Babylon Health bought two California-based medical practices as it charts a broader expansion across the U.S. But it's still facing questions about the safety of its AI chatbot in the U.K., where the company is based.
In what was reported as an "unprecedented backlash," trade groups representing U.K. drugmakers - as well as four other industries - for the first time expressed concerns about a possible Brexit deal, having previously been more concerned about a possible no-deal Brexit.
As technology advances, AI-powered tools will increasingly reduce the administrative burdens on healthcare providers.
The Swiss drugmaker is concerned that a no-deal Brexit would disrupt delicate supply chains and urged the UK and EU to provide clarity in order to minimize disruptions.
The agreement would have allowed UK pharmaceutical regulations to remain under EMA authority after Brexit. Uncertainty around the planned withdrawal has caused worry in the life sciences sector.
Ian Hudson, CEO of the MHRA, will step down in September 2019. He cited the country's withdrawal from the European Union as a key factor.
The Fitch Solutions report, released this week, notes that the number of clinical trials taking place in the UK has already fallen more than 25 percent.
The future looks bright for the integrated specialty pharmacy model – for health systems, providers, and most importantly, for patients.