Weekly Scoop 🍦 #79

⚽ U.S. Soccer launches the Kang Women’s Institute to transform health and performance in the women’s game

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The new institute will focus on research, innovation and applied science to advance health and performance for women footballers.

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‍“This Institute will put female athletes at the center of U.S. Soccer’s scientific research and build the evidence, systems and standards that will allow women and girls to reach their full potential. This is not just about closing a research gap; it’s about creating a future where every player has the knowledge, care, and opportunity to thrive.”‍

— Michele Kang, Founder and CEO, Kynisca

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🏥 Proactive MD expands access to women’s health and chronic disease care through new acquisitions

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The company announced new acquisitions aimed at broadening access to women’s health services and integrating chronic disease management.

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"We are proud to extend our reach in chronic condition care and women’s health. This expansion enables us to make a meaningful impact by providing more people with accessible, top-tier healthcare while reinforcing our commitment to excellence in patient care."

— John Collier, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Proactive MD

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🌍 Nestlé joins UNFPA-led coalition to advance women’s health and nutrition

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Nestlé has joined a UNFPA-led coalition focused on improving women’s health and nutrition outcomes through business action and collaboration.

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"From maternal health to menopause, our commitment is unwavering. We provide innovative and tailored nutrition solutions, ensure respectful workplace conditions, and increase support to women. When women thrive, families, communities, and economies flourish."

— Serena Aboutboul, Global Head of Nutrition Division, Nestlé

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🧬 Biologica launches science-backed women’s health platform

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Biologica unveiled a new platform offering personalised, science-based support for women’s health, aiming to expand access to tailored care solutions.

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"This wasn't about adding another supplement to the shelf. We set out to unlearn assumptions and rethink the approach in order to address women's real needs at each life stage"

— Joey Zwillinger, Co-Founder, Biologica

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🧬 Pan Cancer T raises $11.6M to trial a therapy for triple-negative breast cancer

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The funding will support clinical trials of a new therapeutic approach targeting triple-negative breast cancer.

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“The equity funding reflects long-standing relationships with our investors and the confidence built through strong preclinical data,”

— Rachel Abbott, CEO, Pan Cancer T

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💷 Women Backing Women fund secures £30M investment to support women-led companies

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The fund has secured new capital to back women founders and leaders across the UK innovation ecosystem.

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“The British Business Bank aims to unlock potential across the economy by ensuring that the full spectrum of UK entrepreneurs have access to finance, including female founders"

— Christine Hockley, Managing Director and Co-Head of Funds, British Business Bank.

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Another powerful week for women’s health. 💪

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