Lara Dodo

Chief Growth and Operations Officer of Newtopia. Because modern ‘sick care’ systems are more lucrative, venture capital is pushing companies away from preventative solutions – something our at-risk populations desperately need. Telehealth is becoming a foundational part of healthcare in the same way ‘online banking’ is simply banking for most people – the distinction between the two will disappear. Even after vaccines, employers still face an unaddressed health crisis from workforce inactivity, overeating and mental health issues caused by the pandemic. Many have delayed or ignored regular care, avoiding doctor appointments, routine exams and cancer screenings. As a result, experts expect significant rates of late-diagnosed health issues with much poorer outcomes. Businesses are recognizing that they can’t afford to manage employees’ chronic diseases, so are adopting preventative telehealth strategies faster than insurers.