Cure Forward, a clinical trial service for cancer patients, is suspending its services

MedCity News | May 26, 2017

Cure Forward, a Cambridge, Massachusetts digital health startup to connect and enroll cancer patients to relevant clinical trials, has suspended its services, according to its website. The company zeroed in on the disconnect between patients and awareness of clinical trials relevant to them as one way to solve the most costly and prolonged part of drug development — clinical trial recruitment.

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Earlier this year, TELUS Health for Good and Radius Community Health & Healing provided a fully equipped medical van to help bring healthcare to remote communities and wildfire evacuees in Northern Alberta.

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Earlier this year, TELUS Health for Good and Radius Community Health & Healing provided a fully equipped medical van to help bring healthcare to remote communities and wildfire evacuees in Northern Alberta.

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Azalea Health and Particle Health Enter Strategic Partnership

businesswire | August 18, 2023

Azalea Health, a leading provider of fully-integrated cloud-based healthcare IT solutions and services, and Particle Health, an intelligent data platform that aggregates and delivers actionable patient data and insights to healthcare companies, today announced that they have entered into a strategic partnership to foster a seamless exchange of vital healthcare data, streamline communication, and elevate the standard of patient care for the rural health market. With the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape and the growing need for interoperability, the initiative between Azalea and Particle represents a significant step towards overcoming the multitude of challenges associated with fragmented health data. Together the organizations will combine their expertise and resources to develop a cutting-edge platform that optimizes data sharing, promotes data security, and facilitates seamless collaboration among rural healthcare providers. "We are thrilled to align forces with Particle as this collaboration marks a significant milestone in our journey to revolutionize healthcare for the rural health market,” said Brian Kenah, Chief Technology Officer at Azalea. “By combining the strengths of both organizations, we aim to simplify the way healthcare professionals access and share patient information, leading to improved patient outcomes and ultimately, a healthier society. Together, we will empower rural healthcare providers with the tools they need to deliver exceptional patient care in a connected and secure environment.” Key benefits of this partnership include Improved Healthcare Data Interoperability By integrating Azalea state-of-the-art ambulatory and inpatient solutions with Particle's robust data exchange infrastructure, healthcare providers will gain access to a unified platform capable of generating a complete patient health record seamlessly and securely. These advanced interoperability capabilities will reduce administrative burdens, minimize data redundancies, and empower healthcare professionals to make well-informed decisions promptly. Enhanced Patient Care Coordination Through this partnership, healthcare organizations will experience improved patient care coordination across the continuum of care. This includes real-time access to comprehensive patient records (medical histories, test results, and treatment plans) that will enable providers to deliver more personalized care while improving patient outcomes. Strengthened Data Security and Privacy Both Azalea and Particle are committed to upholding the highest standards of data security and patient privacy. By pooling their expertise, they will develop a robust security infrastructure that safeguards sensitive health information, mitigating the risk of data breaches and ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory requirements. Enhanced Management of a Patient’s Health By combining data capabilities of Azalea and Particle, healthcare organizations will be better equipped to analyze patient health trends and manage chronic diseases more effectively. This data-driven approach will facilitate preventive care measures and promote overall community well-being. “The Particle team is excited to enter a strategic partnership with Azalea to truly transform how care is delivered to patients in rural communities,” said Jason Prestinario, CEO of Particle Health. “Combining the insights available from our platform with Azalea's solutions, we are able to put more advanced patient insights directly in front of the providers making important care decisions, ensuring that the right treatment is getting to the right patient at the right time.” About Azalea Health Azalea Health is changing the way health IT platforms connect community-based healthcare providers and patients across the lifecycle of care. Offering a 100% cloud-based integrated solution, Azalea delivers electronic health records and revenue cycle management designed for rural and community practices and hospitals. Quick to deploy and intuitive to use, Azalea solutions ensure better care coordination and communication – enabling better outcomes and a meaningful competitive advantage. About Particle Health Particle Health has built the integrations and APIs that enable a modern, seamless data experience for healthcare companies, with a mission to unlock the power of medical records in an intelligent platform that focuses health back on the patient.

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CareView Communications Expands Virtual Nursing Capabilities through Partnership with Pexip

Businesswire | July 12, 2023

CareView Communications, Inc. a leading provider of integrated virtual care solutions for the healthcare industry, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Pexip, a secure video technology platform. This collaboration broadens CareView's virtual nursing offerings, delivering added value to its hospital partners and their patients. "Partnering with CareView Communications presents a remarkable opportunity for Pexip to contribute to shaping the future of virtual healthcare. Our robust video technology will empower CareView's virtual care platform by ensuring secure, efficient, and seamless communication among patients, medical professionals, and their support networks. We believe that this collaboration signifies a giant leap forward in providing the highest standard of care through modern technology," said Peter McCarthy, VP of Sales, Public Sector at Pexip. By teaming up with Pexip, CareView strengthens its virtual care platform with advanced conferencing and collaboration capabilities. The integration enables healthcare providers to conduct secure two-way video calls, connecting patients, healthcare professionals, family members, translators, and other medical providers. This expanded functionality enhances patient care coordination and contributes to improved patient outcomes. "We are excited about these significant updates and our partnership with Pexip, as they create new avenues for healthcare providers to address staffing challenges through technology and accelerate the adoption of virtual care," said Steve Johnson, CEO of CareView. About CareView Communications, Inc. For over a decade, CareView has been dedicated to supporting hospital care teams with its innovative virtual care solutions. The Company has established successful partnerships with over 200 hospitals nationwide, implementing effective inpatient virtual care strategies that greatly enhance patient safety and overcome critical staffing challenges. The CareView platform, fueled by industry-leading predictive technology and supported by its purpose-built hardware, specifically addresses the unique requirements of virtual nursing and virtual sitting use cases. The CareView team works closely with their hospital partners to understand their evolving needs and deliver tailored virtual care strategies that align with their objectives. By providing healthcare professionals with the tools they need to deliver exceptional care, CareView contributes to improved patient outcomes and a more sustainable healthcare ecosystem. About Pexip We are a video technology company. Our solution powers everything from business communication to secure government meetings, doctors' appointments, personalized banking, and court proceedings. Video creates trusted connections, builds brands, and brings transformational ideas to life. Organizations today use Pexip for seamless, controlled, and scalable meetings to elevate and enhance the video experience everywhere – no matter the technology.

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Verséa Health and iRemedy Announce Strategic Joint Venture

Businesswire | June 29, 2023

Verséa Health, Inc. a leading provider of diagnostics and medical supplies for urgent care centers, and iRemedy Healthcare Companies, Inc. (“iRemedy” or “the Company”), a pioneer in the medical supply ecommerce industry, are pleased to announce a strategic joint venture aimed at providing an integrated ecosystem of services designed uniquely to serve and enable the continued growth of urgent care facilities nationwide. The venture aims to address inefficiencies in the procurement process, bringing a much-needed solution to urgent care providers. The collaboration will leverage iRemedy's industry-leading procurement technology and Verséa's deep understanding of the urgent care sector to deliver a specialized platform that simplifies, streamlines, and enhances the supply purchasing process. Additionally, the platform will provide an expanded ecosystem of services such as tailored content and CME programs designed to support urgent care operations and their continued expansion of locations and service offerings. Tony Paquin, CEO of iRemedy, commented, “This partnership with Verséa is a significant step forward in our commitment to revolutionize the healthcare supply chain. By combining our respective strengths, we're confident that our new platform will significantly improve the procurement process, allowing urgent care providers to focus more on their primary mission - patient care.” Sean Fetcho, CEO of Verséa Health, added, “Verséa Health was born from a desire to transform healthcare to improve quality and access to care, and we believe urgent care centers are on the frontlines of much of that change. We've seen firsthand the challenges faced by urgent care centers, who are often overlooked or misunderstood by the traditional distributors, when looking for services or procuring medical supplies. Partnering with iRemedy and utilizing their robust ecommerce infrastructure allows us to deliver a seamless, efficient, and effective solution. This collaboration is a testament to Versea's commitment to supporting urgent care centers with innovative, practical solutions.” Further details of the new platform, including its official launch date, will be announced in due course. About Verséa Health, Inc. Verséa Health, Inc. headquartered in Tampa, FL, is a transformative healthcare company founded by experienced business executives and guided by an Advisory Board comprised of leading academic and multidisciplinary clinical medical advisors. Through strategic industry partnerships and proprietary research and development, the company delivers innovative, high-value diagnostic and therapeutic solutions to help improve healthcare quality and access. About The iRemedy Healthcare Companies iRemedy is a trusted and reliable partner for acquiring medical supplies. They service over 10,000 healthcare provider clients nationwide. iRemedy guarantees access to verified supplies by sourcing directly from established manufacturers and distributors around the world. Their industry-leading technology and group purchasing power enable transparency and competition, driving consistently low pricing for customers every day. iRemedy is headquartered in Stuart, Florida and has offices in New York, California and Washington, and a distribution center in Florida.

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