However, the VDGH is calling for an expanded definition of digital health applications (DiGA) in order to exploit the full potential of DiPA, particularly in combination with in-vitro diagnostics, in order to sustainably improve care provision.
In a nutshell: The Association of the Diagnostics Industry (VDGH)
As a trade association, the German Diagnostics Industry Association (VDGH) represents the interests of more than 100 companies operating in Germany with a total turnover of 5.4 billion euros in 2022. They manufacture examination systems and reagents for the diagnosis of human diseases, which generate a turnover of more than 2.3 billion euros, as well as instruments, reagents, test systems and consumables for research in the life sciences, which generate a turnover of 3.1 billion euros.
