LG has announced a new collaboration with Independa to bring a variety of wellness-focused features to LG smart TVs. The 'Independa Health Hub' is a senior-focused application that allows users to conveniently make dentist's or doctor's appointments, communicate with loved ones, and access a health-focused pharmacy platform. The application will require a secondary account to be set up, but after this process, it is easy to receive a variety of health benefits.
A dentist's appointment made through Independa costs $75 while a doctor's appointment costs $55. The large television screen is then used for a high-quality video call which can be easier for seniors to interact with due to the real-world clarity and size of the display. Also included on the Independa application is a free pharmacy plan named 'Capital Rx' which gives adults discounts on prescriptions and wellness videos.
Senior-Focused Health Applications
LG and Independa Have Brought Wellness Features to LG Smart TVs
Trend Themes
1. Senior-focused Health Applications - As technology continues to reach a wider audience, developing health applications specifically catered towards seniors presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the healthcare market.
2. Telemedicine Through Smart Tvs - The integration of health-focused applications onto smart TVs provides an opportunity for healthcare providers to offer more convenient and accessible telemedicine services to their patients.
3. Merging Healthcare and Technology - The Independa Health Hub represents a trend towards technology and healthcare collaboration, leading to potential disruptive innovation opportunities in healthcare services and products.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - Healthcare providers can partner with technology companies to develop telemedicine services or wellness-focused applications, providing a more efficient and convenient experience for patients.
2. Technology - Technology companies can collaborate with healthcare providers to bring health-focused applications and services to different platforms, opening new markets and revenue streams.
3. Pharmaceuticals - As seen with Capital Rx, pharmaceutical companies can use health-focused applications to offer discounts or wellness content to seniors or those with chronic illnesses.