Technology

A postponed launch and technical hurdles have hampered the testing phase of digital prescriptions in Germany, and the country now enters a prolonged piloting phase at the start of 2022.

The company merge will further innovate digital healthcare in the UK.

According to a study published in JMIR, providers are generally positive about remote therapy and tele-rehabilitation, but they need more training and support to overcome obstacles like technology hurdles and practical concerns.

As another pandemic year ends, leaders in the digital health space reflect on what the industry has learned in 2021.

Experts share their predictions for the year ahead.

More payers launched virtual-first plans, insurtechs went public, and the digital mental health space brought in plenty of funding dollars this year.

Earlier this week Oracle announced the acquisition of EHR company Cerner for $28.3 billion. 

Also, Iktos and the University of Dundee partner to design drugs for tropical diseases.

After pioneering in stroke assessment, the investment will be directed to new therapeutic areas for lung fibrosis and cancer.

Digital health leaders and execs discuss whether funding will continue at the same rapid pace next year.