Helaina, a biotechnology company focused on human equivalent bioactive proteins, has announced a $45 million Series B funding round bringing the company’s total equity funding to $83 million. Avidity Partners led the round, with participation from Spark Capital, Ingeborg Investments, Tom Williams of Heron Rock, Barrel Ventures, Siam Capital, Relish Works, CF Private Equity, and Primary Venture Partners, among others. The funding…
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In a significant move that’s turning heads in the fertility benefits industry, e-commerce giant Amazon has reportedly chosen Maven Clinic to replace Progyny as its primary fertility benefits provider. This development, highlighted in a recent J.P. Morgan analyst report, marks a notable moment in the competitive landscape of digital health and family care services. Anu Duggal, an investor in Maven through Female…
Pomelo Care has announced its acquisition of The Doula Network, the largest network of credentialed doulas in the United States. This acquisition positions Pomelo as the only maternity care model to offer both virtual and in-person services throughout the U.S. The Doula Network is recognized for its substantial in-network support with major commercial and Medicaid plans. The acquisition comes at a time…
Paxman has announced the publication of the largest real-world study on scalp cooling to date. The study, known as the Dutch Scalp Cooling Registry, spans 13 years and includes data from 7,424 patients across 68 hospitals in the Netherlands. The findings, published in The Oncologist, provide crucial insights into mitigating chemotherapy-induced alopecia (CIA) and solidifying the understanding of factors that contribute to…
In discussions about women’s health, access to clean water is a fundamental yet often overlooked factor. While cutting-edge femtech innovations capture headlines, the basic necessity of clean water remains a critical challenge for millions of women worldwide. In a recent interview Michelle Riewer, Director of Programs and Operations at charity:water, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing clean and safe drinking water to…
Movano Health has recently announced the relaunch of its Evie Ring. The smart ring, initially marketed as the first designed specifically for women’s health monitoring, returns to the market after a hiatus to address customer feedback and supply chain challenges. The Evie Ring’s initial release earlier in 2024 faced several challenges. Users reported technical problems, including issues with battery life and data…
Dearbump, a UK-based maternal health company, has officially launched a new pregnancy app designed to provide real-time health tracking and integrated access to midwives. The app aims to address significant gaps in maternal healthcare by empowering women with more control over their pregnancy journey. According to the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Birth Trauma, up to 79% of women experience some form…
