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The pre-seed will be used to expand the startup's clinical operations and research as well as improve its proprietary clinical protocols.
The health systems say the virtual and in-home care company, called Ovatient, will provide more convenient offerings and a connection to higher-level care when needed.
According to a study published in JAMA Network Open, telehealth follow-up was associated with 28.3 more repeat ED visits per 1,000 patients compared with in-person care.
The virtual care giant reported revenue of $611.4 million, a 17% year-over-year increase, and a net loss of $73.5 million in the third quarter.
Partner hospitals will be provided with telemedicine support and resources to mobilise critical stroke patients.
The health insurer's members will receive free home delivery for common medications through Amazon Pharmacy.
A spokesperson said the company "adjusted staffing levels and other direct expenses caused by current challenges in the economy and market conditions."
The collaboration to deliver the oral antiviral therapy for COVID-19 will launch in the coming weeks.
Consumers can use the tests to detect Lyme disease, vitamin D levels, thyroid function and sexually transmitted infections.
Also, Royal Philips has expanded the roll-out of its AR surgical navigation solution to Japan.