A new study conducted by Quest Diagnostics in collaboration with the University of Alabama has revealed significant gaps in the testing and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among pregnant women in the United States. The study, titled Chlamydia and gonorrhea testing in pregnancy: Time to improve adherence and update recommendations, was published in the ‘Journal of Lower Genital Tract Disease’ and…
Flo Health, a leading women’s health app, has raised more than $200 million in a Series C investment from General Atlantic, a prominent global growth investor. This investment propels Flo’s valuation beyond $1 billion, making it the first purely digital consumer women’s health app to achieve unicorn status. Flo Health’s mission is to support women at every stage of their health journey,…
Mitera, a maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) telehealth company, has launched the Mitera Agency Workbench, a portal designed to streamline the case management process for surrogacy agencies and fertility centers. The new platform offers a seamless, flexible, and transparent experience for managing various services related to third-party reproduction. “At Mitera, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of change and innovation in pregnancy…
In the digital age, where every online search leaves a trace, ensuring privacy while seeking reproductive health information has never been more crucial. Recognizing this, MSI Reproductive Choices and the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) have teamed up to launch the Vagina Privacy Network (VPN), an initiative designed to safeguard personal data. MSI Reproductive Choices is committed to providing and advocating for abortion…
MysteryVibe, a company known for its clinically-backed sexual health devices, has recently rebranding and announced an expansion of its product offerings broadening its focus to address a wider range of health concerns. The company’s new brand identity, which includes updated branding, messaging, supports plans for future growth. It is designed to reflect its expanded mission and appeal to a broader audience. MysteryVibe’s…
TMRW Life Sciences, the creator of the only FDA-cleared automated specimen management and storage platform for frozen human sperm, eggs, and embryos, has successfully closed a $28+ million Series D equity financing round. This funding aims to meet the increasing demand from fertility clinics for safe and more accurate cryostorage solutions. The financing round was led by 5AM Ventures, with participation from…
Legacy, North America’s leading digital fertility clinic for men, has secured $7.5 million in financing to advance its mission of making male fertility services more accessible. This funding will support the fulfillment of two recently signed contracts to serve over nine million veterans. Legacy, advised by top fertility experts, offers sperm testing and freezing through at-home kits shipped directly to clients. To…
3Daughters, a clinical development company dedicated to advancing women’s healthcare, has announced the successful completion of an oversubscribed seed financing round, raising $4.7 million. This round saw participation from existing investors including Thairm Bio, Argosy Foundation, Wexford Science and Technology, UMass Amherst, and new undisclosed investors. Mary Beth Cicero, CEO of 3Daughters, commented: “We are thrilled by the overwhelming response from both…
