEADERS 
AI Tool Reveals Link Between Blood Vessel Health & Brain Aging December 26, 2024 A cutting-edge AI tool discovers how blood vessel health significantly impacts brain ageing, paving the way for improved diagnostics and preventive healthcare strategies.
Experts Recommend Steps to Reduce Bias in AI Health Technologies December 26, 2024 Experts present recommendations to reduce bias in AI health technologies, emphasizing transparency, dataset evaluation, and equitable access for diverse groups.
AI Hallucinations: A New Tool for Scientific Discovery December 26, 2024 Researchers explore AI hallucinations—unexpected outputs generated by AI models—as a novel tool to uncover hidden patterns and drive breakthroughs in scientific research.
Commure Acquires Memora Health to Boost Care Navigation Solutions December 26, 2024 Healthcare AI company Commure acquires Memora Health to strengthen its digital care navigation offerings and improve patient engagement, revenue cycle management, and clinical workflows.
Apple’s AirPods Pro to Introduce Health Monitoring Features December 24, 2024 Apple is set to add heart rate and temperature monitoring features to the next-generation AirPods Pro, enhancing the earbuds' health capabilities.
Trump Transition Team Plans US Withdrawal from WHO in Second Term December 24, 2024 Experts reveal that Trump’s transition team is planning an immediate withdrawal from the World Health Organization, raising concerns about its impact on global health cooperation.
Samsung Invests in Generate to Advance AI-driven Protein Therapeutics Discovery December 24, 2024 Samsung invests in Generate: Biomedicines to advance AI-driven therapeutics, with plans to enhance its portfolio of novel protein-based treatments across oncology, immunology, and infectious diseases.
Ascension Cyberattack Affects 5.6 Mn Patients December 23, 2024 Ascension Health disclosed a ransomware attack affecting 5.6 million patients and employees. Sensitive data was potentially compromised, and services were disrupted. The healthcare industry faces escalating cybersecurity challenges, with over 677 breaches reported in 2024.
New York-Based Confido Health Secures $3 Mn in Seed Funding December 23, 2024 New York-based Healthtech startup Confido Health secured $3 million in seed funding, led by Together Fund, to enhance its AI-driven healthcare automation platform and expand services across specialties.
Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan in Talks to Acquire Majority Stake in Omega Healthcare December 23, 2024 Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan is nearing a deal to acquire a majority stake in Omega Healthcare, a global leader in revenue cycle management, valuing the company at $1.7-$1.8 billion.
Suki Introduces Patient Summary Feature in its AI Assistant with Google Cloud Integration December 19, 2024 Suki partners with Google Cloud to launch patient summary and Q&A features in its AI Assistant, streamlining clinical workflows with advanced search and summarization tools.
NIH Appoints Adele Merritt as Chief Information Officer December 18, 2024 The National Institutes of Health (NIH) appoints Adele Merritt as its new Chief Information Officer, bringing her expertise to advance digital transformation and innovation in healthcare research.
In a world driven by rapid technological advancements, the healthcare sector is undergoing a remarkable transformation. As everything shifts towards digitalization, healthcare systems across the globe are embracing innovative solutions to enhance patient care, streamline operations, and address pressing health challenges.
This category, Global Digital Health News, serves as your window into the latest developments in digital healthcare. Whether it's groundbreaking telemedicine programs in the United States, AI-driven diagnostics in the United Kingdom, or innovative mobile health platforms emerging from developing nations, this space is dedicated to bringing you the most significant updates from around the world.
From the integration of wearable devices that monitor chronic conditions to the deployment of blockchain for secure patient data management, the landscape of digital health is evolving rapidly. Each country and region is contributing its unique perspective, leveraging technology to make healthcare more accessible, efficient, and patient-centered.
1. Latest Tech Adoption Worldwide: Discover how countries are leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as AI, telemedicine, wearable devices, and digital therapeutics to revolutionize healthcare delivery.
2. Global Investments in Digital Health: Stay updated on the investments driving innovation, from venture capital funding to public-private partnerships that are fueling the growth of the digital health industry.
3. Government & Policy Initiatives: Learn what leading countries and governments are doing to integrate healthtech into their systems, from national AI strategies to digital health frameworks.
4. Healthtech Success Stories: Explore impactful case studies showcasing how digital health solutions are transforming lives across diverse populations and geographies.
5. Emerging Trends & Startups: Get insights into emerging trends and promising startups that are shaping the next wave of innovation in the global digital health ecosystem.
This section is your go-to destination for staying informed, inspired, and equipped with knowledge about the ongoing digital revolution in healthcare around the world.
Our mission is to keep you informed about the initiatives shaping the future of healthcare. Stay tuned for insights into cutting-edge technologies, policy updates, and success stories highlighting how digital health revolutionizes care delivery across continents.
Dive into the Global Digital Health News section at DHN to stay informed about the latest innovations shaping the future of global healthcare.
