On February 11, Nori Health CEO and founder, Roeland Pater, was interview by Tobias Silberzahn, partner at McKinsey & Company and Host of the global Health Tech Network and CEO Roundtable.   In this fireside chat, we learn more about Nori Health’s vision about the future of chronic disease treatment. Roeland shares:   – His personal journey to become a healthcare innovator. – The contribution he is making for Crohn’s disease. – How he views the evolution of chronic disease management over the next 10 years.   Watch the video interview here: The People Behind Healthcare Innov ..read more

The treatment goal for an inflammatory disease is to stop or decrease symptoms as soon as possible. The problem with traditional treatment is that there is minimal ongoing assessment. As a result, months, or even years, go by without a patient getting the treatment that really helps. The new threat-to-target approach is a more aggressive approach, dedicated to meeting specific targets and making adjustments until the treatment goal is achieved.   What is treat-to-target?   Treat-to-target is a strategy for clinicians to use which involves setting goals and monitoring progress along t ..read more

Nori Health is excited to welcome Christian Vogel to the co-founding team of the company, as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). In this role he will lead the technology and development side of Nori Health. Christian is a natural born entrepreneur with a passion for directing and leading technical teams. He loves building beautiful and innovative products with a meaningful mission like Nori Health.   He comes on board with over 20 years of hands-on experience, leading teams of motivated developers and designers at companies such as Nine Connections – a smart news network that delivers per ..read more

We do it 22,000 times a day, sometimes without even noticing. This mainly subconscious effort is complex and affects all parts of our body and mind, helping to decrease stress and improve our wellbeing. Mounting evidence indicates that stress activates symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease, leading to more flare-ups. So let’s take a breath and learn about the benefits of breathing for IBD management.   Stressful life, suffering gut Stress is one of the most influential factors that impact our mind, body, and spirit. Evidence suggests that stress impacts gastrointestinal function, includi ..read more

The mind is a powerful healing tool. So much so that your thoughts can convince your body how to respond. If you’ve suffered from pain, such as with a chronic condition, your brain may need rewiring to break old thought patterns and body responses. Learn the power the mind has when it comes to pain management and how to shift your symptoms.   Placebo for pain management   The way we think something will have an effect on our body, could actually influence it. In a clinical setting, a placebo is an inactive substance that seems similar to the active one being tested. This is helpful f ..read more

It’s a new year and a perfect time for new opportunities. As a company on a mission to improve the lives of those living with inflammatory conditions, we’re always looking ahead to find the best way to help. We’ve got an exciting year ahead and wanted to share our vision with you today. Digging into digital therapeutics   The digital health market is expected to increase by ten times in the next three to five years. This will result in a projected market value of 9 billion dollars by 2025 – Insider Intelligence    Digital therapeutics are companies or products that deliver evide ..read more

There is a 30% difference in quality of life between people with chronic conditions, such as Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative Colitis, and healthy individuals. According to startup Nori Health, this gap can be bridged by providing digital support to patients in addition to traditional care. Healthy.Capital announced today that it made a follow-up investment in Nori Health to support this mission. Read more: https://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/nori-health-raises-new-investment-in-fight-for-better-chronic-bowel-disease-care#ixzz7FrleZobB The post In the news: Nori Health Raises New Investment i ..read more

You live with, and suffer from, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) but aren’t quite sure what causes it. And you’re not alone. The culprits of this digestive tract illness are complex, resulting in those unpleasant symptoms of chronic inflammation and pain. Discover the nature and cause of your condition to help you remain on the road to remission.   IBD overview Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) refers to different long-term conditions that involve inflammation of the digestive tract. The two main types are ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Each has different natures and causes. But b ..read more

You and your doctor share a very personal connection, built upon openness about your condition, and trust that they will guide you towards remission and better health. But in order for them to recommend the right treatments, it’s essential for you to effectively communicate and share details about what you’ve been experiencing. Learn the best ways to connect with your doctor and express what you really need in order to start feeling and getting better.   Communicate your needs Think about the last time you felt satisfied leaving your doctor’s office or after a call with them. Feeling like ..read more

You’ve worked hard to change your habits and mindset in order to make strides towards feeling more in control of your condition. Yet life always seems to have a way of testing us. The stress starts to feel overwhelming and knocks you off course and healthy habits like exercise and nutrition start to suffer. We all experience stress and anxiety on occasion. But rather than adding more worry that you’re not succeeding, simply start with these steps to get back on track. IBD and increased stress You’re not alone. Studies show that people with a medical condition such as IBD are the most vulnerabl ..read more