BY THE DIGITAL HEALTH LEADERS FOR THE DIGITAL HEALTH COMMUNITY
BY THE DIGITAL HEALTH LEADERS 
Neuralink’s ‘Blindsight’ Device Receives FDA Approval to Restore Vision September 18, 2024 The device is designed to enable individuals who have lost both eyes and their optic nerves to see again.
UTHealth Houston Partners with OpenAI for HIPAA-Compliant AI Solutions September 18, 2024 The partnership aims to develop advanced AI tools to assist clinicians and medical students while ensuring the security and privacy of sensitive data.
NIH Establishes Pandemic Preparedness Research Network September 17, 2024 The NIH has launched the ReVAMPP network to enhance pandemic preparedness by researching high-priority pathogens, with an annual funding of approximately $100 million.
New AI Tool Developed to Reduce Death Risk in Hospitalized Patients September 17, 2024 Researchers have developed CHARTWatch, an AI tool that reduces death risk in hospitalized patients by providing early warnings to healthcare providers.
Apple Receives FDA Approval for AirPods Pro 2 Hearing Aid Feature September 16, 2024 Apple has received FDA approval for a groundbreaking feature in its AirPods Pro 2, enabling them to function as over-the-counter hearing aids for individuals with mild-to-moderate hearing loss.
Iris Telehealth Launches AI-tool & Virtual Clinic for Behavioral Healthcare September 16, 2024 Iris Telehealth, a virtual-first behavioral health provider, has introduced two new solutions to enhance the management and delivery of behavioral healthcare across healthcare organizations of all sizes.
Elevance Health to Acquire Indiana University Health Plans September 16, 2024 Elevance Health, the parent company of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, has announced its acquisition of Indiana University (IU) Health Plans.
Salesforce Unveils AI Solutions for Healthcare & Life Sciences Sector September 13, 2024 Salesforce has introduced a suite of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions specifically designed for the healthcare and life sciences sectors.
Rite Aid Emerges from Bankruptcy, Cuts $2 Bn Debt, Appoints New CEO September 12, 2024 Retail pharmacy giant Rite Aid has officially emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy after cutting approximately $2 billion of its debt.
Apple Unveils New Health Features on its Latest Devices September 11, 2024 The new features available focus on sleep apnea detection and comprehensive hearing health management, aiming to address conditions that affect millions worldwide.
Highmark Becomes 1st Insurer to Cover AppliedVR's RelieVRx for Chronic Back Pain September 11, 2024 Pittsburgh-based health insurer Highmark has become the first commercial payer to cover AppliedVR's RelieVRx device for chronic lower back pain.
AMA Criticizes Medicare Pay Cuts & G-Codes September 11, 2024 The American Medical Association (AMA) has strongly opposed the Centres for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed 2.8% reduction in physician payments for the 2025 calendar year.
