The Federal Communications Commission recently approved four proposals and seeks comments on four others to increase telemedicine access for rural communities.
The Federal Communications Commission has fixed its Rural Health Care program “for good,” said FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel.
The commission approved
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The FDA plans to implement artificial intelligence in its scientific review process by 30 June, following a successful pilot. The agency hopes the tool will reduce nonproductive tasks for reviewers amid recent staff cuts. A Chief AI Officer will oversee the rollout and integration.
Peerbridge Health is preparing to submit its next-generation ECG patch, CorMDx, for US FDA clearance this quarter, with plans to launch in the second half of 2025. The rechargeable device is designed for continuous, real-time heart monitoring from the hospital to home, aiming to detect early signs of heart failure and reduce emergency room visits.
Global investment in consumer healthtech increased by 9% year-over-year in 2024, totaling $4.5bn, with significant interest in mental health solutions, according to Galen Growth. While the first quarter of 2025 saw raised confidence and investments, the Trump administration’s new tariffs and sweeping changes to healthcare have introduced new uncertainties.
In addition to broader distribution, Dexcom is investing heavily in software enhancements for Stelo. The 180-day data lookback feature is just one of several planned upgrades intended to improve personalization and user engagement.
While MedTech Europe sharpens its focus on what the EU most urgently needs to advance the medtech market in four targeted measures, the European Commission has also unveiled four priorities for 2025.
GE HealthCare anticipates most of the $0.85 EPS tariff impact will play out in the second half of 2025. Jay Saccaro, vice president and CFO, said the tariff-related burden is minimal in Q1 at about $10 million, rising to nearly $100 million in Q2 and then spiking to around $200 million each in Q3 and Q4.
Peerbridge Health is preparing to submit its next-generation ECG patch, CorMDx, for US FDA clearance this quarter, with plans to launch in the second half of 2025. The rechargeable device is designed for continuous, real-time heart monitoring from the hospital to home, aiming to detect early signs of heart failure and reduce emergency room visits.
