According to a recent BCG report, about 56% of US workers have care responsibilities outside their full-time jobs. Approximately 40 million of these caregivers rely on paid care—such as nannies, daycares, or nursing homes—in order to hold jobs. Looking at these figures, there are two central aspects of the care economy that must be addressed to avoid an economic loss equivalent to losing half of the annual GDP growth projected from 2022–2023.
Read MoreThe COVID-19 pandemic has caused stress, anxiety, and depression - generating a significant need for solutions to manage the lack of physical access to therapy and treatment. Global investments are estimated at nearly $1.4 billion in 2020 for health-tech companies in the mental health management sector, with about 75% of it directed to the U.S. market.
Read MoreThe home will emerge as an increasingly valuable site for enhancing the healthcare experience as part of the progression of digital, remote, connected and virtual care, according to new research from Frost & Sullivan. Health systems are evolving beyond care delivery of the diseased to encompass numerous health and wellness touchpoints, transforming it from disease management to health management.
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