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Alphabet makes offer to acquire Fitbit, health industry group releases business deal security assessment and more digital health news briefs
By Dave Muoio | 05:43 pm | October 29, 2019
Also: OptimizeRx's new platform consolidates its acquisitions; Weather Channel app launches machine learning flu risk predictor.
John Hancock taps Verily, Onduo for new diabetes management offering
By Laura Lovett | 05:10 pm | October 29, 2019
All of the life insurer’s members with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes will have access to the service, which offers savings on premiums. 
Alphabet makes offer to acquire Fitbit, health industry group releases business deal security assessment and more digital health news briefs
By Dave Muoio | 04:30 pm | October 29, 2019
Also: OptimizeRx's new platform consolidates its acquisitions; Weather Channel app launches machine learning flu risk predictor.
Gulf region doctor booking startup Meddy scores $2.5M in Series A funding
By Laura Lovett | 04:10 pm | October 29, 2019
Modus Capital led the round with participation from 212 Capital, QSTP, Kasamar Holdings, Dharmendra Ghai, Innoway and other unnamed investors.
Self-insured employers are playing an increasing role in taking on the status quo to lower costs
By Susan Morse | 03:33 pm | October 29, 2019
Rock Health, Stanford report: Consumerization of health reshaping doctor-patient relationships, data conversations
By Laura Lovett | 02:32 pm | October 29, 2019
This year, 42% of survey-takers reported using at least one digital health tracking tool. 
Weave nears unicorn status with $70M Series D, $970M valuation
By Dave Muoio | 01:05 pm | October 29, 2019
The Utah-based company's platform helps small to medium-sized practices manage their patient communications.
Digital health insights, consulting company Avia scores $22M
By Laura Lovett | 04:43 pm | October 28, 2019
First Trust Capital Partners led the round with participation from Sumitomo Corporation of Americas and Ziegler. 
Cognoa, MedRhythms announce pivotal trials in preparation for FDA submissions
By Dave Muoio | 04:32 pm | October 28, 2019
Cognoa and MedRhythms will be kicking off multi-site investigations of their tools, which are designed for pediatric autism diagnosis and stroke rehabilitation, respectively.
Health benefits, insurance navigation chatbot Sensely lands $15M
By Laura Lovett | 03:34 pm | October 28, 2019
Aflac Corporate Ventures led the round with participation from NMC, Nippon Life Insurance Company, Susquehanna International Group, Sojitz Corporation, Zuellig Pharma and Silicon Valley Bank.