Genetic testing supply for cancer diagnosis and care outstrips demand
Genetic testing, particularly to determine risk or early detection of cancer, is becoming more prevalent and available yet, in economic terms, supply outstrips demand.
Genetic testing, particularly to determine risk or early detection of cancer, is becoming more prevalent and available yet, in economic terms, supply outstrips demand.
A Kaiser Family Foundation report highlights how healthcare cost growth continue to outstrip wage growth as the prevalence of high-deductible plans continue to tick up.
The Cupertino, California tech giant has hired more than 40 individuals — including technologists and health providers — for its new medical clinics, according to CNBC.
The study surveyed more than 300 "benefits leaders" and 1,000 employees from large companies with more than 1,000 personnel.
New investors taking part in the round included private equity firm Cross Creek Advisors and Madeira Tech Partners.
A specialty drug is a class of prescription medications used to treat complex, chronic or rare medical conditions. Although this classification was originally intended to define the treatment of rare, also termed “orphan” diseases, affecting fewer than 200,000 people in the US, more recently, specialty drugs have emerged as the cornerstone of treatment for chronic and complex diseases such as cancer, autoimmune conditions, diabetes, hepatitis C, and HIV/AIDS.
Apple has launched a website indicating its interest in medical clinics to serve its employees under the name AC Wellness.
Twine Health's program revolves around employees who participate in annual biometric screenings for hypertension, obesity, diabetes and back pain. Program participants work with assigned coaches on goals that matter to them.
Pravata marks a shift for StayWell by helping it diversify its employer wellness offerings with VR-enabled meditation.
One year after Apple and Aetna formed an alliance, Aetna appears to have found someone to lead those corporate wellness efforts.
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
The new funding will be used to add staff and product development to expand its program for chronic lower back and knee pain and to add treatment programs for hip, shoulder, and neck pain.
Humana is betting that getting employers involved will produce better results than some payers have had with purely consumer-facing health and wellness apps.
With the release of the new Equal Employment Opportunity Commission rules earlier this year and the recent clarification by the IRS regarding taxability of incentives, many are concerned and confused as they get ready to launch their 2017 wellness programs
The AARP's lawsuit challenges the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's final rule defining defined what constitutes a voluntary health program and providing guidance on employee incentives.
The move represents an important step into underserved communities. Shopko, based in Green Bay, Wisconsin, serves small to mid-size cities and small towns that may lack medical services.