Photograph of Svanhildur, or "Sasa," telling her own deeply moving story of living with terminal cancer.

September 23, 2024

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A New Era of Empowerment for Cancer Patients

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At Sidekick Health, our mission is clear: to empower people to take control of their health, transforming the management of the most common and costly diseases into a journey of resilience and hope. Today, we are proud to announce our collaboration with BBC Storyworks on "Rewriting Cancer", a series produced in partnership with the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).

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This powerful series explores the real-world challenges of living with cancer and highlights innovative solutions that can change lives. Sidekick’s story, available to watch here, focuses on how Sidekick’s digital health platform is supporting patients with cancer at every step of their journey—beyond the hospital, and beyond the diagnosis.

Reimagining Cancer Care: Empowerment Beyond the Hospital

Cancer is a diagnosis that changes everything. It affects the mind, body, and spirit, often making the path ahead feel uncertain. At Sidekick, we believe that cancer care should not stop when a patient leaves the hospital.

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Our personalized digital programs are designed to meet patients where they are, providing the tools they need to manage their health and well-being in the comfort of their own homes. Whether it’s managing symptoms, tracking medications, or receiving mental and emotional support, Sidekick’s oncology program offers bespoke pathways tailored to each individual’s needs—across several different kinds of cancer, and from diagnosis to remission or dignified end-of-life care.

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In the "Rewriting Cancer" series, our episode "Beyond the Hospital" shows how Sidekick’s platform is revolutionizing cancer care by offering patients comprehensive but bite-sized educational modules for every step of their journey. These modules help patients remain engaged with their care and empowered in their treatment, ultimately aiming to improve outcomes like medication adherence and reduce the emotional and mental burdens that accompany living with cancer. With Sidekick, patients have the tools to navigate their journey with strength and confidence.

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Our results speak for themselves: we have seen statistically significant increases in adherence rates, a 25%¹ reduction in hospitalizations, and 39%² fewer emergency room visits. This focus on hyper-personalized content helps translate patient support into measurable results for our clients, including health plans and life sciences companies.

Svanhildur, or "Sasa," tells her own deeply moving story of living with terminal cancer. Despite the challenges, she continues to live her life with courage, finding strength in the daily support Sidekick offers her. Through the Sidekick platform, she has been able to manage her physical symptoms, regulate her exercise, and find comfort in knowing she is not alone.

Haukur, a former cancer patient and Sidekick Health expert, shares how his personal battle inspired him to help others through Sidekick’s platform. His journey underscores the importance of holistic care—support that goes beyond treating the disease to nurturing the whole person.

Sidekick’s Commitment to Holistic, Personalized Care

At Sidekick, we believe that healthcare should be personal, accessible, and empowering. Our collaboration with the BBC on the "Rewriting Cancer" series highlights how digital health solutions can bridge the gap in cancer care, offering patients a lifeline of support outside the traditional clinic.

Sidekick’s platform, developed by a multidisciplinary team of doctors, former patients, and behavior-change experts, provides a unique, personalized experience that addresses not only physical health but also emotional and mental well-being.

While our deep expertise in oncology is a testament to our commitment to supporting patients on any health journey, Sidekick Health supports over 20 conditions, supporting health plans across almost all 50 states and in all lines of business, and partnering with life sciences companies from clinical trials through commercial launch and beyond. This broad, holistic approach ensures that no matter what stage of their healthcare journey patients are on, they have the tools to take control of their health and their lives.

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With cancer affecting one in four people worldwide, the need for comprehensive care is greater than ever. Our mission is to ensure that every patient has the tools to manage their journey with dignity and hope, no matter where they are or what stage of cancer they are facing. Through our digital platform, we are giving patients the power to take back control of their lives—on their terms.

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Sidekick Health’s partnership with the BBC is part of a broader movement to change the way we think about cancer care. We invite you to watch our episode in the "Rewriting Cancer" series here and join us in reshaping the narrative.

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_{1 Independent analysis conducted by a payer partner. n=225 members and n=409 propensity-matched controls. Data as of November 2023.}

_{2 Independent analysis conducted by a payer partner (April 2023);}_{https://www.beckerspayer.com/virtual-care/at-elevance-health-doctors-orders-may-include-ai-powered-concierge-care.html}