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Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Expands Philips Avent Pregnancy+ Program; Nearly 80% of Users Say App Has Helped Them Learn More About Locally Available Maternal Health Resources

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

In addition, close to 1,000 Medicaid-eligible individuals were connected to Michigan's evidence-based home visiting programs through the app, which has been shown to improve maternal and infant health outcomes.

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  • In addition, close to 1,000 Medicaid-eligible individuals were connected to Michigan's evidence-based home visiting programs through the app, which has been shown to improve maternal and infant health outcomes.
  • An analysis of the program’s first 12 months through a user survey illustrates the value delivered to Michigan residents.
  • Almost 80% of users that participated in the survey say the app has helped them become more aware of the resources available to them in Michigan.
  • Through this partnership, Michigan is setting the bar in advancing maternal and infant health during pregnancy and afterward."

Philips delivers strong sales growth, profitability and cash flow; raises full-year outlook

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Monday, October 23, 2023

Adjusted EBITA increased to EUR 457 million, or 10.2% of sales, mainly driven by increased sales, pricing and productivity measures.

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  • Adjusted EBITA increased to EUR 457 million, or 10.2% of sales, mainly driven by increased sales, pricing and productivity measures.
  • Comparable order intake (the order book covers around 40% of Group sales) was 9% lower than in Q3 2022.
  • Connected Care comparable sales increased 10% in the quarter, with double-digit growth in Monitoring and mid-single-digit growth in Enterprise Informatics.
  • Philips launched its ambulatory monitoring offering in Japan, combining Philips ePatch Holter monitors with ECG analysis through AI and advanced algorithms.

Eisai Establishes Theoria Technologies Co., Ltd., A New Digital Business Company To Build A Dementia Ecosystem

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

TOKYO, Sept 12, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that it has established a digital business company Theoria technologies Co., Ltd. ("Theoria technologies") which will accelerate the development of a dementia ecosystem.

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  • TOKYO, Sept 12, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that it has established a digital business company Theoria technologies Co., Ltd. ("Theoria technologies") which will accelerate the development of a dementia ecosystem.
  • Theoria technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Eisai.
  • In addition, together with Eisai, Theoria technologies will develop and provide Sasaeru, an application that helps facilitate communication between people with dementia, doctors, and caregivers by recording Activities of Daily Living (ADL) of the people with dementia.
  • Furthermore, Theoria technologies will promote the development of digital services by strengthening collaboration with other companies.

Philips delivers improved operational performance driven by sales growth and focus on execution

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Monday, July 24, 2023

We delivered 9% comparable sales growth, increased profitability and improved cash flow, against a backdrop of ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical challenges.

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  • We delivered 9% comparable sales growth, increased profitability and improved cash flow, against a backdrop of ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical challenges.
  • Sales for the Group increased to EUR 4.5 billion, with 9% comparable sales growth, driven by growth across all segments and geographies.
  • Diagnosis & Treatment comparable sales increased 12% in the quarter, with double-digit growth in Ultrasound and Image-Guided Therapy, and mid-single-digit growth in Diagnostic Imaging.
  • Personal Health returned to growth as comparable sales increased by 3%, driven by mid-single-digit growth in Personal Care.

2023 Digital Health Market in North America: Featuring Omada, Planet Fitness, Proteus Digital, Sweatcoin and Well Doc Among Others

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Overview and Trends in Digital Health, May 2023 (1 of 5)

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  • Overview and Trends in Digital Health, May 2023 (1 of 5)
    Overview and Trends in Digital Health, May 2023 (2 of 5)
    Overview and Trends in Digital Health, May 2023 (3 of 5)
    Overview and Trends in Digital Health, May 2023 (4 of 5)
    Overview and Trends in Digital Health, May 2023 (5 of 5)
    Leading Digital Technology Investments Made in Digital Healthcare, in % of Healthcare Leaders, March 2022
    Healthcare Services That Healthcare Leaders Are Offering vs Those They Are Willing to Offer in 3 Years, in % of Healthcare Leaders, February 2023 (1 of 2)
    Healthcare Services That Healthcare Leaders Are Offering vs Those They Are Willing to Offer in 3 Years, in % of Healthcare Leaders, February 2023 (2 of 2)
    Total Digital Health Funding, in USD billion, & Factors Leading to the Decline of Digital Health Funding, 2020-2022
    Total Digital Health Funding, by Region, in USD million & Number of Deals, in Absolute Number, Q4 2022
    Total Digital Health Funding, by Segments, in USD billion & Number of Deals, in Absolute Number, Q4 2022
    Breakdown of Deals Among Investors, in % of Investors, Q4 2022
    Share of Healthcare Leaders Who Believe Virtual Care Had or Will Have the Biggest Impact on Improving Care, in %, February 2023
    Share of Trust in Predictive Analytics Across Clinical Settings, by Region, in % of Healthcare Leaders, March 2022
    Adoption of Predictive Analytics in Clinical Setting, by Country, in % of Healthcare Leaders, March 2022
    Share of Adults Who Used Health Apps, in %, February 2022
    Level of Positive Impact That Healthcare Executives Believe AI Will Have on Their Organization in the Future, in % of Healthcare Executives, 2022e
    Share of Healthcare Executives for Whom IT/Security Breaches Are Primary Concerns About Disinformation Attacks, in %, 2022e
    Share of Healthcare Leaders Who Want to Partner Outside Their Healthcare System & Types of Organizations They Want to Partner With, in %, February 2023
    Share of Patients Who Enrolled or Are Likely to Enroll in Receiving Electronic Bills from Their Healthcare Providers, in %, 2022
    Overview and Trends in Digital Health, May 2023
    Share of Physicians Who Believe Select Elements Work Better in-Person Than Virtually, in %, March 2022
    Breakdown of Physicians Who Believe Digital Health Solutions are Beneficial, in %, 2022e
    Top Virtual Health Approach Implemented by Physicians, in % of Physicians, March 2022
    Top Healthcare Areas Where Technology Will be Beneficial, in % of Physicians, 2022e
    Top Digital Health Solutions Physicians are Enthusiastic About, in % of Physicians, 2022e
    Frequency of Using Health Apps Among Adults, in % of Adults, January 2023
    Top Reasons for Using Health Applications, in % of Adults, January 2023
    Top 10 Mobile Health and Fitness Applications, by Downloads, in Millions, 2022
    Share of Adults Who are Concerned About Privacy of Their Health Data on Their Smartphone Apps, by Generation, in %, January 2023
    Frequency of Using Health Wearables Among Adults, in % of Adults, January 2023
    Share of Wearable Owners Willing to Share Their Health Data, in %, 2022e
    Share of Respondents Who Accessed Healthcare via Telemedicine at Some Point in Their Lives, in %, 2022
    Share of Respondents Aged 55+ Who Used Telemedicine, in %, 2022
    Breakdown of Respondents Who Prefer in-Person Care vs Telemedicine, by Categories, in %, 2022
    Preferred Way of Accessing Telemedicine Among Adults, in % of Adults, 2022
    Top Benefits Among Patients for Using Telehealth, in % of Patients, May 2022
    Top Benefits Among Healthcare Providers of Using Telehealth, in % of Healthcare Providers, May 2022
    Top Challenges That Healthcare Providers Faced While Using Telehealth, in % of Healthcare Providers, May 2022
    Impact of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning on Select Healthcare Outcomes, in % of Healthcare Executives, July 2022
    Top Effects of Virtual Health on Access to Care for Underprivileged Groups, in % of Physicians, March 2022
    Top 3 Barriers Hindering Organization's Ability to Reach Ideal Digital Health State, in % of Health System Leaders, February 2023
    Share of Respondents Who Showed Interest in at Least One Digital Health Service, in %, November 2022
    Types of Digital Health Services Respondents are Interested in, in % of Respondents, November 2022
    Share of Respondents Who Accessed Their Personal Health Information Online, in %, November 2022
    Types of Personal Health Information That Respondents Have Access to Online, in % of Respondents, November 2022
    Virtual Visit Types That Respondents are Most Interested in, in % of Respondents, November 2022
    Top Reasons for Choosing Virtual Visits Over In-Person Visits, in % of Respondents, November 2022
    Preferred Virtual Visit Type as per Health Encounters, in % of Respondents, November 2022

FOLX Health Takes Action to Safeguard Access to Gender-Affirming Care After the Passage of SB 254 in Florida

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

BOSTON, May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FOLX Health , a leading healthcare provider for the LGBTQIA+ community, is taking action to address the impact of Senate Bill 254 (SB 254) in Florida.

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  • BOSTON, May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FOLX Health , a leading healthcare provider for the LGBTQIA+ community, is taking action to address the impact of Senate Bill 254 (SB 254) in Florida.
  • An estimated 80% of transgender people in Florida receive their gender-affirming care from Nurse Practitioners and will lose access under this bill.
  • By adapting its operations to meet legal requirements, FOLX reaffirms its mission to provide comprehensive support and care to the LGBTQIA+ community.
  • "Gender-affirming care is life-saving healthcare, validated and supported by every major medical institution," said FOLX's Chief Clinical Officer Kate Steinle.

Philips delivers solid operational performance as supply chain improves and actions to enhance execution start to take effect

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Monday, April 24, 2023

We are executing on our three priorities to enhance patient safety and quality, strengthen our supply chain reliability, and establish a simplified, more agile operating model.

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  • We are executing on our three priorities to enhance patient safety and quality, strengthen our supply chain reliability, and establish a simplified, more agile operating model.
  • Our supply chain improvements enabled good growth across the Diagnosis & Treatment businesses and in Hospital Patient Monitoring.
  • I have met many of them in the last few months, and it is clear that Philips remains a preferred innovation partner.
  • In the US, an economic loss class action, a medical monitoring class action and personal injury claims have been filed.

Philips presents its plan to create value with sustainable impact

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Monday, January 30, 2023

Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG; AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today presents its plan to create value with sustainable impact based on focused organic growth and scalable innovation, with improved execution as the key value driver.

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  • Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG; AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today presents its plan to create value with sustainable impact based on focused organic growth and scalable innovation, with improved execution as the key value driver.
  • Starting at 10:00 am CET, the company will host a webcast with Philips CEO Roy Jakobs, CFO Abhijit Bhattacharya, and other Philips leaders.
  • Today, Philips also published its fourth quarter and full year 2022 results, including the 2023 outlook, that can be found here .
  • To win in these segments, Philips will pivot its innovation model to yield higher impact and better returns.

Philips sees some improvement in Q4 2022 and takes firm actions to address operational challenges in an uncertain environment

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Monday, January 30, 2023

As we are working through the operational challenges, we progressed on our execution priorities in the fourth quarter.

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  • As we are working through the operational challenges, we progressed on our execution priorities in the fourth quarter.
  • We were able to secure more components to convert our order book into sales, although the supply chain situation remains challenging.
  • The previously announced workforce reduction by 4,000 roles globally and other actions are being implemented as planned.
  • In 2022, Philips’ products and solutions improved the lives of 1.8 billion people, including 200 million people in underserved communities.

Worksport Ltd. to Increase Intellectual Property Protection with Hiring of In-house Counsel

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Choksi, a leading IP attorney, has supported domestic and international clients and portfolios for over a decade, protecting complex technologies and global brands through intellectual property.

Key Points: 
  • Choksi, a leading IP attorney, has supported domestic and international clients and portfolios for over a decade, protecting complex technologies and global brands through intellectual property.
  • “We are very honoured that an intellectual property counsel as experienced as Nilay Choksi has joined Worksport," said Worksport CEO Steven Rossi.
  • "We consider the Company’s intellectual property to be a vital asset to protect the exclusivity of our technology, defend our path forward, and provide licensing potential.
  • Nilay will make sure we control and protect our present and future proprietary intellectual property as our product portfolio expands significantly."