LOS ANGELES (June 11, 2020)—ABC Plus Pharmacy and Sleep Coaches are excited to announce its collaboration with Team@Work.
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SAN DIEGO (May 18, 2020)— ResMed has launched ResMed MaskSelector, a digital tool to make remote patient mask selection and sizing easier and more effective, helping patients receive the care they need from home.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (February 7, 2020)—AAHomecare has engaged CareCentrix on a new copay collections policy for PAP and PAP supply patients with balances of more than 180 days. The association encouraged CareCentrix to reconsider the new policy, which went into effect on Jan. 1.
Ensuring patients stay on course with treatment
SAN DIEGO (November 13, 2019)—ResMed announced an upgraded AirView for Respiratory program that includes management by exception, providing HMEs and physicians with quicker access to essential respiratory patient data and allowing them to provide better quality care.
MINNEAPOLIS (November 1, 2019)—Transcend, a provider of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) technology, announced the immediate availability of Transcend 365 miniCPAP, a CPAP and integrated heated humidifier capable of running on a single, travel-size battery
SAN DIEGO (October 22, 2019) ResMed introduced AirFit N30, a tube-down nasal cradle CPAP mask with a front-facing tub—a new option for sleep apnea treatment.
ResMed’s lightest mask yet, AirFit N30 features an adjustable elastic headgear, plus a nasal cradle cushion that sits under the nasal bridge, eliminating soreness in that area. The mask’s curved cushion is designed to provide a secure seal regardless of how the wearer sleeps or moves.
ATLANTA (October 21, 2019)—ResMed announced results from a company-led survey, revealing new patient preferences on digital health technology. The survey highlights a reason for optimism that the markets for digital health technology will only continue to grow.
Connecting with patients creates better compliance & care
LOS ANGELES (October 16, 2019)—Naturs Design, Inc., the manufacturer of RemZzzs CPAP Mask Liners, is pleased to announce that Modern Living with kathy ireland is airing an exclusive interview with Naturs Design’s CEO, Bob Rutan, and the product's first user, Debbie Rutan, who will be discussing their mask liners for CPAP users. The interview will be aired on WE tv on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, at 7:30 am EST.
AMSTERDAM (September 17, 2019)—Royal Philips, a global provider of health technology, announced the commercial launch of Philips NightBalance, a prescription sleep position therapy device designed for patients with positional obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). A mask-free alternative to existing positional OSA treatments, Philips NightBalance is a positional therapy that uses gentle vibrations to encourage users to alter their sleeping positions to help prevent apneas.
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DALLAS (May 28, 2019)—Remote monitoring and patient self-monitoring can drive CPAP adherence for people with sleep apnea, according to research presented by ResMed at the American Thoracic Society’s 2019 ATS International Conference.
DALLAS (May 21, 2019)—ResMed revealed several demographic and clinical factors affect adherence to PAP (positive airway pressure) therapy, according to a study it presented at the American Thoracic Society's ATS 2019 International Conference.
The study found significant differences in one-year adherence between people of different ages and disease severity levels:
LAS VEGAS and AMSTERDAM (April 18, 2019)—Royal Philips, a provider of health technology, introduced new solutions and services at Medtrade Spring 2019. During the show, Philips featured its latest offerings designed to further enhance effective and efficient care for patients with chronic respiratory and sleep conditions. These include the new, patient-focused DreamStation Go Heated Humidifier and DreamWisp, as well as the recent two-way integration of resupply with NikoHealth.
AMSTERDAM (April 2, 2019)—Royal Philips, a provder of health technology, announced the launch of DreamWisp, an over-the-nose nasal mask that allows patients with sleep apnea to sleep in any position they want. With its robust nasal cushion and top-of-the-head tube design, DreamWisp delivers a new level of comfort and freedom of movement, providing patients with the therapy option that best suits their needs.
SAN DIEGO (March 25, 2019)—ResMed launched its automated ResMed ReSupply solution for all United States-based home medical equipment (HME) providers to increase sleep apnea patients’ long-term therapy adherence and improve patient satisfaction.
AMSTERDAM (March 14, 2019)—In anticipation of World Sleep Day, Philips released the results of its annual sleep survey, “The Global Pursuit of Better Sleep Health.” Sleep is a key contributor to health well-being, says the survey. But lifestyle and health factors can stand in the way of a good night’s sleep.