Ecosystem

Bridging the Gender Gap in Health Research: Charting a Course for Inclusive Healthcare

The gender health research gap remains a pressing issue in healthcare, as highlighted in a recent Femtech Insider webinar featuring Priyanka Jain of Evvy, investor and board member Jessica Federer, and Geet Khosla of Proem. Their discussion, led by Femtech Insider’s Kathrin Folkendt, revealed not only the depth of the problem but also a range of potential solutions spanning technology, policy, and…

RH Capital Team Launches Foreground Capital: A New Chapter in Women’s Health Investing

RH Capital, a pioneer in women’s health investing, is taking a significant step forward in its evolution. The team behind the fund – Elizabeth Bailey, Stasia Obremskey, and Alice Zheng – has announced the launch of Foreground Capital, a new venture firm dedicated to advancing women’s health innovation. This move builds on five years of experience and success at RH Capital, which…

The Vital Link Between Clean Water Access and Women’s Health

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…

Women Leaders in Tech, Sports, and Entertainment Invest $5M in Menopause Startup Midi Health’s $63M Series B Round

Midi Health, a fast-growing virtual care clinic for women aged 35 and above, has announced the closing of a $63M Series B funding round. Among the new investors is an impressive group of women leaders across various industries, including Amy Schumer, Connie Britton, Brandi Chastain, Meena Harris, Sheryl Sandberg, Tekedra Mawakana, and Tory Burch. This $5M Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) was formed…

Three UK-based Women’s Health Startups Join Morgan Stanley’s Inclusive Ventures Lab

Morgan Stanley’s Inclusive Ventures Lab (MSIVL), an accelerator dedicated to fostering technology and tech-enabled startups, recently welcomed its 10th cohort, which includes three UK-based women’s health startups: Juniver, Ovum, and HANX. These companies are working to address critical gaps in women’s healthcare, ranging from disordered eating and fertility to sexual and intimate wellness. The Inclusive Ventures Lab was created to promote financial…

PacBio Launches ‘HiFi Solves Sub-Fertility Consortium’ in Asia Pacific to Address Subfertility and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

Canadian life sciences company PacBio has announced the launch of the HiFi Solves Sub-fertility Consortium, a collaboration between five leading medical centers across the Asia-Pacific region. The consortium, spearheaded by KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (KKH) in Singapore, aims to utilize PacBio HiFi long-read sequencing technology to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of subfertility and recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). The initiative is…

How Radiant Health Partners Is Reimagining Women’s Health Through an Innovative Capital Structure

In the ever-evolving landscape of women’s healthcare, a new player has recently emerged with a unique approach to addressing the longstanding gaps in care. Radiant Health Partners, founded by Stanford MBA graduates Sasha Pines and Emily Powers, is setting out to redefine the standard of care for women, particularly those navigating the complexities of menopause. Both Pines and Powers bring personal motivations…

Medscape Education Launches Innovations in Women’s Health Coalition

Medscape Education, a leader in continuing medical education, has announced the formation of the Innovations in Women’s Health Coalition (IWHC), furthering its dedication to addressing disparities in women’s healthcare. The coalition aims to advance comprehensive, patient-centered care for women across all life stages by bringing together experts from leading organizations, including the American Medical Association (AMA), March of Dimes (MoD), National Association…