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VENUS Study: Why Quantification Matters

VENUS Study: Why Quantification Matters

We have worked for the last 24 months to develop our proprietary 54 target quantitative PCR vaginal microbiome test.
Interview Series with Julie Spencer: Functional Medicine and the Vaginal Microbiome

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

Considering Non-Hormonal Solutions for Vaginal Health Challenges in Breast Cancer Survivors

Considering Non-Hormonal Solutions for Vaginal Health Challenges in Breast Cancer Survivors

For many breast cancer survivors (BCSs), the end of cancer treatment doesn’t necessarily signal the end of challenges.
The Microbiome Matters: Hormonal Health and Recurrent UTIs with Dr. Rachel Rubin

The Microbiome Matters: Hormonal Health and Recurrent UTIs with Dr. Rachel Rubin

Dr. Rachel Rubin is a board-certified urologist and sexual medicine specialist. She is one of only a handful of physicians with fellowship training in sexual medicine for all genders.
A Vaginal Hygiene System for Management of Bacterial Vaginosis and Vaginal Health in Pre- and Post-Menopausal Women

A Vaginal Hygiene System for Management of Bacterial Vaginosis and Vaginal Health in Pre- and Post-Menopausal Women

Our pilot studies demonstrated that our vaginal hygiene system effectively reduced vaginal pH and in some cases, BV recurrence rates, in both pre- and post-menopausal women.
Exploring the Vaginal Microbiome in the VENUS Study: New Horizons for Women's Vaginal Health

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.
Dr. Hannah Strom on Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and the Vaginal Microbiome

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.
Optimizing UTI Treatment: The Critical Role of Providers in Enhancing Patient Outcomes and Reducing Healthcare Costs

Optimizing UTI Treatment: The Critical Role of Providers in Enhancing Patient Outcomes and Reducing Healthcare Costs

Antibiotic switching was associated with higher HRU and an increased risk of UTI recurrence compared to not switching antibiotics
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Understanding Post-Cancer Challenges with Gina Franco, MSN, ANP-C

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

Gina Franco, MSN, ANP-C, discusses the often-overlooked sexual and vaginal health struggles cancer survivors face after treatment. She highlights how cancer therapy can disrupt vaginal tissues and how providers can better support whole-person healing through integrative care and patient-centered communication.

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

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.

 

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

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

Dr. Polly Watson, a board-certified OB-GYN with over 20 years of experience, is reshaping the way women approach hormonal health. Through a holistic, patient-centered approach, she empowers women to understand and manage their hormones with personalized care that extends beyond traditional prescriptions.

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