Showing posts with label Mobile. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mobile. Show all posts
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Frost & Sullivan: What's Next for Mobile Health?
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., June 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The mobile health (mHealth) market is playing an ever larger role in healthcare delivery and management. With the saturation of mobile applications (apps) that support varied healthcare purposes, from smoking cessation tools and regional allergy alerts to instant heart rate readings, connected health is at the fingertips of end-users.
Frost & Sullivan Senior Industry Analyst Zachary Bujnoch's moderation of the panel, "What's Next for mHealth?" at the 9th Annual Healthcare Unbound Conference & Exhibition on July 19 to 20, 2012 at the Hotel Kabuki in San Francisco, California promises to place a spotlight on the prospects and adversities mHealth industry players face in this up-and-coming market. His moderation will draw from insight gained from Frost & Sullivan's research, Analysis of the U.S. Broadband mHealth Applications Market.
If you are interested in more information, please send an email to Britni Myers, Corporate Communications, at britni.myers@frost.com, with your full name, company name, job title, telephone number, company email address, company website, city, state and country.
Wireless technology has a number of distinctive characteristics that make it an attractive platform for delivering healthcare anytime and anyplace. Wireless networks, ranging from body area to wide area networks, are increasingly ubiquitous. Devices with embedded wireless connectivity are used more often to manage personal health and wellbeing, giving rise to apps like chronic care management, fitness tracking, medication compliance, and diagnostic monitoring. Already, the number of mHealth app purchases is in the tens of thousands each year.
"Today, we are seeing the tip of the iceberg in the U.S. mHealth market's potential," said Bujnoch. "mHealth will continue on a steep growth curve as increasingly sophisticated mobile technologies and relationship-management tools disrupt the market."
Though a number of real barriers remain to be overcome, mHealth technology has great potential for encouraging healthy living. The "What's Next for mHealth?" panel will explore how people are benefiting from the new care practices and solutions enabled by wireless technology and device platforms. The panel will also discuss innovations in wireless health, emerging business models and trends, as well as key considerations in implementing these technologies to improve health outcomes.
"mHealth is an important theme at our Healthcare Unbound Conference, which also covers innovative applications of remote monitoring, home telehealth, eHealth, social media and gaming," said The Center for Business Innovation Managing Director Satish Kavirajan. "These approaches help to manage diseases, promote wellness and facilitate accountable care."
In addition to Frost & Sullivan's participation in the "What's Next for mHealth?" panel, other panelists include Vice President of Product Strategy and Innovation of Macadamian Technologies Matt Hately; Assistant Medical Director and Chief Medical Information Officer of Kaiser Permanente, SCAL Region, John Mattison, MD; Co-Chairman of Health 2.0 and The Health Care Blog Founder Matthew Holt; Chief Strategy and Commercial Officer of WellDoc Chris Bergstrom; CEO of Rock Health Halle Tecco; and Managing Principal of Verizon Connected Healthcare Solutions Nancy M. Green.
The partnership with the 9th Annual Healthcare Unbound Conference & Exhibition is within Frost & Sullivan's Connected Health program.
About The Center for Business Innovation
The Center for Business Innovation (TCBI) organizes conferences and exhibitions for the U.S. and international markets. For additional information, please visit www.tcbi.org.
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Sunday, April 1, 2012
Castlight Health Takes Health Care Transparency Mobile With New Applications and Mobile Web Access
Castlight Health, developer of a personalized health care shopping platform, today announced the launch of Castlight Mobile, a new offering that extends the power of the Castlight Health platform to users’ preferred mobile devices. Available as a native application for Apple iOS and Google Android, Castlight Mobile provides users the flexibility to view health care cost and quality data at anytime and from anywhere. BlackBerry and other smartphone users can also access an optimized mobile Web experience. The mobile products are available today to users at all of Castlight’s employer customers, at no additional charge. \health yahoo\)
Castlight Mobile extends the power of the Castlight Health platform to users' preferred mobile devices, delivering health care pricing and quality data anytime, anywhere. (Photo: Business Wire)
Offered by innovative companies to their employees, the Castlight Health platform transforms the way consumers shop for health care. The personalized, secure platform provides employees a wealth of data about the price of medical services, the quality of physicians and facilities, as well as important educational and convenience information. With Castlight, employers can maintain or improve the quality of employees’ care and lower total health care spend.
“Traditionally, transparency into the cost and quality of health care services has been largely unavailable to consumers. We are changing this paradigm by enabling companies to offer their employees easy access to the data they need to make better health care decisions,” said Ethan Prater, vice president of products at Castlight Health. “Castlight Mobile gives our users another access point to informative health care data, regardless of their location.”
“Many of our talented employees spend their time with customers on the salon floor, rather than in front of computers, so their smartphones often act as their primary computing devices,” said Allison Brown, director of employee services, Regis Corporation. “With new mobile options for accessing the Castlight platform, our employees will have easy access to cost and quality health care information wherever they are. We expect that in addition to helping our staff save money, this offering will also help them become more engaged in their health and wellness.”
Transparency into Health Care Cost and Quality, Direct from a User’s Preferred Mobile Device
The new mobile offerings deliver the key functionality of the Castlight Health platform in a secure, easy-to-use format that is tightly integrated to the Web-based portal to ensure a unified user experience. Regardless of their preferred mobile device, users can find care based on a doctor’s name, specialty or a condition; get on-the-go access to up-to-date health plan information; and keep critical health care information – such as specialists and family doctors – in one place.
“Today, when doctors recommend specialists, most people will take their word for it,” added Prater. “We’re all about ensuring that health care consumers are better informed – no matter where they are. With Castlight Health’s mobile offerings, users can become more informed about the care they’re receiving and paying for, before they go.”
To learn more about the Castlight Health Mobile, please visit: www.castlighthealth.com/mobile.
About Castlight Health
Castlight Health enables employers, their employees, and health plans to take control of health care costs and improve care. Named #1 on The Wall Street Journal’s list of “The Top 50 Venture-Backed Companies” for 2011 and one of Dow Jones’ 50 Most Investment-Worthy Technology Start-Ups, Castlight Health helps the country’s self-insured employers and health plans empower consumers to shop for health care. Castlight Health is headquartered in San Francisco and backed by prominent investors including Venrock, Oak Investment Partners, Maverick Capital, Morgan Stanley Investment Management, Wellcome Trust, Cleveland Clinic, and U.S. Venture Partners. For more information, please visit our web site at http://www.castlighthealth.com or call (415) 829-1400.
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Monday, March 12, 2012
Continua Health Alliance Announces Certification of First Mobile Solution Suitable for Apple Mobile Devices and Wide ...
BEAVERTON, Ore., March 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Continua Health Alliance, the international industry organization dedicated to advancing personal connected health by promoting end-to-end, plug-and-play connectivity of personal health devices and establishing industry standards for interoperability, today announced two new certifications for mobile health technologies. Vignet, Inc., a Continua member company, was certified by Continua for its iPhone Mobile Manager, the first solution for Apple mobile devices that meets Continua standards for interoperability. It is also the first solution to incorporate Continua's WAN (wide area network) guidelines for mobile applications. Vignet demonstrated its Continua-certified solutions last week at Continua's Spring Summit in Austin, TX.
The Vignet iPhone Mobile Manager is a Continua certified software manager that can be easily customized and adapted by various mobile applications and service providers. Implemented using Continua WAN guidelines, the Vignet Mobile Manager enables developers to build custom applications, and connects with other certified personal health devices such as weight scales, blood pressure cuffs or pedometers. It also facilitates integration with various interoperable servers to securely deliver personal connected health data and information.
"We are delighted to recognize Vignet as the first company to have a Continua certified product for Apple iOS mobile devices based on our WAN guidelines. It is another important step in creating an ecosystem of compatible devices and technology to help individuals and their healthcare providers better manage their health and wellness, any time, anywhere," said Chuck Parker, executive director, Continua Health Alliance.
Continua Health Alliance offers a testing and certification program with a recognizable logo that signifies interoperability according to industry standards. Continua certification enables more efficient, standardized development and new market opportunities for interoperable products such as smartphones, dedicated wireless hubs, the Internet and personal health devices that can be used to collect and relay vital health information and education.
"With Continua certification, device manufacturers and solutions providers know that our Mobile Manager is going to link up," added Praduman Jain (PJ), CEO, Vignet. "Now Continua connected health solutions can be rapidly adapted to work on a variety of servers and devices, saving developers significant development time. We are pleased to support the use of mobile phones in providing readily available and convenient personal connected health solutions to improve patient self-management and wellness."
For healthcare delivery, a WAN is a telecommunication network used to transmit collected data securely to medical records storage locations, and between different LANs (local area network) and other types of networks, so that computers or devices in one location can communicate with services or storage in other locations, such as Electronic Health Records (EHRs) or Personal Health Records (PHRs).
About Vignet, Inc.
Vignet is a pioneer in the person-centric mobile healthcare (mHealth) solutions that connect multiple devices belonging to any person with multiple healthcare data sources, networks and caregivers. Vignet's mHealth applications enable a system that is Predictive, Preventive, Personalized, and Participatory. As a contributing member of Continua Health Alliance, Vignet has been a leader of mobile health innovation. Headquartered in Washington, DC, Vignet has an established track record of providing valuable solutions to many parts of the healthcare industry. For more information visit: www.vignetcorp.com.
About Continua Health Alliance
Continua Health Alliance is an international not-for-profit industry organization enabling end-to-end, plug-and-play connectivity of personal health devices and services. These services will empower information-driven health self-management and facilitate the incorporation of health and wellness into the day-to-day lives of consumers. Continua is a pioneer in establishing industry standards and security for connected health technologies such as smartphones, gateways and remote monitoring devices. Its activities include a certification and brand support program, events and collaborations to support technology and clinical innovation, and outreach to employers, payers, governments and care providers. With nearly 250 member companies reaching across the globe, Continua is comprised of technology, medical device and healthcare industry leaders and service providers dedicated to making personal connected health a reality. For more information visit: www.continuaalliance.org.
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Health Canada Approves Medical Device License for CARESTREAM DRX-Revolution Mobile X-Ray System
Sun, Mar 4, 2012, 5:58 PM EST - U.S. Markets closed
Sorry, I could not read the content fromt this page.Thursday, March 1, 2012
Health Canada Approves Medical Device License for CARESTREAM DRX-Revolution Mobile X-Ray System
Thu, Mar 1, 2012, 10:54 AM EST - U.S. Markets close in 5 hrs 6 mins
Sorry, I could not read the content fromt this page.Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Epion Health Wins First Place at Mobile Health Conference
NEWARK, NJ--(Marketwire -02/13/12)- Epion Health's mobile platform, for use at the point of care, was selected as the winner in the health care category in a competition hosted by The New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). At the symposium, sponsored in part by mHealthcon, leaders in life science, mhealth and digital innovations were brought together with potential investors. This year's event showcased 43 competing companies.
The winning mhealth platform from Epion Health allows physician practices to provide a tool that enables patients to become more involved in their own care. The service also provides physicians access to the latest medical apps and interactive content.
In medical offices using the new service, patients receive an electronic tablet provided by Epion for their use while waiting. Alternatively, patients can access content on their smart phone or other mobile device to learn more about their health and prepare for their office visit.
Physicians use the mobile platform to access health information and pre-loaded medical apps such as drug references, dosage calculators, health assessments and other digital tools, thus providing them with helpful resources to improve the delivery of care. They can also download content and apps to their own mobile devices.
Epion Health provides device independent, point-of-care information services, delivering a wide variety of medical information and applications to patients and physicians. For further information about Epion Health, visit the company's website at www.epionhealth.com.
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Monday, January 23, 2012
LifeWise Health Plan of Washington Brings Members First Time Access to Mobile Tool for Managing Their Health Plan
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Sorry, I could not read the content fromt this page.LifeWise Health Plan of Oregon Brings Members First Time Access to Mobile Tool for Managing Their Health Plan
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Sorry, I could not read the content fromt this page.Friday, January 13, 2012
WHO warning over mobile tower radiation ignored
It's been 9 months since the WHO warned of a cell phone and mobile tower radiation leading to increased risks of cancer.So what has the government done to protect you and raise awareness on the potential risks and do's and dont's. The issue of radiation itself that we are exploring covers two major areas. The first - radiation from mobile phone towers that have cropped up all over cities over the last decade posing a huge health risk. The second is radiation from cellphone that you and me are exposed to on a day to day basis out of regular usage and which there's seemingly no getting away from.
Thursday, January 12, 2012
RedBrick Health Launches RedBrick Mobile, Bringing Consumers On-the-go Access to its Engaging Health Improvement Tools ...
MINNEAPOLIS , Jan. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- RedBrick Health, a leader in consumer health engagement technology, announced today the launch of RedBrick Mobile, providing its rapidly expanding user base on-the-go access to RedBrick's innovative employee health engagement tools and applications. With mobile access changing the game in employee health and wellness, RedBrick's Health Management Innovation Lab developed one of the industry's most comprehensive mobile suites so users could incorporate RedBrick's programs into their daily life.
"Research shows that consumers are increasingly relying on smartphones as their primary information resource," said Daniel Ryan, chief executive officer for RedBrick Health. "With this in mind, we are thrilled to provide our clients mobile access to the best of RedBrick's online features so their employees can more easily track progress, take part in social networked games and challenges, and ultimately reach their individual health improvement goals."
RedBrick Mobile is fully integrated with RedBrick's suite of online and telephone-delivered services, providing the consumer a uniquely seamless experience across web, mobile device, and live support services. Through RedBrick Mobile, employees and dependents of RedBrick's corporate clients can now join health improvement programs, track activity, earn rewards and participate within social health games. All of these programs are available in both English and Spanish, as RedBrick Mobile features a category-first translator button that allows users to switch the entire mobile suite instantaneously into their preferred language.
"We are excited to be introducing RedBrick Mobile to our associates in conjunction with our company-wide Be Fit Challenge, a team based activity challenge being rolled out in late January" says Tamara Storbakken , Benefits Manager at Brookdale Senior Living. "Providing our associates access to RedBrick's programs and challenge engine via their mobile phones will increase engagement by making it easier for them to participate and record activity resulting in small, positive health decisions every day."
About RedBrick Health
RedBrick is a health engagement technology company that helps employers reinvigorate their health & wellness programs. The company combines financial accountability, clinical and behavioral insight, social and game mechanics and powerful data analytics to create a personalized and persuasive experience delivered through web, mobile and live interactions. As a result, RedBrick drives healthy behaviors, better outcomes, and stronger returns on everyone's investment in health. The company serves large, self-insured employers and strategic distribution partners. Visit RedBrick at redbrickhealth.com, read more at healthinnovationblog.com or follow the company at twitter.com/redbrickhealth.
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Food 4 Thought - Mobile vendor with no refrigerator shutdown near Pharr
Kitchen cops in Hidalgo County ordered a mobile taco stand closed after it was discovered in operation without proper refrigeration for food. Taqueria El Pio off Jackson Road near Dicker, in the area South of Pharr, scored 31 demerits on a health inspection report. It was the dirtiest kitchen exposed this week on Food 4 Thought. An inspector told the Food Patrol that he was shocked to see workers using a small portable cooler in lieu of a refrigerator. The taqueria was deemed a public health risk because foods weren't maintained at proper temperature. The list of violations didn't end there. There were also no hairnets, no soap or paper towels for proper sanitation, no health permit on site and no certified food handlers on duty as required by the county, according to the report. Click on the video link to see what other kitchens were exposed this week on Food 4 Thought!
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Top Performers List
Low Performers List
Weekly Low Performer List: (total # of demerits)
Hidalgo Co.
Tacos El Fogon Jackson Rd near Dicker (24) *No Soap or Towels, No County Food Certification*
Taqueria El Pio Jackson Rd near Dicker (31) *Shutdown, No Refrigerator*
Pharr
Aziz 802 N Jackson (21) *Mildew in Ice Machine, Expired Products*
Weekly Top Performer List: (zero demerits)
McAllen
City Café 2901 N 10th St
Brownsville
Stick's Bar & Grill 3254 Boca Chica
Edinburg
Hungry Howies 313 S Sugar Rd
McDonald's 4101 S McColl
McDonald's 1724 W University
Dairy Queen 1224 W University
Pizza Patron 3911 S McColl
Subway 1102 W Trenton Rd
SPI
Bada Bing Bagels 1817 Padre Blvd
La Joya
Church's 678 E Hwy 83
El Pato 600 E Exp 83
San Juan
Delia's 106 W Nolana
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