It’s no secret that technology has facilitated access and directly helped meet consumer needs in a multitude of industries. Healthcare has become the latest market to take full advantage of this trend as innovation has begun to disrupt the market in a significant way. As demand for healthcare products increases so does the need for novel technology and innovative drugs. According to Modern Healthcare, the healthcare industrywill continue to drive the nation’s employment growth through 2026. The industry is forecast to add about 4 million new jobs, which will account for roughly one third of total job growth, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Modern Healthcare also stated that “the healthcare industry has long fueled the country’s economy. Demand is expected to pick up as the population ages, people live longer, more gain insurance coverage and chronic conditions become more prevalent.” As the demand for novel medical technology continues to rise, healthcare stocks are beginning to see higher activity in the market as well.Click Here For Today's Trending Healthcare Plays