RB Coughs Up For Digital Diagnostic Development

Reckitt will work with former Sanofi partner ResApp to develop a consumer app which can diagnose common respiratory issues. The partnership represents RB's latest move into the digital space for its Health business.

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Reckitt Benckiser Group PLC is seeking to expand its fledgling digital health offering by collaborating with Australia’s ResApp Health on a diagnostic tool for consumers.

The companies have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a smartphone app for consumers that utilizes ResApp’s existing technology...

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