Pelvic Health

How Astek Diagnostics Is Transforming UTI Identification and Treatment with Rapid Testing Technology

Astek Diagnostics, founded by Mustafa Al-Adhami, PhD in response to his grandfather’s experience with a urinary tract infection (UTI), is on a mission to transform diagnostic procedures. Witnessing his grandfather’s suffering, Al-Adhami recognized the urgent need for a more efficient and precise diagnostic solution. Thus, he conceived the idea of the Jiddu Analyzer, aimed at providing rapid antibiotic sensitivity testing within one…

Owen Mumford Expands Pelvic Health Portfolio with Empelvic Acquisition

Medical device company Owen Mumford has recently announced the acquisition of Empelvic, a brand specializing in pelvic floor cushion technology. This strategic move aims to bolster Owen Mumford’s pelvic and sexual health portfolio, catering to the growing demand for accessible at-home solutions for intimate health conditions. Empelvic, founded in Denmark by Gry Senderovitz and Michael Severinsen, offers a non-invasive pelvic floor cushion…

HelloGina and The Pelvic People Partner to Advance Pelvic Health

In the field of sexual wellness and pelvic health, discussions often revolve around physical treatments or mental health strategies in isolation. However, in a strategic move towards comprehensive care, The Pelvic People and HelloGina have teamed up to provide a holistic toolkit addressing both physical and mental aspects of pelvic pain. The Pelvic People, formerly known as Ohnut, is committed to tackling…

Cosm Medical Receives FDA Clearance for Gynethotics Pessaries, Leading the Way in Personalized Pelvic Care

Cosm Medical, a Toronto-based company, has announced its recent FDA clearance for Gynethotics Pessaries, marking a significant milestone in pelvic care. This clearance, following closely on the heels of Health Canada approval, highlights Cosm’s dedication to improving patient outcomes and transforming treatment options for women globally. Gynethotics Pessaries represent a breakthrough in personalized pelvic care, setting a new standard in the field.…

New Study Confirms Flyte Device’s Efficacy in Stress Urinary Incontinence Treatment

Pelvital, a medtech company specializing in women’s health, has announced the publication of a pivotal study in the peer-reviewed journal Therapeutic Advances in Urology. The study, titled “Randomized trial of mechanotherapy for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence in women,” validates the efficacy of their FDA-cleared Flyte device. The research indicates significant improvements for women suffering from stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and…

Elidah Secures Series A Funding to Advance Women’s Health Innovations Addressing Urinary Incontinence

Elidah, a healthcare technology company known for developing FDA-cleared non-invasive, wearable treatments for urinary incontinence in women, has recently announced the completion of its Series A funding round. The company has successfully secured an undisclosed amount of investment, led by Blu Venture Investors and supported by contributions from Right Side Capital and Integral Private Wealth Advisors. This financial milestone is set to…

‘Kegels,’ Vaginas, and Vulvas, Oh My!: Why does Meta STILL think ‘Kegels’ is a dirty word?

The following guest post was written by Dr. Karla Loken, DO OBGYN FACOOG, Chief Medical Officer of a women’s health company FEMSelect and Liz Weir, Chief Marketing Officer of LevLane Advertising. 2023 was a pivotal year for women as pop culture and feminism collided in ways that they never have before.  It was the year that gave us the “Barbie” movie. It gifted…

Freya Biosciences Secures $38M in Series A Funding to Advance Women’s Reproductive Immunotherapies

Freya Biosciences, a clinical-stage biotech company, has raised $38M Series A funding to advance the development of innovative women’s reproductive immunotherapies. The funding round was led by Sofinnova Partners and OMX Ventures with participation from The Export and Investment Fund of Denmark, Angelini Ventures, Mike Jafar Family Office, CE-Ventures, Corundum Systems Biology, and Indaco Venture Partners. Freya Biosciences’ Series A comes on…