TELEHEALTH SERVICES
Did you know, Savannah Chrisley built a real estate business after reality TV fame? Her brokerage claims $17 million in sales
Savannah Chrisley has transitioned from reality TV to establish a real estate brokerage in Nashville. This venture has achieved over $17 million in sales during its first 11 months of operation. She focuses on luxury properties while leveraging her industry expertise and personal connections. In addition to real estate, she has developed brands in cosmetics and telehealth.
Ozempic wave boosts US cobblers and tailors as Americans tighten their belts
Consumers in the US are experiencing significant changes in their wardrobes due to weight-loss medications. Many individuals are opting for alterations instead of purchasing new clothing items. This trend is impacting various services, including cobblers and tailors. Discount stores and thrift shops are also benefiting from the rise in GLP-1 drug users. As clothing sizes fluctuate, many people seek more affordable wardrobe options while adjusting to their new sizes.
Polymarket introduces deposit limits, lock-outs to combat trading addiction
Polymarket has introduced innovative tools aimed at aiding users in controlling excessive trading habits. These features include optional deposit restrictions, self-imposed lock-outs, and connections to mental health support. Users can customize lock-out periods and limit deposits based on their needs. The startup collaborates with Birches Health to offer resources for users seeking help. Moreover, Polymarket has founded a Trust & Safety Centre to clarify its commitment to user security.
Prosus Invests $460 million in French health tech Alan
Alan, a French health tech company, has successfully attracted a whopping $460 million investment from the Netherlands-based Prosus, elevating its valuation to an impressive $6.3 billion. This funding will significantly enhance Alan's growth efforts, promoting global expansion and driving innovation in AI-powered products. Additionally, the agreement grants Alan access to Prosus's Large Commerce Model, enabling improved health insurance and telehealth services in its existing markets.
Medicare to roll back at-home telehealth January 2026 — what coverage ends, who qualifies, and how seniors can prepare now
Medicare will end broad at‑home telehealth coverage starting January 31, 2026. Millions of seniors rely on virtual visits for routine care. Pandemic-era waivers allowed telehealth from home with multiple provider types. After the change, most visits require a rural facility. Behavioral health remains an exception. Patients may face higher costs, travel, or delayed care. Medicare Advantage plans may offer alternatives.
Pharma companies announce direct-to-consumer sales and price cuts in US
Several pharmaceutical companies are now selling drugs directly to U.S. patients and offering significant discounts, responding to President Trump's push to lower prescription costs and eliminate intermediaries. These initiatives include deals for tariff relief in exchange for price reductions and the launch of new direct-to-consumer sales platforms.
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Pharma companies announce direct-to-consumer sales and price cuts in US
Several drug makers are now selling medicines directly to Americans. This move follows President Trump's push to reduce prescription drug prices. Companies like AbbVie, AstraZeneca, and Pfizer are offering discounts. A new government website, TrumpRx.gov, is planned for early 2026. Patients will soon have more options to access affordable medications.
Healthtech platform Livlong 365 to invest Rs 100 crore for expansion
Founded in 2021 by Gaurav Dubey, the healthtech company focuses on outpatient departments (OPDs) in healthcare and provides services such as doctor consultations, diagnostic tests, health plans, OPD packages, home care and online medicines.
Apollo Hospitals to spin off digi health, pharmacy business
Apollo Hospitals is demerging its omnichannel pharma and digital health businesses into a new entity, aiming for a separate listing. This move creates India's largest omnichannel pharmacy platform with a revenue target of ₹25,000 crore by FY27. The promoter family will hold approximately 36.5% in the new company, with Shobana Kamineni as the executive chairperson.
Envisioning a career in telehealth space? Check out the in-demand roles, pay and more
The telehealth industry is booming due to rising digital service adoption, creating demand for roles like telehealth coordinators and digital health technicians. Key skills include technical expertise, effective communication, and data proficiency. Entry-level salaries range from Rs 2.5 lakh to Rs 6 lakh annually, influenced by role and qualifications.
Healthcare concierge platform WhiteGlove aims to help families manage aging relatives
WhiteGlove was inspired by the concept of “white glove” services, which offer meticulous attention to detail and a high level of care.
Eyeing a healthcare career? Here are the trending roles, skills and pay brackets you should know
The Indian healthcare sector is booming, becoming an economic backbone with opportunities in healthtech and insurtech. High-end technology has opened doors for new careers, emphasizing the importance of specific skills for success in the evolving industry.
India Inc investing in employee benefits despite constrained budgets, rising premiums, says Plum report
A survey by Plum reveals a doubling in adoption of customizable insurance programs for employees, a 15% rise in maternity benefits, and a 110% increase in comprehensive healthcare offerings. Amid budget constraints, companies prioritize employee well-being, with benefits now emphasizing sustainability. Startups lead in offering extensive health coverage and telehealth services
Pulsar Capital-owned TruDoc buys Mumbai's Wellthy Therapeutics
Wellthy Therapeutics is backed by Ranjan Pai, GrowX and BeeNext. TruDoc Healthcare, the leading telehealth and virtual care provider in the GCC, has acquired Wellthy Therapeutics, a Mumbai-based platform specializing in chronic disease management. Wellthy, a digital therapeutics company, focuses on developing and deploying digital therapeutic solutions across various medical fields, including cardiology, nephrology, and diabetes.
Despite little research or regulation, mind-altering ketamine has become trendy, psychedelic therapy
Prescriptions for ketamine have surged due to for-profit clinics and telehealth services offering it as a remedy for pain, depression, and anxiety, despite limited research on its effectiveness.
Teladoc expands Microsoft tie-up to document patient visits with AI
The integration of AI including Microsoft's services with technology from OpenAI, owner of viral chatbot ChatGPT, will help ease the burden on healthcare staff during virtual exams, Teladoc said on Tuesday.
How to make the best use of telehealth services sitting at home
Telehealth services have made accessing specialists a pretty simple task. There are moments when you require special attention or you might be going through some health issue that needs to be addressed by some specialist. That is where telehealth services come to the rescue, as it enables you to seek an expert anytime and anywhere.
Amazon, UnitedHealth among bidders for Signify Health: report
Amazon's reported interest is the latest sign of the e-retailer's ambitions in healthcare, and comes a month after it agreed to buy One Medical.
Nagaland government rolls out eSanjeevani service
The minister was speaking after rolling out the health scheme during a programme coinciding with the felicitation of three health care units in the state for receiving the National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) in health care service.
New-age firms adopt pet-friendly policies to better retain talent
Pet insurance, telehealth services, pet adoption leaves, and wellness leaves are some of the initiatives companies have rolled out for employees
WTO Ministerial Conference 2022: India must ensure the proposed text incorporates medical services
The WTO-World Bank report concedes this phenomenon, ‘The increasing roles of new players (such as China and India) notwithstanding, trade in medical goods and services remains highly concentrated, with highincome economies representing the bulk of exports and imports.’
Keeping the finger on the pulse: Hybrid healthcare fuses digital and physical experiences
A key aspect of the hybrid healthcare model is a shift from provider-centric to patient-centric or individual-centric care. Therefore, healthcare institutions will need to rethink their care strategies and move towards integrated care systems.
Apollo TeleHealth globally becomes first to get ISO 13131:2021
Apollo TeleHealth, a multi-specialty telemedicine network, has become the first-ever organisation in the world to attain the certification of ISO 13131:2021 presented by the British Standards Institution (BSI)
Microsoft to acquire AI firm Nuance in $19.7-billion deal
The Microsoft-Nuance deal comes as both technology companies gain from a boom in telehealth services as medical consultations shifted online due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
IBM releases Cloud Satellite for any environment
The technology major said its India Software Labs contributed majorly to the development of the IBM Cloud Satellite.
How Covid-19 has changed healthcare service delivery and speeded digital technology adoption
Healthcare evolved hugely during the pandemic as it raced to come to terms with changed medical paradigms and a higher patient load. Digital technology suffused the sector, bringing innovations such as teleconsultation and online pharmacies.
Is telehealth a fad or the future? Practitioners eye expansion beyond the coronavirus pandemic
Consultations via tablets, laptops and phones linked patients and doctors when society shut down in early spring. Telehealth visits dropped with the reopening, but they're still far more common than before.
Celes Care launches virtual clinic for women
Celes Care aims to provide women of all ages with telehealth services delivered through medical professionals in their team.
Healthenablr raises Rs 5.5 crore in seed round
HealthEnablr currently has a network of 5,000 doctors, mainly in Mumbai and Kolkata, and these two cities will be its focus for the next six months.
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