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There is a crippling shortage of mental and behavioral health providers in the United States. More than half of U.S. counties have no practicing psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, or therapists, according the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Millions of Americans with mental health issues – from mild depression to schizophrenia – are not receiving adequate treatment. “If y…
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A new case of dementia is diagnosed every four seconds, according to the World Health Organization. There are 47 million people living with dementia worldwide and this number is expected to triple by 2050 as advances in medicine enable longer life. Therapeutic options for dementia are extremely limited, and as dementia’s influence on an aging population grows, existing treatments will increas…
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MATTER is pleased to recognize 20 healthcare technology companies who have recently joined the community. The new members are:
American BioOptics is developing a method for population-wide colon cancer screening via a minimally invasive test performed during a patient’s annual physical exam. With early detection of colon cancer precursors, the company aims to streamline efficiency of care, red…
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Photo Caption: “Print Your Own Body Part” Phil Velasquez, Kristen Norman / Blue Sky
Vismed-3D CEO Dima Elissa, spoke about the possibilities of 3D modeling in the area of knee replacements, allowing surgeons to more exactly tailor a replacement to a patient. “Today, we have maybe eight flavors that your surgeon can pick from. Eight generic models. I don’t know about you, but I’m pretty diffe…
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SuperBetter CEO Keith Wakeman uses an app to manage his stress while running a startup.
The same app, he says, could inspire regular exercise and healthy diet and even help reduce symptoms of conditions such as depression and anxiety.
The company re-launched the app in September after acquiring it from the original makers in February. The original makers included Jane McGonigal, SuperBetter…
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