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Tuesday, Aug 3 2010

GE, Intel Telehealth Venture To Aid Chronic Disease Care

On Monday, General Electric and Intel announced the creation of a joint venture to focus on the use of telemedicine in managing chronic diseases and promoting independent living. The company -- which does not yet have a name -- will be headquartered in Sacramento and will seek to assist elderly patients through remote monitoring technology. It is not known how much the two firms will invest into the business.

"Independent Living, Telemedicine Are Focus of New Sacramento-Based Firm" (Calvan, Sacramento Bee, 8/2).
"Intel, GE Form Company To Promote Health Care Products Aimed at Older People" (Johnson, San Jose Mercury News, 8/2).

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