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How Do Virtual Reality Healthcare Clinics Work?

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Virtual reality (VR) healthcare clinics holds transformative potential for the healthcare industry. Virtual healthcare scenes —Virtual reality healthcare clinics can use immersive environments to treat patients.

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VR Training Program Teaches Underserved Population Soft Skills to Increase Their Employment Chances

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However, an initiative by Viability, funded by the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC), promises to make things easier for the underserved, thanks to an innovative VR training program. See Also: New PwC Report: The Effectiveness of Virtual Reality Soft Skills Training.

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Rocket VR Health Enters Accelerator Program

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This Monday, Rocket VR (virtual reality) Health announced its participation in Newchip’s global accelerator program designed to fund, build, and scale start-ups and companies. In March, Massachusetts General Hospital partnered with Rocket VR Health to co-develop clinical therapies for cancer patients.

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Man Loses Over 50 Pounds Using A Virtual Reality Bicycle

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A man in Cambridge, Massachusetts has lost over 50 pounds through the use of a virtual reality bicycle. VirZoom has created a combined hardware/software product that syncs virtual reality experiences to your efforts on a stationary bicycle. William Brierly is 36-years-old.

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Rocket VR Health Enters Newchip Accelerator

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The news comes after the Massachusetts General Hospital partnered with Rocket VR Health in March to co-develop clinical therapies for cancer patients. HCT patients often become bedridden, and Rocket VR Health’s product aims to improve the quality of life for these individuals undergoing HCT treatments at the Massachusetts location.

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The 2017 Virtual Reality Conference and Expo Schedule

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2016 could be considered the official introduction of virtual reality to the world and many industries have either embraced the technology at varying levels or simply started paying attention to movements within the industry. Virtual Reality Evolution // February 16. Virtuality // February 24th – February 26th.

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VR Therapies Calls for Urgent Support after Christmas Day Burglary

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A major charity offering virtual reality (VR) therapies to vulnerable people was “heartbroken” after a massive burglary took place on Christmas Day. Charity Founder Rebecca Gill is a former NHS nurse and launched the world-first VR alternative therapy centre last year.