Through a new acquisition, Amino Health will become Capital Rx’s patient-facing care navigation solution called Judi Care.

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Monarch, which launched Tuesday, provides the support and technology to help women’s health providers create their own independent practices.

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GoodRx launched Community Link, a new cost-plus pricing program that allows independent pharmacies to contract directly with GoodRx.

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Arkansas became the first state to pass a law banning pharmacy benefit managers from owning pharmacies, aiming to curb their market power and reduce drug costs. But major PBMs like CVS and Express Scripts are suing, claiming the law is unconstitutional.

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In partnership with Cost Plus Drugs and Waltz Health, Serve You Rx has added Stelara biosimilars Otulfi and Yesintek to its formulary.

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Amazon Pharmacy recently launched a new caregiver feature and expanded PillPack to Medicare Part D. The company says the updates will support medication adherence.

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Lucet, a behavioral health company, is acquiring home care company Emcara Health to offer integrated care models.

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Acquiring FarmboxRx will help Pyx Health tackle food insecurity, a challenge many of its members struggle with. 

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Wisp is now offering at-home testing for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Trichomaniasis and Mycoplasma Genitalium.

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UnitedHealth Group has had a difficult year marked by a dramatic stock drop, leadership shake-up and mounting regulatory scrutiny. Experts point to its aggressive Medicare Advantage strategy and a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape as key drivers of its challenges.

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Health tech companies made several major funding announcements in May. Here is a list of some of the biggest funding rounds.

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In this episode, we’re joined by Margaret Malone, principal of Flare Capital Partners. She discusses the investment trends she’s following in the women’s health space and advice she has for startups.

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Priority Health has partnered with Virta Health to offer a suite of diabetes and weight management solutions to its employer clients.

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Women’s Health Access Matters recently launched the Innovator’s Circle, which brings together leaders from women’s health-focused funds, including Amboy Street Ventures, Emmeline Ventures and March of Dimes.

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A new survey found that 73% of employers plan to maintain their well-being programs in 2025, while 20% will be expanding their programs.

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WellTheory’s $5 million raise included support from new investors Samsung Next, Opal Ventures and Up2 Fund, as well as existing investors Accel, OVO Fund and BoxGroup.

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Virtual solutions for depression and anxiety can lead to clinically meaningful outcomes, but certain pricing models may increase costs for employers and health plans, according to the Peterson Health Technology Institute.

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GLP-1s have proven to be highly effective for weight loss but pose significant cost challenges for employers, according to a recent panel of experts at MedCity INVEST.

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From AI to value-based care, three VCs shared their controversial takes on healthcare during a recent panel discussion at the MedCity INVEST conference.

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ZEM Life is developing a smartwatch that can deliver Narcan to combat a fentanyl overdose.

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WeightWatchers recently filed for bankruptcy. Part of the reason is because it couldn’t adapt fast enough to a rapidly changing weight-loss environment spurred by the rising popularity of GLP-1s, experts said.

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Sprinter Health’s $55 million Series B round was led by General Catalyst and included participation from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) Bio + Health, the Regents of the University of California, Google Ventures and Accel.

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With Medbridge’s new motion capture capabilities, patients can get more accurate feedback on therapeutic exercises while using their mobile phone or computer’s camera.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testified before the House Committee on Appropriations and the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee on Wednesday. He faced questions on vaccines, HHS cuts and other issues.

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UnitedHealth Group announced that Andrew Witty will step down as CEO due to “personal reasons.” He is being replaced by Stephen J. Hemsley, who served as the company’s CEO from 2006 to 2017.

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Omada Health filed for an IPO on Friday. It’s the second major digital health company to do so this year, following musculoskeletal company Hinge Health in March. 

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According to a recent panel of employer leaders, it is important for health vendors to be honest with employers and share their incentives.

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Through a new partnership, Priority Health members will be able to receive virtual gastrointestinal care from Ayble Health.

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Through a new partnership, Babyscripts members now have access to Withings BPM Pro 2, an FDA-cleared cellular blood pressure monitor.

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During a recent panel, several employers shared the strategies they’ve implemented to support employees, including direct contracting and virtual support groups.

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