TiumBio, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company based in South Korea, recently unveiled encouraging findings from its Phase 2a clinical trial of Merigolix, an oral gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) receptor antagonist, aimed at alleviating moderate to severe endometriosis-associated pain. This announcement comes on the heels of a successful $12 million funding round, earmarked to advance the company’s clinical pipeline. The Phase 2a trial showcased promising…
An extensive evaluation conducted by Health Innovation Kent Surrey Sussex (part of the Health Innovation Network), in collaboration with MUTU Systems and Unity Insights, showed substantial impact of the MUTU System in addressing postpartum pelvic health symptoms within the NHS. Postpartum pelvic health remains an underserved area within women’s healthcare, with many women experiencing long-term conditions impacting their well-being. However, reluctance to…
UK-based femtech startup Elvie has secured £9.6 million in funding. The investment round was backed by existing investors and adds to Elvie’s impressive fundraising history, which includes a £70.7 million Series C round in 2021 and an £18.5 million internal investment in 2022. The company has raised a total of $136 million to date from investors such as BlackRock, Octopus Ventures, and…
Pelvital, has announced the successful closure of an additional $2.32 million in its seed-plus funding round. This brings the total funding raised to $5 million, exceeding the initial target by $500,000. The investment will accelerate the commercialization of Flyte, Pelvital’s FDA-cleared treatment for stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and weakened pelvic floor muscles. “Completing this round is an important step in continuing Pelvital’s…
The 2024 Origin Pelvic Health Study has revealed concerning statistics regarding pelvic health among women aged 18 to 59, highlighting a widespread yet often overlooked issue affecting a significant portion of the population in the United States. According to the study, 75% of women surveyed reported experiencing multiple pelvic health issues within the past year, including bladder and bowel problems, as well…
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…
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…
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…
