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Cision Canada
31-07-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
NiaHealth Taps ex-HelloFresh Exec as First Chief Marketing Officer and Announces Product Expansion as Company Enters Hyper-Growth Phase
Award-winning marketing leader Candy Lee joins NiaHealth amidst accelerating demand, expanded clinical care, and the announcement of significant product expansion as Canada's most comprehensive proactive health platform. TORONTO, July 31, 2025 /CNW/ - NiaHealth, Canada's fastest-growing consumer proactive health company, today announced the appointment of Candy Lee as its first Chief Marketing Officer, marking a major milestone in the company's evolution from emerging startup to national category leader. The announcement today also includes significant product expansion as part of NiaHealth's mission to become Canada's most powerful and comprehensive proactive health platform—launching Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) out of beta, tripling the size of its clinician team, and expanding its core testing panel from 50+ to over 150 biomarkers, now the most complete longevity and healthspan assessment available to Canadians. This news follows a string of major milestones for NiaHealth, including its public debut out of stealth in April, national platform enhancements announced live at Web Summit in May, and the closing of a $5.75M seed fundraise in June led by Golden Ventures, Version One, and other top-tier Canadian tech investors. "Momentum is real, and it's accelerating," said Sameer Dhar, CEO and Co-Founder of NiaHealth. "We've gone from stealth to scale in just a few months—but we've stayed grounded in our mission. Every new test, every clinical consult, every continuous glucose monitor scan is about helping Canadians feel better and live longer. Candy's appointment is a massive leap forward—she's built some of the most loved brands in Canada, and she understands how to meet people where they are. We're not just innovating—we're making proactive care truly accessible." Lee's career spans award-winning marketing and growth leadership at HelloFresh, Homebase, ecobee, and Budweiser—Canada's #1 beer—earning recognition from the Cannes Lions, FastCompany, CMA Awards, Media Innovation Awards, and more. But it was a personal health reckoning that brought her to NiaHealth. "A decade ago, I hit a turning point in my own health," said Candy Lee, Chief Marketing Officer at NiaHealth. "What looked fine on paper spiralled into months of fatigue, inflammation, and unanswered questions. Through that journey, I learned that with the right clinical guidance and proactive biomarker testing, so much of that suffering could have been avoided. What excites me most about NiaHealth isn't just the science or the product—it's the humanity. This is a company that leads with empathy, with clinicians guiding every step. And the opportunity to bring that to millions of Canadians? That's the kind of mission you drop everything for." NiaHealth's platform now includes access to 150+ evidence-backed biomarkers, one-on-one consultations with longevity-trained clinicians, and advanced data integrations with gut microbiome test insights, Vo2Max, DEXA Body Scans, CGMs and fitness wearables like Oura Ring, Fitbit, and Garmin. By combining long-range biomarkers with real-time health data, members gain a full-circle view of their health—before symptoms ever begin. The company has completed nearly 150,000 biomarker tests across the country, with over 90% of members discovering at least one previously unknown—but actionable—health risk, such as pre-diabetes, vitamin D deficiency, or early heart disease indicators. NiaHealth operates in every province except Quebec and offers HSA-eligible plans starting at $299/year. Designed to complement Canada's public healthcare system, NiaHealth supports Canadians between doctor visits—focusing on long-term prevention, lifestyle change, and early intervention. "This next chapter isn't just about scale—it's about impact for Canadians," said Dhar. "We're proving that proactive health can be evidence-based, clinician-guided, and built for real life. That's the future we're working toward, and we're just getting started." About NiaHealth NiaHealth is Canada's leading proactive health platform, helping people live longer, healthier lives through advanced biomarker testing, personalized clinical guidance, and real-time tools like continuous glucose monitoring and fitness wearable integration. With nearly 150,000 biomarker tests completed and plans starting at $299/year, NiaHealth is proudly built in Canada, for Canadians—designed to empower members with long-range insights, early risk detection, and actionable support. Learn more at
Business Standard
12-06-2025
- Health
- Business Standard
Redial Clinic Launches Holistic Diabetes Reversal Initiative, Targets 1 Lakh Patients by 2026 with Evidence-Based Lifestyle Programs
VMPL New Delhi [India], June 12: In a bold move to address the growing epidemic of lifestyle diseases in India, Redial Clinic has launched a nationwide initiative focused on reversing type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and obesity through clinical lifestyle interventions. The initiative, launched recently in Delhi NCR, aims to impact over 1 lakh patients by 2026. The name of the clinic, 'ReDiaL' stands for 'Reversing Diabetes with Lifestyle Management' This new program integrates physician-led care with customized nutrition, resistance training protocols, and digital habit coaching to reduce -- and in many cases eliminate -- long-term dependency on medications. The launch is timely, as India faces an alarming diabetes burden, with 77 million diagnosed cases and many more undetected. Radial's hybrid care model offers both in-clinic and online access, making it scalable for urban and semi-urban populations alike. A combination of smart tech, like Continuous Glucose Monitoring devices, along with real experts available for personalized coaching sets it apart from generic apps or AI based plans. Spokesperson Quote: "At Redial Clinic, our mission goes beyond symptom control. We are here to dismantle the myth that lifelong medication is the only path for chronic lifestyle diseases," said Dr. Gagandeep Singh, founder of Redial Clinic. "This initiative blends clinical precision with sustainable habit-building, helping patients reclaim their health permanently -- not temporarily." About Redial Clinic: Founded by Dr. Gagandeep Singh, Redial Clinic is one of India's few physician-led centres exclusively focused on reversing chronic metabolic diseases rather than managing them. The clinic's evidence-based approach has helped hundreds of patients safely eliminate medications for diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. Redial's team includes doctors, certified nutritionists, and exercise physiologists who create highly personalized plans tailored to each patient's lifestyle and health status. Over the past year, the clinic has served a diverse population -- from busy professionals to senior citizens -- with over 85% of eligible patients reducing or stopping their medications under supervision. The brand also runs popular educational series across YouTube, busting myths and offering science-backed solutions that Indian audiences can relate to and apply. Call to Action: - Visit us at: - Book a free consultation: Media Contact: - team@ - +91-8045680289 (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by VMPL. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
What is a Diabetic Patch, and does it draw blood?
Image: iStock The world of diabetes management has come a long way. Gone are the days when pricking fingers multiple times a day was the only way to check blood sugar. Today, there's something called a diabetic patch , a small device that promises to make monitoring easier and less painful. It sticks to the skin and tracks glucose levels — sounds like magic, right? But does this little patch actually draw blood? Or is there more to the story? Here is all we need to know about the facts, clear the confusion, and explore what these patches really do. What is a Diabetic Patch, and why is it so talked about? A diabetic patch is a small, coin-sized wearable device that sticks onto the skin, usuallyon the arm or abdomen. It is designed to monitor glucose levels in real-time, 24x7, without the constant need for finger pricks. Most diabetic patches work using Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) technology. These patches have a tiny sensor that either sits just under the skin or touches it gently from the outside. It reads glucose levels from the fluid just beneath the skin, called interstitial fluid, not directly from the blood. The buzz around diabetic patches has grown, especially among people who live with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, for the convenience and freedom they offer. The common belief: 'It must be drawing blood' The moment someone sees a patch that replaces the need for finger pricks, it's easy to assume: this must be drawing blood underneath the skin. Some patches do have a microscopic filament or sensor that penetrates just below the skin, but not deep enough to reach blood vessels. This sensor reads sugar levels from the interstitial fluid. There may be a tiny prick-like sensation when it's first applied, but no continuous blood is drawn. In simple terms, it's more of a clever reader than a blood-sucker. The truth behind that tiny filament The key part of the diabetic patch is a hair-thin sensor, which is about the width of a strand of hair. It's inserted with an applicator and goes just 5 mm under the skin — deep enough to reach the fluid between cells, but not deep enough to hit blood vessels. This fluid changes slightly slower than blood when sugar levels rise or fall, but it still gives a reliable picture of overall trends. That's why CGM patches may sometimes show a slight delay compared to a finger-prick test. So, while there is a superficial insertion, there is no active blood drawing like syringes or lancets. What about those painless, non-invasive patches? There's a new wave of diabetic patches in the making — completely non-invasive ones. These are still being tested or just entering markets. Instead of a sensor going under the skin, they use light, sweat analysis, or other biosignals to measure glucose. These sound futuristic, and they are. Some prototypes can check sugar levels through the skin using laser tech or electrochemical sensors — without breaking the skin at all. While promising, these are still under scientific scrutiny for accuracy. So for now, most widely available CGM patches still use micro-sensors under the skin, but blood is not involved. Why this innovation feels personal For anyone who has watched a loved one manage diabetes — with the daily finger pricks, the sudden sugar drops, the heavy routines — seeing them use a patch instead can feel like witnessing a little miracle. It brings a kind of quiet relief. A sense of freedom. It's not just about the technology; it's about regaining some normalcy in life. Going for a walk without packing a kit. Sleeping peacefully without alarms. Laughing without constantly checking the sugar numbers. The diabetic patch doesn't just monitor glucose — it gives back small slices of ease. Type 2 diabetes: What to eat and what to avoid So, is it truly better than finger pricks? Finger-prick tests are still the gold standard for many. They are quick and direct. But patches bring a new dimension — they show sugar trends throughout the day, including during sleep, meals, or exercise. That said, most doctors recommend using both: patches for continuous insight, and finger-pricks to double-check when readings seem off. Especially during illness or when insulin adjustments are being made. So no, the patch doesn't entirely eliminate pricks, but it certainly reduces the burden. Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
