Headlines in the Global Wellness Economy

Global Wellness News™ | March 13th, 2025

Why the ancient art of thermal bathing is on the rise

In this Wallpaper* wellness report, Emma O’Kelly investigates the rise of thermal bathing, an ancient art taking the world by storm in 2025 and beyond

Health Data Platforms Unlock Interoperability

Despite improved accuracy, wearable data rarely reaches frontline medicine. Health data interoperability platforms want to bridge the gap.

Reading retreats are the must-try wellness break of 2025

For travellers looking for a dedicated reading escape

US spa boom continues – three-year streak pushes industry
revenue to record $22.5bn

The US spa industry reached a record US$22.5 billion in revenue in 2024, according to the 2025 US Spa Industry Study released at ISPA
Read the article on Spa Business >

Art as therapy: Swiss doctors prescribe museum visits

Swiss doctors are expanding the range of prescriptions for patients with mental health conditions and chronic illnesses to include strolls in public gardens, art galleries and museums.

Workplace wellbeing and safety app raises another $40 million

An eight-year-old workplace safety and wellbeing app founded by three former public servants and used by McDonald’s has raised another $40 million Read the article on Startup Daily >

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