What You Should Know:
- Babyscripts, a virtual maternity care provider, has partnered with Lyft to address transportation insecurity among pregnant women in Washington D.C.
- This innovative collaboration provides free rides to maternity care appointments, improving access to essential care and reducing health disparities.
Tackling Maternity Care Deserts
Washington D.C. faces significant challenges in maternal health, with high rates of maternal mortality and limited
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Thrivelab Launches Affordable Virtual Menopause Care for Women in New Jersey
What You Should Know:
- Thrivelab, a provider of hormone health services, is addressing the women's health crisis by launching accessible and affordable virtual menopause care in New Jersey.
- Thrivelab aims to bridge the gap in menopause care and provide relief for women experiencing hormonal imbalances.
Addressing a Critical Need
A staggering 80% of women between the ages of 35 and 70 suffer from symptoms of hormone imbalance, yet many remain untreated due to a lack of
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Maven Clinic Secures $125M to Expand Women’s and Family Health Services
What You Should Know:
- Maven Clinic, the world's leading virtual clinic dedicated to women's and family health secures $125M in Series F funding led by StepStone Group.
- The round also included particpation from participation from existing investors General Catalyst, Sequoia, Oak HC/FT, Icon Ventures, Dragoneer Investment Group, and Lux Capital bringing Maven's total funding to over $425M.
A Comprehensive Platform for Every Stage
Maven Clinic stands out for its
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Talkiatry & Biogen Parnter to Tackle Postpartum Depression with Accessible Virtual Care
What You Should Know:
- Talkiatry, a provider of in-network psychiatric care, is taking on the challenge of postpartum depression (PPD) with a new initiative aimed at improving access to mental health support for new mothers.
- Recognizing the urgent need for timely and effective care for PPD, Talkiatry has partnered with Biogen Inc. to launch a dedicated program that combines educational resources with accessible virtual psychiatry services.
The Postpartum Challenge
PPD
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FemTech: Hyivy Health Secures $2M for Next-Gen Pelvic Rehabilitation Platform
What You Should Know:
Hyivy Health most recent $2M seed funding round was led by Zcube – Zambon Research Venture along with contributions from Beresford Ventures, Equation Angels, FACIT, mHub, Women’s Equity Lab, and the founding partner of Chai Ventures.
The funds are crucial for the advancement of Hyivy Health clinical trials and to prepare for market entry. CEO Rachel Bartholomew acknowledges fundraising challenges in the femtech space. “Fundraising in the women’s health space is still
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Pomelo Care Acquires The Doula Network to Offer Virtual & In-Person Care
What You Should Know:
- Pomelo Care, a provider of evidence-based maternity care, has acquired The Doula Network, the largest network of credentialed, in-network doulas in the United States.
- The acquisition expands Pomelo's reach to over 15 million covered lives, including more than 1 in 6 Medicaid beneficiaries nationally. By integrating doula care into its evidence-based, hybrid care model, Pomelo is expanding access to high-quality care, improving outcomes for mothers
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SetSet Launches Clinician-Approved Platform to Deliver Safe Psychedelic Experiences for Women
What You Should Know:
- SetSet, the pioneering platform connecting consumers and medical providers for safe microdosing, has officially launched.
- The innovative platform is specifically designed to empower women in navigating psychedelic experiences through community support, therapist-created curriculum, and access to trained practitioners.
Addressing Mental Health Disparities
The launch of SetSet addresses a critical need, as women are disproportionately
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Midi Health Attracts High-Profile Investors in $63M Funding
What You Should Know:
- Midi Health, the rapidly growing virtual care clinic catering to women 35 and older, today announced a groundbreaking addition to its Series B funding round.
- An impressive cohort of women leaders and icons spanning diverse fields have joined the oversubscribed round via a $5M Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV). This SPV, formed and managed by Midi investor Operator Collective, brings together influential women from entertainment, sports, media, technology,
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Mount Sinai Health System Partners with Midi Health to Enhance Menopause Care in NYC
What You Should Know:
- Virtual care clinic Midi Health announced an exclusive collaboration with the internationally renowned Mount Sinai Health System.
- This partnership aims to provide specialized care and personalized treatment plans for women experiencing perimenopause and menopause in the greater New York metro area.
Bridging the Gap in Menopause Care
Millions of American women suffer from life-altering symptoms during menopause, yet less than a quarter receive
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FemTech: Samsung Acquires Sonio to Expand Women’s and Children’s Health Solutions
What You Should Know:
- Sonio, a medical technology company focused on women's and children's health, announced today that it has been acquired by Samsung Electronics. The acquisition, approved by the French Ministry of the Economy and Finance, marks a significant milestone for Sonio and its commitment to advancing healthcare solutions.
- Founded in 2020, Sonio has developed an AI-powered reporting and workflow solution specifically designed for obstetrics and gynecology ultrasound.
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