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Private sector COVID-19 testing is limited

European laboratories were hoping to be a key part of the solution to stop the ongoing spread of COVID-19 but as it stands the bulk of testing remains with the state. As many declare that they are equipped to handle large volumes, HBI looks at where the private sector has been able to deploy its testing capabilities across Europe. 

Each COVID-19 patient could mean one healthcare worker in isolation

In the early stages of the coronavirus outbreak, a third of all patients treated at one Wuhan hospital were healthcare workers that had treated positive patients. This week's infographic brings together stats from the worst affected areas to look at how must of the workforce might be lost to sickness.

Infographic: Most of Italy’s for-profit sector is in the North

This week healthcare organisations across Italy have told HBI that they are too busy to answer questions about the effect of COVID-19 on their work. No surprise there - the virus-stricken north is the stronghold for most for-profit operators. HBI maps their geographic presence and analyses against the spread of the virus.

Nordic listed care companies: A comparison

The for-profit Nordic care sector has faced intensified scrutiny after scandals erupted at Finnish Esperi and Attendo last year. A look at the share prices of listed companies Ambea, Attendo and Humana gives some indication of the effect of this, where newly elected governments in the last few years have created environments more or less favourable to the private sector.

Where have digital solutions plugged in to the patient pathway?

This week HBI looks at where some of Europe's digital healthcare start-ups have plugged into the patient pathway all the way from prevention to long-term care. The graphic suggests where the market is already competitive and where there might be gaps with little activity.

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