Breaking News: Samsung and Natural Cycles work on menstrual health; UHC Members Can Earn $1,000 Through the Rewards Program

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New consumer technologies are aimed at improving women’s health. What does this entail? We take a look at this and other medical technology news in this issue of Top Stories on technology, including the UnitedHealthcare wearables rewards program and six TEFCA-approved organizations.

In this episode:

Topics for conversation:

• The new cycle tracking capabilities will roll out to the Samsung Health app in the second quarter in 32 markets in Europe, North America, and Asia, including the US.
• The company said the addition of Natural Cycles technology “will give users a more detailed understanding of their menstrual cycle.”
• One way to earn that money with UnitedHealthcare Rewards is to use a compatible activity tracker, smartwatch, or smartphone to reach your daily activity goals.
• Six healthcare organizations have been approved to implement TEFCA as potential QHINs: CommonWell Health Alliance, eHealth Exchange, Epic TEFCA Interoperability Services, Health Gorilla, Kno2, and KONZA National Network.

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