Are private health insurers trying to move Australia to a US-style model?
Private health insurers in Australia are expanding into general practitioner clinics and telehealth services, raising concerns about a shift towards a US-style managed care model and prompting calls for increased oversight.
Yle: Mika wanted to try Ozempic - Within a couple of hours, the needle was already under the skin
Mika, a 35-year-old man, quickly obtained a prescription for the weight-loss drug Ozempic through a brief online consultation, raising concerns about the telehealth practices involved in prescribing such medication.
The Vanguard of Delay in Healthcare
The article critiques a new resolution by the Federal Council of Medicine in Brazil that is seen as regressive in the context of healthcare innovations.
Hims & Hers Surges in Stock Market Thanks to an Agreement with Novo Nordisk That Ends Their Public Dispute
Hims & Hers shares jumped more than 40% after reaching a deal with Novo Nordisk to sell weight-loss medications on their platform, ending a public dispute.
SUS starts telehealth service for people with betting addiction
The Brazilian health system has launched a telehealth program for individuals struggling with gambling addiction through online betting platforms.
SUS begins to offer free virtual assistance for adults with gambling and betting addiction
The SUS is launching a free telehealth service for adults over 18 years old struggling with gambling and betting issues, accessible through the Meu SUS Digital app.
Record year at 1220 advisory line: Estonians sought help massively for these three health concerns
Thousands of Estonians turned to the 1220 advisory line for health concerns when their family doctors' offices were closed.
American company gives up the sale of Wegovy copy
The American telehealth company Hims and Hers has decided to cease the sale of a copy of Novo's weight loss medication Wegovy after discussions with industry stakeholders.
The telehealth company Hims takes on Novo Nordisk with its own version of Wegovy for $49 per month, a third of its rival's price
Telehealth company Hims & Hers Health is launching a new weight-loss pill at $49 a month, competing directly with Novo Nordisk's Wegovy, which contains the same active ingredient.
Abia to roll out e-health project, unveils vaccination
The Abia State Government is launching an E-Health project to digitize medical records and promote telehealth services.