Evvy Introduces At-Home UTI Test to Expedite Care
Evvy has launched an at-home UTI test that delivers results within one business day along with guidance from an Evvy clinician.
FDA Authorizes First At-Home, OTC Diagnostic Test for Syphilis
NOWDiagnostics’ First To Know has FDA De Novo marketing authorization as a new test for syphilis. The at-home product needs only a single drop of blood to test for this sexually transmitted infection.
NEMT Partner Guide: Why Payers and Providers Should Choose MediDrive’s TMS
Alan Murray on improving access for medical transportation.
Hello Alpha, Phenomix Sciences Launch Partnership for Genetic Obesity Test
A new partnership will give Hello Alpha patients access to Phenomix Sciences’ genetic obesity test.
Unmasking the STI Crisis: At-Home Testing’s Role in Overcoming STI Testing
With at-home STI testing kits, people can get tested in the comfort and privacy of their own homes. These test kits are available at most pharmacies and are easy to use.
Former Paige.AI CEO Launches Microbiome Profiling Startup
Jona, a New York-based gut microbiome testing startup, emerged from stealth with $5 million in funding. The company's at-home microbiome profiling kit educates users about how the community of microorganisms residing in their gut impacts their overall health. The platform also offers recommendations concerning diet and lifestyle modifications based on users’ personal health goals.
How Technology is Enabling Clinical Labs to Become Profit Centers
Thanks to continued advances in technology and laboratory information systems (LIS) that fully support a lab’s operational and financial operations, and a growing trend of consumerism in healthcare, clinical labs now have the opportunity to increase revenue and expand into other areas of the care continuum.
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5 High-Impact Tax Strategies Every Physician Should Use in 2026 to Reduce Their Tax Bill
AI-native tax firm Gelt combines top human tax experts with AI to help physicians and healthcare practices use data-driven tax strategies to lower liabilities, improve profitability, and future-proof their finances.
Caraway, Ash Wellness Launch Partnership to Combat Rise in STIs on College Campuses
Through the partnership, members of Caraway can order an STI Kit, which is delivered to their door and is geared toward Gen Z. The kits have tests for STIs and sexual health, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, hepatitis C, trichomoniasis, candidiasis and bacterial vaginosis. Members then ship the tests to be evaluated at one of Ash’s lab partners, and Caraway then reaches out to the patient with results. If treatment is needed, the patients are connected with a provider on Caraway’s team.
Evvy Unveils Vaginal Healthcare Platform For Testing and Clinical Care
After launching an at-home vaginal microbiome test in 2021, Evvy its expanding its services. After taking a test, consumers can received personalized treatment, which may include prescriptions and one-on-one health coaching.
Getlabs, Poplin Team Up To Bring Pre-pregnancy Wellness Testing to Couples’ Homes
Poplin sells tests for couples looking to know more about their health before they start trying to get pregnant. After traditionally offering their tests in labs, Poplin is partnering with Getlabs to reach consumers in their homes.
Viome Life Sciences snags $67M to expand DTC pipeline of at-home tests and wellness products
The funding was led by Bold Capital Group. Other investors of the company include Khosla Ventures, WestRiver Group and Glico. In total, Viome has raised more than $150 million.
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Could QuantalX’s Device Make Managing Brain Health Easier?
CEO and neuroscientist Dr. Iftach Dolev on how the new device can bring a powerful tool to psychiatrists and neurologists alike.
Morgan Health makes $20M investment in LetsGetChecked to expand at-home care
Morgan Health made the investment in an effort to meet the rising demand for at-home care. The funding will help LetsGetChecked further expand its platform and reach more people.
In developing at-home diagnostics, focus less on features more on user experience
Panelists at a session on diagnostics at MedtechVision 2022, a hybrid conference organized by MedtechWomen stressed that consumer and physician experience with a product is what is key in medtech innovation compared with simply adding bells and whistles.
Reclaim your privacy by bringing STI testing into the home
Young people ages 15 to 24 account for half of all new sexually transmitted infections, but widespread testing may be hindered by confidentiality concerns. At-home, mail-in testing offers a convenient, safe and private option to screen for STIs.
Sprinter raises $33M for ‘last-mile healthcare delivery’
The Menlo Park-based company is building a service for quick at-home health services, such as lab draws and Covid-19 testing. The company is looking to build the “DoorDash for lab draws,” raising $33 million from backers.
FDA authorizes Labcorp’s at-home test kit for Covid-19, flu
The Food and Drug Administration granted an emergency use authorization for an at-home Covid-19 and flu test kit by Labcorp. It uses a test that was developed by Roche and authorized last year.