UHS completes $835 million Talkspace deal to close mental health care gap
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UHS completes $835 million Talkspace deal to close mental health care gap

Aug 18th, 2026 • 5 minView Source

The acquisition links virtual therapy for 200 million covered lives with UHS's 346 inpatient behavioral health facilities

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