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Last update: 5 hours agoDigital Health Push: WHOOP says it’s adding AI features plus on-demand video consults with licensed clinicians for U.S. users, along with EHR syncing via HealthEx—aimed at turning wearable data into more actionable care. Pediatric Mental Health: A Massachusetts claims study in JAMA Network Open finds primary care is absorbing more kids’ mental health needs, with anxiety-related visits rising fastest from 2014 to 2023. Medtech Deal in Boston: Boston Scientific will invest $1.5B in MiRus and has an option to acquire its TAVR platform, betting on a balloon-expandable valve under development. Drug Pricing/Antitrust: A federal jury in Boston found Takeda liable for about $885M in damages tied to a “pay-for-delay” scheme delaying a generic constipation drug. Data Privacy: Excelas disclosed a breach affecting sensitive personal and medical information; a law firm is now soliciting people who received breach notices for free consultations. Local Health Safety Watch: Maine’s Robbins Lumber fire probe continues amid high winds, with investigators reporting ongoing scene work and interviews.
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