Lingering stigmas around mental illness in China have meant that getting treatment has long been difficult, with this hurdle negatively impacting outcomes for those seeking help. Now, Wechat groups and digital communities are starting a wider conversation and increasing access to support.

With a thousands of ways to improve the American healthcare system, big tech names, from Uber to Amazon, are stepping in to provide better access, while startups are providing alternatives to traditional care. But do people really want to see a Silicon Valley ethos applied to medical care?

Audio manufacturer, Bose, has made its foray into the healthcare market after securing FDA approval for a range of hearing aid devices. At a time when people are looking for tech devices that help them manage their health, Bose is stepping in to give people control of their hearing.

Over a fifth of Britons have used search engines to diagnose a medical condition, whether that’s because they can’t get a GP’s appointment or due to ‘cyber-chondria’. Aiming to ease anxieties and provide fast, accurate advice is Ada, an AI-assisted app that gives users more control over their health.