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Musculoskeletal medical startups race to enter personalized health tech market

TechCrunch

As the pandemic unevenly roars on, Emily Melton , founder and managing partner of Threshold VC , is reflecting on a previous public health crisis: the Spanish flu. And, Melton, a lead investor in health tech startups including Livongo, Tia and Calibrate, says the care pathway ages well. billion in value by 2030.

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Simple HealthKit is taking on health equity with at-home diagnostics, treatment

TechCrunch

In its quest to offer healthcare that’s high-quality, accessible and affordable, Simple HealthKit is expanding its portfolio of diagnostic testing to include diabetes, sexual health and the “tripledemic,” which is COVID, the flu and RSV. billion by 2026 and the global STD market forecasted to be valued at $141 billion by 2030.

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Nigeria’s Helium Health acquires Qatar’s Meddy in rare Africa-GCC deal

TechCrunch

Nigeria-based health tech startup Helium Health has acquired Meddy , a Qatar-headquartered and UAE-based doctor booking platform for an undisclosed amount. With a presence in six African countries — Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Liberia, Kenya and Uganda — Helium Health has signed more than 500 healthcare facilities. Helium Health.

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Just-launched Pet Fund Ani.VC announces DOG PPL as First Investment

American Entrepreneurship

billion by 2030. focuses on the pet market comprised of multiple segments including animal longevity, pet health, therapeutics, veterinary services, consumables, digital services and e-commerce, and animal health. households, according to the American Pet Products Association with 66% reporting at least one pet in 2024.

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How Alternative Proteins Can Win Consumers Over

Revolution

Microalgae, a sustainable substance rich in health benefits, is another promising area of development. Educating Consumers on the Health and Moral Imperative There is a significant opportunity to increase consumer education in this category. I bet alternative proteins will achieve price parity in the next couple of years.

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Singapore-based Telehealth Platform ORA Raises $10 Million in Series A Funding Round

AsiaTechDaily

” With the younger urban population accounting for 36% of the total population and projected to represent half of the population by 2030, ORA recognizes the importance of establishing a strong relationship with this demographic.

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Japan’s Terra Drone gets $14M lift from Saudi investors

TechCrunch

Japan’s Terra Drone lands $70M Series B funding to accelerate global expansion The move comes in line with Saudi Arabia’s “Vision 2030” plan , which lays out goals to reduce the nation’s dependence on hydrocarbons and promote the use of drones in services.

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