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Urinary tract infections are the most common form of outpatient infections in the U.S., with more than half of adult women experiencing at least one in their lifetime.   

Elvie has partnered with a number of durable medical equipment providers to ensure customers get their breast pumps covered by insurance.   

The eye health startup continues to clinch partnerships to tackle myopia.

Researchers said telecare programs could allow homebound older adults to maintain a closer connection with healthcare providers.

Spanish language capabilities will be available to select Ginger clients in the fall, and to all members by early 2022.

Babyscripts plans to use the funding to expand throughout the U.S. and develop care models targeted to payers.

Panelists said better data collection and decentralized clinical trials may be one way to boost diversity efforts. 

Telehealth made up 4.5% of medical claim lines in June, falling from 5% in May.

This week's top stories include Amazon expanding its hybrid virtual/in-person care; Cityblock raising money to expand its platform for Medicaid and low-income populations; and AHIP wanting more time for insurers to implement a surprise billing rule.

The company is ptiching this online community as a way to help patients enage with their health.