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Nov 10, 2024 • 1h 58min

Why we need system-level change for better population health

Amy and James from SomX break down the best stories from this week’s newsletter with help from Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust's Dr Gareth Thompson, with segments from Jason C. Foster and Vijay Luthra exploring the future of US healthcare.[19:45] - 3 Types of Startups that Healthcare Leaders Want to See More Of[37:35] - Swedish startup Yazen Health raises €19.5M to combat obesity across Europe🗞 Grab the newsletter at www.healthtechpigeon.com✍️ Apply to be a podcast guest using this form🎟️ Purchase your ticket for the BMJ Futrue Health event at https://futurehealth.bmj.com/ use code 'SOMXFH50' for £££ off 🖇 Connect with Amy on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with James on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with Gareth on LinkedIn📖 Learn more about the SomX team at https://somx.health
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Nov 3, 2024 • 56min

The Ultimate Autumn Budget breakdown

Jessica and James from SomX break down the best stories from this week’s newsletter.[01:10] - A kick in the teeth' or 'necessary'? UK tech reacts to tax hikes and exit relief scheme changes in the Budget🗞 Grab the newsletter at www.healthtechpigeon.com✍️ Apply to be a podcast guest using this form🖇 Connect with Jessica on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with James on LinkedIn📖 Learn more about the SomX team at https://somx.health
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Oct 27, 2024 • 55min

What should the NHS's 10 year health plan include?

Jessica, Huw and Amy from SomX break down the best stories from this week’s newsletter.01:20 - Government launches online platform to shape 10 year health plan23:50 - DrDoctor study reveals why patients miss hospital appointments37:40 - Amazon Says AI Tools Reduce Healthcare Administrative Tasks 40%51:25 - Fundraising for women’s health start-up ‘painful as giving birth’🗞 Grab the newsletter at www.healthtechpigeon.com✍️ Apply to be a podcast guest using this form📝 Complete the Women in VC survey here 🖇 Connect with Jessica on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with Huw on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with Amy on LinkedIn📖 Learn more about the SomX team at https://somx.health
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Oct 20, 2024 • 53min

#114 How wearable neurotech coming to the mainstream

Dr. Junaid Hassan, the founder of Man Confidence and an expert in men's mental health, dives into the exciting world of wearable neurotechnology. He discusses how innovations, like Flow Neuroscience headsets, could revolutionize mental health treatment by offering alternatives to traditional antidepressants. The conversation also touches on the integration of AI in mental health care, weighing its benefits against ethical concerns. Additionally, Dr. Hassan highlights the importance of ensuring equitable access to these technologies amid potential biases.
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Oct 13, 2024 • 32min

Is it AI or is it just a really good algorithm?

Daisy and Belle from SomX breakdown the best stories from this week’s newsletter.[02:35] - Wearable sensors moving into critical care roles[10:45] - How AI "twins" could help fill women's health gap[18:45] - Women’s health tech ‘less likely’ to get funding if woman is on founding team🗞 Grab the newsletter at www.healthtechpigeon.com✍️ Apply to be a podcast guest using this form📝 Complete the Women in VC survey here 🖇 Connect with Daisy on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with Belle on LinkedIn📖 Learn more about the SomX team at https://somx.health
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Oct 6, 2024 • 40min

Why did Huma acquire eConsult — and what's next?

The hosts explore Huma's notable acquisition of eConsult, shedding light on its impact on the health tech market. They humorously discuss the evolution of these companies and the broader implications for digital health. The conversation dives into Huma Workspace, a platform designed to simplify digital health solutions. They also reflect on the journey from medical school innovations to automated tech solutions and navigate the current challenges in the healthcare M&A landscape amid economic pressures.
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Sep 29, 2024 • 31min

Could brainwaves give us more insight into mental health?

Huw and Belle from SomX breakdown the best stories from this week’s newsletter.[02:00] - Digital mental health therapies could save thousands of NHS therapist hours [16:05] - Graphene spike mat and magnet technology to fight antibiotic resistance[23:50] - Brain activity patterns could help identify mental health markers🗞 Grab the newsletter at www.healthtechpigeon.com✍️ Apply to be a podcast guest using this form🖇 Connect with Huw on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with Belle on LinkedIn📖 Learn more about the SomX team at https://somx.health
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Sep 22, 2024 • 49min

Dragon's Den: Healthtech Special

James and Jess from SomX breakdown the best stories from this week’s newsletter, with help from digital health investors David Buller and Laurent Van Lerberghe[03:55] - Analysis finds Thermology Health imaging tech capable of saving NHS £1 billion[13:20] - Finger wrap uses sweat to provide health monitoring at your fingertips[28:35] - Scientists develop stunning AI to predict blood pressure from voice🗞 Grab the newsletter at www.healthtechpigeon.com✍️ Apply to be a podcast guest using this form🖇 Connect with James on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with Jess on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with David on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with Laurent on LinkedIn📖 Learn more about the SomX team at https://somx.health
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Sep 15, 2024 • 53min

Have you read the Lord Darzi Report yet?

Huw and James from SomX breakdown the best stories from this week’s newsletter with help from Together Digital's Liam Cahil.[02:05] - Independent investigation of the NHS in England[29:40] - NHS warned on rollout of AI-powered genomic health prediction[45:15] - Scientists develop stunning AI to predict blood pressure from voice🗞 Grab the newsletter at www.healthtechpigeon.com✍️ Apply to be a podcast guest using this form🖇 Connect with James on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with Huw on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with Liam on LinkedIn📖 Learn more about the SomX team at https://somx.health
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Sep 8, 2024 • 53min

Nobody ever got fired for hiring Mckinsey

Huw and James from SomX breakdown the best stories from this week’s newsletter with help from DocAbode’s Taz Aldawoud.[04:55] - Monitoring technology in social care could save over £1.2bn for NHS[29:45] - Innovate UK reverses female founder funding decision following uproar from UK startup community[43:40] - What do 'digital transformation' and 'digital health' really mean?🗞 Grab the newsletter at www.healthtechpigeon.com✍️ Apply to be a podcast guest using this form🖇 Connect with James on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with Huw on LinkedIn🖇 Connect with Taz on LinkedIn📖 Learn more about the SomX team at https://somx.health

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