Excluding currency effects, the full year revenue increased by 0.9 percent. As expected, 2011 became the first year in which the digital and IT solutions were able to compensate for the decline in the traditional film business. 
At the 2012 European Congress of Radiology (ECR) in Vienna, Austria, Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) is validating the power of its unique Imaging 2.0 concept, launched in Europe during ECR 2011, by showcasing evidence gathered from more than 60 scientific studies worldwide, and expert opinion from top thought leaders across Europe. Agfa HealthCare launches its new CR 10-X computed radiography (CR) solution at ECR 2012. With this affordable CR system, lower-volume hospitals and private practices can benefit from the workflow advantages of digital radiography, without compromising on image quality. 
In many countries, changing economic conditions also increase cost pressures on healthcare systems. To address these challenges proactively, Siemens Healthcare launched the worldwide initiative Agenda 2013, which combines commitment to advanced, patient-centered technology with increased consideration of economic aspects. 
Docobo Ltd, one of the UK's leading suppliers of Telehealth, Risk Stratification and Community products and services is introducing the Wound Management capability within its ComCare Community system as a separate capability in response to interest from Community and Homecare providers. 
By Shane Tickell, CEO, IMS MAXIMS.
Hillingdon Council is offering free Lifeline telecare packages from Tunstall to residents over the age of 85 through its TeleCareLine service, to promote safe and independent living by bringing support for service users directly into their homes.