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Digital tools have to do more than just feed people data. They must also keep them engaged and motivate them to make healthier decisions. This is where behavioral science comes in.
This comes roughly two years after Ro inked a deal with Plenity creator Gelesis.
The news comes about a week after AppliedVR announced it raised $36 million in Series B funding.
A systematic review of studies found digital interventions like wearables and apps weren’t effective in increasing physical activity for people in low socioeconomic status groups.
Twentyeight will now offer Spanish language support on its website, in customer services and in telehealth visits and messages with doctors in Texas and Florida.
Led by Nour Nouf Ventures, the round will be dedicated to scaling, plus research and development efforts, the startup announced.
Unlike telehealth, digital health can shift the nature of healthcare from periodic visits to continuous support.
The tool includes transcription and verbal repeat functions.
The Peloton Guide will cost $495 and be available in the U.S. and Canada in early 2022.
Ellume began recalling the tests last month for giving false positive results.