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Healthy.io Acquires Labrador Health, Advancing the Future of At-Home Kidney Diagnostics
Healthy.io has announced the acquisition of Labrador Health, a startup specializing in quantitative home testing technology. This acquisition aims to enhance Healthy.ios mission of transforming home-based diagnostics with lab-quality accuracy using smartphones. The integration of Labradors technology will enable the launch of a next-generation quantitative at-home kidney test by 2026, addressing the global care-gap in Chronic Kidney Disease. The acquisition will also see Labradors team joining Healthy.io, focusing on scalable, high-impact offerings. Healthy.ios existing semi-quantitative products have already improved access and early detection of kidney disease. The acquisition is expected to redefine kidney health monitoring and management, bringing precise care directly to patients worldwide.
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/PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of World Kidney Day, the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) and Healthy.io are proud to partner in offering free kidney health...
/PRNewswire/ -- Healthy.io, the global leader in transforming the smartphone camera into a medical device, announced the results of a new study at the American...
Healthy.io, a leader in digital health, announced the results of a study demonstrating the high accuracy of its Minuteful Kidney Test, an FDA-cleared at-home test for detecting albuminuria, a marker for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Conducted in collaboration with Birdrock Laboratories and Dr. Navdeep Tangri, the study showed a 96.4% sensitivity rate, surpassing industry standards. The test offers a convenient, cost-effective solution for early CKD detection, addressing barriers to access and potentially improving patient outcomes. With 37 million U.S. adults affected by CKD, the Minuteful Kidney Test could significantly enhance early diagnosis and management, especially in underserved communities. The study was presented at the American Society of Nephrologys Kidney Week in San Diego.
/PRNewswire/ -- Healthy.io is proud to announce its selection as a Winner of the 2024 Digital Health Hub Awards, hosted by The Digital Health Hub Foundation at...
Healthy.io, a leader in digital health, has been recognized as a winner in the Best in Class - Home Health Diagnostic category at the 2024 Digital Health Hub Awards. This accolade, presented at the HLTH global healthcare conference, acknowledges Healthy.ios efforts to expand access to kidney disease testing, particularly for vulnerable populations. With its FDA-cleared Minuteful Kidney test, Healthy.io enables at-risk individuals to conduct kidney health tests from home using a smartphone. The award highlights the companys commitment to leveraging digital technologies to improve patient outcomes and democratize healthcare access. The recognition is a testament to Healthy.ios innovative approach in the health tech space, as it continues to break down barriers to care.
/PRNewswire/ -- Healthy.io, the global leader in transforming the smartphone camera into a medical device, is excited to announce its selection as a Finalist...
Healthy.io, a leader in digital health, has been recognized as a finalist in the 2024 Digital Health Hub Foundation: Digital Health Awards. The company is acknowledged in the Best in Class - Home Health Diagnostic category for its innovative smartphone-powered kidney test, which increases access to Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) testing. This recognition highlights Healthy.ios commitment to democratizing healthcare and addressing the kidney health equity gap, especially for underserved populations. The companys test provides instant clinical-grade results at home, enhancing accessibility and convenience. The Digital Health Awards received over 1,500 submissions, with only 150 finalists, emphasizing the significance of Healthy.ios achievement. Winners will be announced on October 21, 2024, during the Grand Finale at HLTH.
The Israeli healthtech firm is cutting 40 jobs after parting ways with 70 employees last year.
Healthy.io, an Israeli healthtech firm, has laid off 40 employees across the UK, the U.S., and Israel, aiming to bring the company to profitability. This marks the second significant round of layoffs for the company, following a reduction of approximately 70 employees in 2023. Healthy.io, founded in 2013 by Jonathan Adiri, has developed an FDA-approved home urine test kit that utilizes smartphone image processing. The company has raised $146 million from investors, including $50 million in its latest Series D funding round last May. Despite the layoffs, Healthy.io is focused on expanding its commercial presence in the US and Europe and optimizing growth to support its mission of expanding access to clinical-grade home solutions.
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Healthy.io lays off another 30% of team in second major restructuring | CTech
Healthy.io, an Israeli healthtech firm, has laid off 40 employees across the UK, the U.S., and Israel, aiming to bring the company to profitability. This follows a previous layoff of 70 employees last year. Healthy.io, founded by Jonathan Adiri in 2013, has developed an FDA-approved home urine test kit that uses smartphone image processing. The company has raised $146 million from investors, including $50 million in its latest Series D funding round last May. Despite the layoffs, Healthy.io is focused on expanding its commercial presence in the US and Europe, and continues to prioritize its mission of providing clinical-grade home solutions.
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/PRNewswire/ -- In a leap forward for chronic kidney disease (CKD) screening, Healthy.io, the global leader in transforming the smartphone camera into a...
Healthy.io, in collaboration with Geisinger and Boehringer Ingelheim, has demonstrated a significant improvement in chronic kidney disease (CKD) screening rates using smartphone technology. The study, involving 3,998 Geisinger patients, showed a 2.5x increase in testing adherence with Healthy.ios Minuteful Kidney™ home testing kit compared to traditional methods. The results, presented at the AHA Hypertension Scientific Sessions on September 6, 2024, highlight the potential of smartphone-enabled testing to enhance early CKD detection and management, especially among individuals with type 2 diabetes or hypertension. The collaboration underscores the effectiveness of innovative health solutions in improving patient outcomes.
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/PRNewswire/ -- The National Kidney Foundation (NKF), a leading non-profit organization dedicated to the awareness, prevention, and treatment of kidney...
Healthy.io and the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) are collaborating to promote awareness, screening, and early detection of chronic kidney disease (CKD) at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundations Annual Legislative Conference from September 11-15, 2024. The initiative aims to address disparities in kidney health, particularly among African Americans and other marginalized communities. Healthy.io will provide free at-home kidney test kits to conference attendees, leveraging their FDA-cleared smartphone-powered technology for real-time results. The partnership seeks to educate policymakers and the public about CKD and improve early detection and prevention efforts.
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"רואים את חלון ההנפקה": יהונתן אדירי מפנה מקום למנכ"ל אמריקאי בהלת'י
Yonatan Adiri, the founder and CEO of Healthy.io, is stepping down from his role as CEO to focus on the companys long-term strategy. He will now serve as the companys president. The new CEO will be Jeffrey Martin, who was previously the president of health automation company Olive AI.
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Healthy.io lays off a third of its workforce after raising $50 million | CTech
Israeli medtech company Healthy.io is laying off around 70 employees, accounting for a third of its workforce. The company has also completed a $50 million Series D funding round. Healthy.io has developed a kit for home urine testing using image processing via a smartphone. The company has been FDA approved since 2018. In June 2020, Healthy.io acquired its American competitor, Inui Health, in a $9 million cash deal.
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Office Tour: Healthy.io Offices - Tel Aviv
Switchup designed the Healthy.io offices in Tel Aviv, Israel, prioritizing collaboration. The office design reflects Healthy.ios mission of providing healthcare services in the convenience of the users home or location. The office space is functional and efficient, with an open-plan layout and numerous workstations. The design is unique with a geometric layout, evoking the technical aspect of the medical industry. The office design enhances the staffs working experience by providing a peaceful and calming environment. Switchup is proud of the office design and believes it will allow Healthy.io to provide accessible healthcare to its user base.
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Healthy.io Named Best Digital Diagnostics Solution for 2023 by Juniper Research for Minuteful Kidney Test
Healthy.io, a global leader in transforming the smartphone camera into a medical device, has been announced as the platinum winner for Best Digital Diagnostics Solution at the Future Digital Awards 2023. The award was given for its Minuteful Kidney™ test, a home-based solution for early detection of chronic kidney disease (CKD). The test kit allows patients to take a clinical-grade, albumin-to-creatinine ratio (ACR) test at home using a smartphone camera. The company partners with leading health insurers and providers to integrate Minuteful Kidney™ in their kidney management programs.
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Healthy.io Awarded Three New U.S. Patents for Wound-Image Technology
Healthy.io, a medical device company, has been granted three patents by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for the technology behind its Minuteful Wound app. The app allows healthcare professionals to scan chronic wounds using a smartphone camera, and then uses computer-vision and deep-learning algorithms to analyze the data. The patents are part of Healthy.ios strategic plan to expand its growth in the U.S. and scale its computer-vision and smartphone-enabled medical services. The company has also announced several commercial partnerships for Minuteful Kidney, its home kidney test.
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How Tech Can Improve Health Plan Performance & Star Ratings in 2023 & Beyond
The article discusses how health plans can improve their Star Ratings by leveraging new technology, specifically in the context of kidney health. It highlights the importance of utilizing clinical-grade digital health innovations to increase adherence and provide members with more accessibility to care. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services proposed including a new measure called the Kidney Health Evaluation for Patients with Diabetes (KED) as a Star Rating. Health plans will need to massively increase the number of ACR tests conducted to achieve the same success as the previous measure. The article suggests that adopting new technology, such as smartphone camera-based ACR tests, can reduce barriers to testing and improve adherence rates. This emerging trend in the industry can also help address health equity issues. By allowing testing and medical monitoring at home, it can break barriers to care for underserved communities. The use of technology not only improves Star Ratings but also lowers costs and improves patient outcomes.
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Healthy.io Receives Landmark FDA Clearance For First And Only Smartphone-Powered Home Kidney Test
Healthy.io has received FDA clearance for the Minuteful Kidney™ test, a smartphone-powered home test to determine albumin to creatinine ratio (ACR). This clearance allows people to use their smartphone camera to conduct a urine test that identifies early signs of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). The test was previously only conducted by medical practitioners, leading to low testing adherence. The Minuteful Kidney™ test can help at-risk individuals decrease their probability of undergoing dialysis. The company has partnered with leading US insurers for a clinical evaluation and has shown increased testing adherence among previously untested populations. Healthy.ios technology has also been adopted by the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK. The company aims to bring its technology to millions of Americans, reduce healthcare costs, and promote early detection of CKD.
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Healthy.io and Innovive Health Announce Groundbreaking New Partnership That Could Change the Future of Wound Care Management
Healthy.io and Innovive Health have announced a new partnership through which up to 700 Innovive nurses will use Healthy.ios digital wound management service. The partnership aims to enhance and extend patient care by enabling clinicians to track and treat chronic wounds using smartphone technology. Innovive Healths goal is to improve continuity of care and allow clinicians to focus more on patient care. The partnership is expected to make wound care management more efficient and equitable, with nurses reporting faster documentation and reduced follow-up visit times. Healthy.io is a global leader in digital health, while Innovive Health is a data-driven home health care agency. The partnership aligns with Healthy.ios mission to provide healthcare at the speed of life.
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"אנשים הולכים בשלג עם כיבים כרוניים": הפיתוח הישראלי המסייע לפליטים באוקראינה
The founder and CEO of Healthy.io discussed the development of the companys medical testing solution, which uses smartphone cameras, and its use in a field hospital in Ukraine. The solution allows patients to be tested remotely and receive immediate results. The company received FDA approval and has expanded its testing capabilities to include chronic kidney disease and pressure ulcers. The goal is to make healthcare more accessible and convenient for patients. The article highlights the positive impact of Healthy.ios technology on refugees and pregnant women in Ukraine.
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Seed Group welcomes medical selfie pioneer Healthy.io as a new strategic partner
Seed Group, a company of the Private Office of Sheikh Saeed bin Ahmed Al Maktoum, has announced a strategic partnership with Tel Aviv-based health tech company Healthy.io. Seed Group will help Healthy.io expand its operations in the UAE and the wider Gulf Cooperation Council, bringing innovative smartphone camera-powered medical testing to the region. The partnership aims to increase access to healthcare and close gaps in access and care. Healthy.ios technology has been used by leading health systems globally. Seed Group is a notable force in the technology, healthcare, hospitality, and telecommunications landscapes in the Middle East.
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Healthy.io achieves HITRUST CSF® certification for Information Security
Healthy.io has announced that its at-home Minuteful Kidney test and Minuteful for Wound services have earned Certified status for information security by HITRUST. This certification demonstrates that Healthy.io has met key federal and state regulations and industry-defined requirements. The company aims to improve patient health, reduce costs, and improve access to care through smartphone-powered technology. The HITRUST CSF Certification provides reliable assurances that Healthy.io is taking information risk management and compliance seriously. Healthy.io has previously received FDA clearance and offers services for chronic kidney disease and wound care. The company is based in Tel Aviv and has offices in Boston and London.
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Wound care app allows for home assessment
Healthy.io has launched its wound care app in Wales, allowing patients to have their wounds assessed and monitored from home. The project is financed by Welsh Governments Digital Solutions Fund and has already reached 30 patients. Wound care services account for a significant amount of NHS Wales budget, and improper assessment can lead to unnecessary follow-up visits and delays. Healthy.ios Digital Wound Management Solution allows district nurses to scan wounds with an app and share the information with clinical staff for remote assessment and monitoring. The solution helps with early detection and intervention, reduces administrative burden, and engages patients in their care. Healthy.io has already established this technology in England and is now expanding to NHS Wales.
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NHS Wales pilots new wound care technology for improved outpatient care
NHS Wales is piloting a wound care app developed by Healthy.io that allows district nurses to scan patients wounds during home visits. The app turns smartphones and tablets into lab-grade diagnostic scanners, with the images shared on a secure digital portal for remote assessment and monitoring by clinical staff. The pilot project aims to streamline and improve wound care, saving time and funding for healthcare services. Inaccurate assessment of wounds can lead to unnecessary follow-up visits and outpatient appointments, causing delays for patients. The app is designed to prompt early detection of delayed healing and support earlier intervention, improving patient experience and reducing administrative burden. The pilot is being funded by the Welsh Governments Digital Solutions Fund and is currently being rolled out in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
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Healthy.io Adds US Healthcare Leaders to Board of Directors & Advisory Board
Healthy.io has announced the addition of global healthcare leaders to its Board of Directors and Advisory Board, signaling the companys continued growth and acceleration in the United States. The new members include David Shulkin, M.D., former Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, and Geoffrey Gurtner, M.D., Professor of Surgery at Stanford University. The company aims to digitize visually-based medical processes using smartphone cameras and has been expanding its partnerships and product pipeline. The addition of these healthcare leaders enhances Healthy.ios ability to execute its ambitious vision. The company is based in Tel Aviv and has offices in Boston and London.
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Healthy.io partners with the National Kidney Foundation to help thousands of at-risk Americans prevent kidney failure Healthcare Dive
Healthy.io, a category creator of smartphone urinalysis, is partnering with the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) to offer its home urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (uACR) test kit for free to people at risk for kidney disease. The test kits help detect early signs of kidney disease, and the partnership aims to increase the diagnosis of kidney disease through at-home testing. The uACR test can be completed from the comfort of ones own home using Healthy.ios kit. The partnership will enable thousands of Americans to access the test and educational materials provided by NKF. The goal is to prevent kidney disease from progressing and reduce cardiovascular complications. Less than 50% of people with diabetes and less than 10% with hypertension complete the recommended annual uACR test.
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חברת Healthy.io הישראלית חתמה על חוזה עם מערכת הבריאות בבריטניה
The Israeli company Healthy.io has signed a large contract with the UKs National Health Service (NHS) as part of an initiative to implement artificial intelligence in healthcare services. The contract includes the purchase of half a million urine protein tests from Healthy.io. The NHS initiative, called NHS AI Lab, has a budget of £140 million over the next three years. The aim is to accelerate the adoption of telemedicine services as part of the COVID-19 response. Healthy.io, founded in 2013, has developed a smartphone-based home urine testing kit that uses image processing technology. The company can detect infections, chronic diseases, and pregnancy complications. In June, Healthy.io acquired its American competitor, Inui Health, for $9 million.
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Israeli health-tech company Healthy.io has acquired California-based competitor Inui Health for $9 million. The deal will see Inui Health CEO Dr. Jamie Tenedorio join Healthy.io. The acquisition will help Healthy.io, which was ranked 19th on CNBCs 2020 Disruptor 50 list, expand into the US market. Healthy.ios technology uses data to turn smartphone cameras into wound assessment and documentation devices, and also looks for signs of early kidney disease and UTIs.
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Healthy.io, maker of a 'medical selfie,' is part of the new generation of Israeli health-tech companies
Healthy.io, an Israeli health-tech company, is expanding into the U.S. health-care market with its technology that allows consumers to take urine analysis tests at home. The company has relationships with U.S. health systems and offers an alternative to traditional methods of urine testing. Using a smartphone camera and FDA-approved stick, patients can self-test at home and have the results uploaded to their electronic medical records. Healthy.io is focused on detecting early kidney disease and urinary tract infections. The company is part of Israels thriving health-tech scene, which is attracting investment and customers globally. Healthy.io has raised $95 million from Israeli and U.S. investors. The Covid-19 pandemic has further accelerated the growth of health-tech companies like Healthy.io.
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UTI Under Lockdown: Same-day Home Test-and-treat Service Launched by Healthy.io
Healthy.io, a smartphone urine test pioneer, has launched the Velieve test-and-treat service, which allows women to receive a clinical urine test, GP diagnosis, and antibiotics for urinary tract infections (UTIs) using their smartphones. The service uses the smartphone camera and advanced algorithms to read the dipstick and provide a clinical-grade result. This service is particularly beneficial during the COVID-19 lockdown as it allows women to receive diagnosis and treatment without leaving their homes. The Velieve testing kit can be ordered and delivered within three hours in London. Healthy.io is offering the service at a significantly subsidised cost for the next 60 days. The company previously launched a pharmacy first test-and-treat service in 2019.
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Healthy.io app marries machine learning and medicine
Healthy.io, an Israeli start-up, is using machine learning and smartphone technology to revolutionize urine testing. The companys innovation allows users to analyze their own urine at home using a smartphone app and a dipstick. Healthy.io has gained approval from regulators and has convinced various health services, including the UKs National Health Service (NHS), to pay for the tests. The company aims to address the issue of people skipping urine tests due to inconvenience. By making the process more accessible and convenient, Healthy.io hopes to catch conditions early and save costs for healthcare systems. The company has seen significant growth in the number of tests conducted and has raised $60 million in funding. Healthy.io is also exploring applications beyond urine testing, such as wound monitoring.
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Healthy.io turns smartphone cameras into diagnostics tools
Israeli MedTech Startup Healthy.io Offers Solution For Chronic Wound Care
Israeli medical tech startup Healthy.io has launched a new digital solution for the management of chronic wounds in the United States. The solution offers digital wound assessment and management tools for clinicians, allowing them to assess, track, and heal chronic wounds. The technology uses a smartphone app and calibration stickers to track wound dimensions and scan for quick measurement. The data is automatically uploaded to the clinical record for reference by all clinicians involved in the patients care. The solution has been registered with the FDA and is CE marked. Healthy.io was founded in 2013 and has raised $90 million to date.
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Healthy.io launches wound care tech in US
Healthy.io plans to launch a new wound management and tracking product for nurses in a clinical setting. The technology uses a smartphone app and calibration stickers to measure wounds and build 3D images. The company aims to reduce nurses workload burden and increase accuracy in wound measurement. Healthy.io has FDA clearance for its home-based urinalysis kit and has raised $60 million in a Series C funding round. Other companies, such as Swift Medical and Tissue Analytics, are also working on similar wound measurement technology.
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How a smartphone can turn your bathroom into a home medical lab
Healthy.io, a medical technology company, faced a setback during a clinical trial in 2015 but managed to secure additional funding from investors. The company has since received FDA approvals for two diagnostic kits and has signed contracts for the supply of additional kits. Healthy.io is valued at approximately $300 million and has partnerships with Boots, Clalit, and Maccabi. The company aims to make urine tests more accessible and improve preventive medicine. Healthy.io is also exploring the development of diagnostic tools for chronic ulcers.
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Healthy.io's home-based UTI test kit to become available in Day Lewis pharmacies in the UK
Healthy.io is rolling out its home-based urinary tract infection (UTI) test kit across over 280 Day Lewis pharmacies in the UK. This partnership marks the companys second collaboration this year, following a similar agreement with Boots pharmacies. The CE-approved test kit includes a urine collection cup, a dipstick, and a smartphone app for presenting results. It is priced at £10 and is intended for use by non-pregnant women aged 16-64 without diabetes or a catheter. Users can discuss their results with a pharmacist and may need to pay an additional fee of £15 for medication. Healthy.io recently closed a $60m Series C funding round and faces competition from TestCard in the UK.
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Healthy.io gets FDA clearance for mobile-based CKD test
Israeli diagnostic solutions developer Healthy.io has received FDA clearance for its smartphone-based ACR test to diagnose chronic kidney disease. The test can be performed at pharmacies, urgent care centers, and health clinics, eliminating the need for a tabletop lab device. Healthy.io has also secured $60m in a Series C funding round led by Corner Ventures and plans to use the proceeds for product development and global expansion. The company has partnered with the UK National Health Service and retail pharmacies for deploying its Dip UTI test kits, as well as collaborated with Johns Hopkins University and Geisinger Health for evaluating its prenatal care and CKD testing products. Healthy.io has appointed Gary Loveman, former executive vice-president of Aetna, to its board of directors.
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Healthy.io raises $60 million to help patients complete urine tests on their phone
Healthy.io, a digital health care startup, has raised $60 million in a series C funding round led by Corner Ventures. The funding will accelerate the companys global expansion and product development. Healthy.io has also received its second FDA clearance for its smartphone-based ACR test. The companys at-home medical testing kit, Dip.io, allows patients to collect and analyze urine samples using a smartphone app. The kit has already been used by 100,000 patients in Europe and Israel and has secured partnerships with Siemens Healthineers and Boots UK. Healthy.io is focused on international expansion and is developing a dermatological product. Former Aetna executive Gary Loveman has joined the companys board of directors.
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LISTEN: How Healthy.io can use your phone's camera for a digital urine test
Healthy.io, an Israeli startup, has developed a kit for home clinical analysis of urine that has 100,000 customers in the UK, Netherlands, and Israel. The company combines smartphone cameras with advanced machine vision artificial intelligence to analyze test strips with clinical-grade precision. They were the first in the world to win US FDA approval for a smartphone camera used as a medical device. In a podcast interview, the founder and CEO, Yonatan Adiri, discusses the companys innovative approach to healthcare and the impact of the Theranos scandal on the healthtech industry. Adiri also talks about his experience as the first CTO to work for a president of Israel and the need to prove the companys worthiness in the face of regulations.
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Healthy.io, Walgreens Boots Alliance roll out smartphone-based UTI test in the U.K.
Study Finds Healthy.io's At-Home, Smartphone-Based Urinalysis Feasible, Preferred, and Easy-to-use for Women in Prenatal Care
Healthy.io, a global leader in smartphone-based medical devices, released a joint study with researchers from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. The study focused on the feasibility and acceptability of Dip.io, a smartphone-based urinalysis test, among pregnant women receiving prenatal care. The results showed that the test was feasible, acceptable, and preferred by participants. The study highlights the potential of smartphone-based tools in improving access to care and testing, especially for women in rural or underserved communities. This study follows another joint study by Healthy.io with Geisinger and the National Kidney Foundation, which also showed positive results. Healthy.ios Dip.io is the only smartphone-powered urinalysis cleared by the FDA and European regulators. The company aims to expand access to healthcare and improve health outcomes through its innovative technology.
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Healthy.io Names Daniel Kraft, MD to Its Board;Adds U.S. Commercial Lead
Healthy.io has announced two additions to its leadership team: Daniel Kraft, M.D. has joined the companys board of directors, and Stephen Clark will head the companys U.S. operations. The company aims to build digital health solutions that meet high clinical quality measures and patient health outcomes. The additions mark an important step as Healthy.io enters the U.S. market. The company recently announced the results of a U.S.-based clinical assessment with Geisinger Health System, which demonstrated higher rates of adherence to chronic kidney disease screening when patients were provided with Healthy.ios at-home test kit. Healthy.io is the global leader in turning the smartphone camera into a clinical-grade medical device, offering fully integrated home testing services.
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FDA Approves Smartphone-based Urinalysis Test Kit for At-Home Use That Matches Quality of Clinical Laboratory Tests
The FDA has approved a smartphone-based at-home urine test developed by Healthy.io. The Dip.io urinalysis test system allows patients with chronic diseases, urinary tract infections, or high-risk pregnancies to monitor their health using a testing method that is as easy as taking a smartphone selfie. This approval signifies the growth and success of Healthy.io, as they have achieved FDA clearance for prescription home use. The company has also received CE marking and ISO 13485 certification, making their product commercially available in the European Union and the United Kingdom. The Dip.io test kit has achieved over 99% usability across age groups and integrates with a smartphone app that sends results to patients electronic health records for physician review. Healthy.io plans to bring additional tests to market, including an albumin-to-creatinine ratio (ACR) test and a skincare test.
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How an Israeli start-up turned the cellphone into a testing lab for kidney disease
Israeli digital health start-up Healthy.io has developed an FDA-cleared at-home smartphone urinalysis test to help people test their kidneys for proteins, a sign of damage to the organ. The test, called Dip.io, uses disposable strips and cups in conjunction with a smartphone camera to read and interpret results. Healthy.io has achieved a 71 percent adherence rate among patients with hypertension who have never been tested before. The company recently raised $18 million in a Series B financing round led by Aleph, bringing its total funding to $30 million. Healthy.ios products are currently available in Israel and the U.K., and it has partnered with Walgreens Boots Alliance subsidiary Boots UK and Siemens Healthineers. The technology has the potential to curb healthcare costs and improve early detection of kidney disease.
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The "Selfie" That Could Save Kidneys: Healthy.io Raises $18 Million to Scale Smartphone "Medical Selfie" to Help 73 Million Americans at Risk of Kidney Disease
Healthy.io, a pioneer of the medical selfie, has raised $18 million in series B funding to scale its home testing service for kidney disease. The companys smartphone urinalysis test-kit, which has been FDA-cleared, allows users to conduct tests at home and send the results directly to doctors. The funding round was led by Aleph, with contributions from Samsung NEXT and private investors. Healthy.io plans to use the funds to expand operations in the US and continue the rollout of its service in the UK. The company has already partnered with healthcare organizations in Europe and Israel, and its technology has been assessed with positive results by Geisinger Health and the US National Kidney Foundation.
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Siemens Healthineers partners with Healthy.io for smartphone-based urine testing
Siemens Healthineers has partnered with Healthy.io to allow patients to test their urine at home using a smartphone camera. The results are sent to the patients doctor for assessment. This partnership aims to improve patient experience and lower the costs of managing chronic diseases. The technology has gained approval from U.S. and European regulators and is like a medical selfie that can improve patient outcomes through more frequent testing. Other technology companies, such as Apple and Samsung, are also working on health-related applications for wearable devices and smartphones.
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Mobile Phone Urine Testing Kit Receives FDA Approval
Tel Aviv-based mobile health startup Healthy.io has received FDA approval for its smartphone-based urinalysis kit. The technology uses computer vision algorithms, artificial intelligence, and a smartphones camera to perform lab-standard urine tests. The FDAs Class II approval is the first for a medical device based on optical equipment manufactured by a third-party. Healthy.io has raised $15 million to date from Quantum Pacific International Ltd. and has offices in Tel Aviv, London, and New York. The company has also partnered with the American National Kidney Foundation and Geisinger Health System for a clinical trial.
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Healthy.io launches at-home urinalysis testing in the U.K.
Healthy.io has launched Dip.io, an at-home digital testing kit for urine analysis. The kit allows patients to collect and analyze urine samples using a smartphone app, a dip stick, a color-coded slide, and artificial intelligence. The machine learning algorithms in the app determine if a prescription or appointment is needed. In a study with 500 subjects, 99% of people were able to complete a test. The kit is already available in Israel and the company plans to expand to the Netherlands. Healthy.io has also submitted for FDA approval in the US. The launch of Dip.io is seen as a positive growth opportunity for Healthy.io.
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Healthy.io Brings Smartphone Urine Tests to U.S. Homes
Israel-based startup Healthy.io has partnered with the American National Kidney Foundation and Pennsylvania-based Geisinger Health System to offer smartphone-based urine tests at home. The partnership aims to enable patients to perform lab-standard urine analysis using Healthy.ios testing kits and smartphone app. The clinical trial will focus on testing for chronic kidney disease (CKD) among patients with high blood pressure. The goal is to increase testing for CKD in the high-risk population and enable earlier diagnosis and reduced harm. Healthy.io was founded in 2013 and is based in Tel Aviv.
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Healthy.io turns your smartphone into a clinical-grade medical testing device
Healthy.io is a company that transforms smartphones into clinical-grade medical devices through urinalysis. They use color recognition, computer vision, and AI to allow users to conduct medical tests at home. The companys solution is CE and ISO 13485-certified and can detect a range of infections, chronic illnesses, and pregnancy-related complications. Healthy.io plans to add additional tests in the future and sees a leap forward in smartphone hardware enabling their products. They aim to make testing more convenient and accessible to patients while maintaining the diagnostic flow required by doctors. The article discusses the companys technology and its potential impact on healthcare.
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The rise of the medical selfie
Israeli firm Healthy.io has developed an app called Dip.io, which uses mobile-phone cameras for clinical-grade urine analysis. The app instructs patients to take a picture of a dipstick against a proprietary colour card, which corrects the colours to appear in a neutral, standard ambient light. The app then analyzes the result and can arrange a consultation or prescription if necessary. Healthy.io is working with doctors in Israel to allow pregnant women at risk of pre-eclampsia and those suffering from multiple sclerosis in the UK to monitor themselves at home. The app may also be applied to chronic kidney disease and dermatology. The companys founder, Yonatan Adiri, hopes to expand the apps capabilities to include spectroscopy and analysis of wounds and surface infections.
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Israeli app uses smartphone camera to make medical diagnoses
Health.io, an Israeli startup, has developed an app that uses image-recognition technology to help doctors diagnose patients. The app can read images of test strips taken by the user using a smartphone. The company is currently seeking approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Health.ios founder and CEO, Jonathan Adiri, believes that the app has the potential to revolutionize healthcare by providing access to basic diagnostics at home. While waiting for FDA approval, Adiri is optimistic about the apps adoption in China. Health.io is collaborating with several companies in Chinas healthcare industry.
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