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In this episode of The Alessi Agenda, Luis Gustavo Gasparini Kiatake, president of the Brazilian Health Informatics Association, discusses the challenges of data exchange, digital maturity and culture in the country's transformation journey.

COVID-19 has forced remote patient monitoring, an experience that many patients find as more convenient, time-saving and equal to in-person care, says Dr. Chris Hobson, CMO for Orion Health.

Mental health problems have been a rising issue globally over the past decade due to an ever more demanding society, in addition to the exponential increase in the use of social media, as reported by the American Psychological Association. Digital health connector, Aline Noizet, takes a closer look at some of the emerging tools available to those suffering with increased mental health challenges during COVID-19.

The device applies electrical impulses to the cranial nerves around the ear, which can reduce neuron activity and opioid withdrawal symptoms.

Health IT professional Frank Cutitta, now 100 days in care, gives a firsthand look at what healthcare gets right, and wrong.

The firms are collaborating to launch a digital medication management and lifestyle platform across Europe.  

This week's top stories include the virtual health platform going mainstream despite more work needing to be done and sleep tracking coming to Apple Watch.