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Philips (NYSE: PHG) has established a national partnership with Optum Healthcare in the USA, making its ambulatory and diagnostic solutions available to 3.4 million Optum policyholders across 22 U.S. states. The collaboration focuses on Philips' Mobile Cardiac Telemetry (MCOT) and Extended Holter (ePatch) solutions for enhanced outpatient cardiac monitoring.

The partnership aims to enable earlier detection of cardiac conditions and timely clinical intervention through streamlined patient referral processes. The agreement covers various insurance plans, including commercial, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid. Key benefits include reduced specialist referral delays, enhanced diagnostic insights, seamless care coordination, and increased patient compliance.

Philips (NYSE: PHG) has released its Future Health Index 2025 Canada report highlighting significant healthcare challenges and the potential role of AI in addressing them. The research reveals that 1 in 5 Canadians have been hospitalized while waiting for care, with patients facing an average longest waiting time of 131 days - nearly double the global average.

The study uncovered a substantial AI trust gap, with 86% of healthcare professionals believing in AI's potential to improve patient outcomes, compared to only 49% of patients. Additionally, 85% of healthcare professionals report losing clinical time due to data management issues, with nearly half losing over 45 minutes per shift. The report emphasizes the need for building trust in healthcare AI to realize its full potential in improving healthcare efficiency and access.

Philips (NYSE: PHG) has launched its next-generation electric toothbrushes - the Sonicare 6000 and Sonicare 6400 - exclusively at Walmart. These new models feature advanced Sonicare technology that removes 1000% more plaque compared to manual toothbrushes in hard-to-reach areas.

Both models include key features such as Next-Generation Sonicare Technology, S2 Sensitive brush head, visual pressure sensor, SmarTimer with BrushPacer, and 21-day battery life. The Sonicare 6000 offers 6 brushing settings, while the premium 6400 model provides 9 settings and includes app connectivity for personalized brushing recommendations.

Philips (NYSE: PHG) and Southlake Health have partnered to implement the Philips Ambition X MR with BlueSeal technology, a groundbreaking helium-free 1.5T scanner. The innovative system has demonstrated significant improvements, performing MRI exams up to 3 times faster with advanced acceleration technologies.

The installation at Southlake Health represents one of 2,000 BlueSeal installations worldwide, which have collectively saved 5 million liters of helium. The technology features a 70cm bore for enhanced patient comfort and includes AI-embedded workflow solutions. This upgrade aims to address growing diagnostic imaging demands, building upon Southlake's previous capacity of over 20,700 MRI scans performed last year.

Philips (NYSE: PHG) has announced its intention to extend the settlement of two forward contracts related to its long-term incentive plans share program. The extension involves 4 million shares (2 million shares each) and will push the original maturity dates from Q4 2025 to Q4 2026.

These forward contracts are part of the company's share repurchase program that was previously announced on June 14, 2023.

Philips (NYSE: PHG) and Masimo (NASDAQ: MASI) have announced a renewed multi-year strategic partnership focused on advancing patient monitoring technologies. The collaboration will integrate Masimo's advanced monitoring technologies, including SET® pulse oximetry, Radius PPG, and sensor technology, into Philips' multi-parameter patient monitoring platforms.

The partnership aims to develop and co-promote next-generation monitoring solutions, with a focus on patient mobility, AI algorithms, and smart connected care. The integration will support clinicians with reliable data and actionable insights across bedside monitors, central stations, and wearable solutions within a unified system.

Masimo (NASDAQ: MASI) has announced a significant multi-year renewal and expansion of its strategic partnership with Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) through 2026 and beyond. The expanded collaboration will accelerate the integration of Masimo's monitoring technologies, including SET® pulse oximetry, into Philips' multi-parameter patient monitors.

The partnership includes integration of Radius PPG® with Masimo-board equipped Philips monitors and the development of next-generation wearable solutions. The companies will jointly develop and promote AI-based monitoring technologies. Additional Masimo technologies available on Philips devices include SpHb®, O3® regional oximetry, SedLine® brain function monitoring, and NomoLine® capnography.

Philips (NYSE:PHG) has partnered with Philips Foundation and nonprofit MedShare International to launch an innovative disaster preparedness program in the United States. The initiative focuses on pre-positioning medical equipment for rapid deployment during natural disasters, featuring advanced ultrasound systems and mother-and-child care products.

The program, prompted by Hurricane Helene in 2024, aims to ensure healthcare continuity during emergencies. Philips North America is contributing ultrasound systems for cardiac, vascular, and obstetric imaging, supported by field service engineers. The two-year pilot program includes a sustainable approach where equipment will be reprocessed and redeployed after each emergency.

This partnership addresses a critical need, as the U.S. has faced nearly 400 climate disasters causing over $1 billion in damages each over the past 45 years.

Philips (NYSE:PHG) has unveiled a new smart telemetry platform featuring the next-generation Telemetry Monitor 5500 for enhanced cardiac monitoring. The platform addresses critical healthcare challenges including staff shortages and alarm management, where hospitals face an average of 350 alarms per patient per day.

The innovative solution integrates with Philips' central monitoring unit (CMU) to provide simplified workflows, scalable monitoring capabilities, and data-driven insights. Key features include a compact wearable monitor with touchscreen interface, tools to filter non-actionable alarms, and connected bedside coordination through the Care Assist mobile application.

Additionally, Philips offers Mobile Cardiac Telemetry (MCOT) technology for monitoring cardiac patients up to 30 days post-discharge, enabling continuous care transition and remote patient monitoring.