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Differentiating Diagnostic Value: Broad‑Spectrum qPCR vs. Shotgun Metagenomics in Vaginal Microbiome Testing

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Differentiating Diagnostic Value: Broad‑Spectrum qPCR vs. Shotgun Metagenomics in Vaginal Microbiome Testing

The vaginal microbiome plays a foundational role in women’s health. Broad-spectrum quantitative PCR (qPCR) and shotgun metagenomic sequencing, offer distinct benefits and limitations. Understanding their comparative utility is critical for clinicians, researchers, and digital health platforms delivering vaginal health solutions.

 

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Understanding Post-Cancer Challenges with Gina Franco, MSN, ANP-C

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Understanding Post-Cancer Challenges with Gina Franco, MSN, ANP-C
Dr. Rebecca Levy-Gantt on Vaginal Health and the Power of PCR Diagnostics

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Dr. Rebecca Levy-Gantt on Vaginal Health and the Power of PCR Diagnostics
VENUS Study and qPCR Test: Progress, Milestones and New Opportunities Ahead

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VENUS Study and qPCR Test: Progress, Milestones and New Opportunities Ahead
Empowering Women Through Menopause: Dr. Polly Watson on Hormonal Health and Functional Medicine

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Empowering Women Through Menopause: Dr. Polly Watson on Hormonal Health and Functional Medicine

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Interview Series with Julie Spencer: Functional Medicine and the Vaginal Microbiome

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Interview Series with Julie Spencer: Functional Medicine and the Vaginal Microbiome
Did You Know…parabens and petrochemicals should be avoided if possible, but there are worse alternatives?

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Did You Know…parabens and petrochemicals should be avoided if possible, but there are worse alternatives?
Chief Science Officer Beth DuPriest, PhD discusses chemical ingredients in vulvovaginal hygiene products and their potential effects on vaginal and reproductive health. 
Did You Know…lubricants and vaginal moisturizers have similar compositions but different uses?

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Did You Know…lubricants and vaginal moisturizers have similar compositions but different uses?
Chief Science Officer Beth DuPriest, PhD addresses the difference between lubricants and vaginal moisturizers and how you can help your patients select the right product.
Exploring the Vaginal Microbiome in the VENUS Study: New Horizons for Women's Vaginal Health

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Exploring the Vaginal Microbiome in the VENUS Study: New Horizons for Women's Vaginal Health
We are thrilled to share that we have launched our pioneering vaginal microbiome registry study entitled “Vaginal Ecosystem and Network in the US” (VENUS) Study.
SHWI Welcomes New Chief Science Officer Dr. Kim Capone

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SHWI Welcomes New Chief Science Officer Dr. Kim Capone
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Kim Capone, new Chief Science Officer for Vaginal Biome Science (VBS), and lead educator for the Sexual Health & Wellness Institute (SHWI).
Dr. Hannah Strom on Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and the Vaginal Microbiome

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Dr. Hannah Strom on Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and the Vaginal Microbiome
The pelvic floor, which consists of muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues, can be influenced by various factors including the microbiome.
Exploring New Frontiers in Vaginal Microbiome Science

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Exploring New Frontiers in Vaginal Microbiome Science
Chief Science Officer, Dr. Kim Capone discusses the recent research and scientific interest in the importance of the vaginal microbiome, from the Scientific American article, “The Vaginal Microbiome May Affect Health More than We Thought."
Charting New Territories: Mapping the Vaginal Microbiome on a Grand Scale

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Charting New Territories: Mapping the Vaginal Microbiome on a Grand Scale
Dr. Kim Capone delves into the latest expansive citizen-driven research conducted in Belgium, exploring the intricate mapping of the vaginal microbiome.
Antimicrobial Resistance: A Global Health Emergency with Significant Relevance for Women’s Health

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Antimicrobial Resistance: A Global Health Emergency with Significant Relevance for Women’s Health
Did you know that antimicrobial resistance is currently one of the greatest global health threats, with resistance detected to all antibiotics currently in clinical use?
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Microbes and Love: How Your Microbiome Influences Attraction and Intimacy

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Microbes and Love: How Your Microbiome Influences Attraction and Intimacy

While we often think of attraction as a mix of chemistry, personality, and looks, current research suggests that our microbiome may play a hidden role in who we’re drawn to and how we experience intimacy.

VENUS Study and qPCR Test: Progress, Milestones and New Opportunities Ahead

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VENUS Study and qPCR Test: Progress, Milestones and New Opportunities Ahead

The VENUS Study aims to explore the complex vaginal microbiome and its connection to gynecological conditions such as bacterial vaginosis, candidiasis, lichen sclerosus, GSM, vulvodynia, and more.
Exploring Cervical Cancer Disparities in Native American Women through Vaginal Microbiome Insights

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Exploring Cervical Cancer Disparities in Native American Women through Vaginal Microbiome Insights

Native American women face a significantly higher risk of cervical cancer compared to non-Hispanic White (NHW) women, with roughly double the incidence and mortality rates.
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