Endometriosis

Ironwood Pharmaceuticals Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results; Raises Full Year 2023 LINZESS® U.S. Net Sales and Ironwood Revenue Guidance

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Ironwood intends to effect a squeeze-out merger under Swiss law to acquire the remaining outstanding VectivBio Shares in the second half of 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Ironwood intends to effect a squeeze-out merger under Swiss law to acquire the remaining outstanding VectivBio Shares in the second half of 2023.
  • Total revenues in the second quarter of 2023 were $107.4 million, compared to $97.2 million in the second quarter of 2022.
  • – Ironwood generated approximately $35.0 million in cash from operations in the second quarter of 2023, compared to $61.4 million in cash from operations in the second quarter of 2022.
  • Ironwood is increasing its 2023 U.S. LINZESS net sales and total revenue growth guidance and updating its adjusted EBITDA financial guidance.

EmVenio Research adds principal investigators to research team

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

DURHAM, N.C., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clinical research organization EmVenio Research recently announced the addition of Dr. Stephen Blank, M.D., and Dr. Suzanne Swan, M.D., to its team, serving as principal investigators. In their roles, they will oversee and conduct objective clinical research to ensure independent, high quality and reproducible results, as well as manage oversight of compliance, financial, personnel and other related aspects of research projects. Coming from varying medical backgrounds, Dr. Blank and Dr. Swan offer a diversity of expertise, expanding EmVenio's ability to conduct a wider range of clinical trials.

Key Points: 
  • DURHAM, N.C., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clinical research organization EmVenio Research recently announced the addition of Dr. Stephen Blank, M.D., and Dr. Suzanne Swan, M.D., to its team, serving as principal investigators.
  • Stephen Blank and Suzanne Swan to its team of principal investigators.
  • Blank and Swan bring to our team a magnitude of experience and knowledge in the research of new treatments and therapies," said Thad Wolfram, EmVenio president.
  • "With their diverse backgrounds in medicine, they offer a unique level of oversight to the studies EmVenio conducts and provide our organization the depth to conduct a wider range of clinical research studies for pharmaceutical and clinical research organizations."

Reproductive Endocrinologist Eric Han, M.D., Joins Texas Fertility Center San Antonio

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023

San Antonio, July 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Texas Fertility Center (TFC) is pleased to announce that reproductive endocrinologist Eric Han, M.D., is joining its San Antonio office.

Key Points: 
  • San Antonio, July 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Texas Fertility Center (TFC) is pleased to announce that reproductive endocrinologist Eric Han, M.D., is joining its San Antonio office.
  • As a highly trained reproductive endocrinologist, Eric Han, M.D., provides patients with all the comprehensive services that Texas Fertility Center San Antonio offers, helping people move beyond the frustration of infertility to the joy of parenthood.
  • He says, “I’m looking forward to working with the tremendous staff, including the physicians, nurses and support staff, at Texas Fertility Center San Antonio.
  • It’s an honor and a privilege to work with this great group of people to provide the finest fertility care.”
    Eric Han, M.D., is now accepting new patients at Texas Fertility Center San Antonio.

Global Adhesion Barrier Market 2023: Rising Sports Injuries and Aging Population Push Demand - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, July 21, 2023

The global adhesion barrier market is anticipated to reach USD 1.50 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 7.3% over the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • The global adhesion barrier market is anticipated to reach USD 1.50 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 7.3% over the forecast period.
  • The adhesion barrier market has experienced tremendous expansion because of the aging population's rising prevalence of chronic conditions that require surgery.
  • This demonstrates how crucial adhesion barrier are to enhancing surgical outcomes in senior patients and fostering the expansion of the adhesion barrier market.
  • This highlights the importance of adhesion barrier in addressing the rising number of sports-related injuries and driving growth in the Adhesion Barrier Market.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, , Dr. MaryBeth Anderson as a Pinnacle Platinum Professional for her contributions to the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Monday, July 17, 2023

LAKE GENEVA, Wis., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Dr. MaryBeth Anderson is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Professional for her contributions to the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Key Points: 
  • LAKE GENEVA, Wis., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Dr. MaryBeth Anderson is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Professional for her contributions to the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
  • Dr. Anderson began her studies at the University of Maryland College Park, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Behavioral Sciences.
  • The doctor is also certified in ultrasound diagnostic interpretation by the American Institute of Ultrasound Medicine.
  • Aside from her professional pursuits, Dr. Anderson is happily married and she and her husband enjoy competitive dancing with Fred Astaire.

Quest and Proov Collaborate to Bring Novel Home Fertility Test to Women Through questhealth.com

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

SECAUCUS, N.J., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Women seeking to start or expand a family can now access the Proov Confirm PdG home collection kit for assessing fertility through questhealth.com. Available through a collaboration with the consumer-initiated testing business of Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX) and Proov, maker of at-home fertility and hormone tests, the Proov Confirm PdG test is the first and only FDA-cleared PdG (progesterone metabolite) home test kit to confirm successful ovulation.

Key Points: 
  • Available through a collaboration with the consumer-initiated testing business of Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX) and Proov, maker of at-home fertility and hormone tests, the Proov Confirm PdG test is the first and only FDA-cleared PdG (progesterone metabolite) home test kit to confirm successful ovulation.
  • While the Quest site currently features over 75 test services, from comprehensive health panels to allergy and STD testing, most are based on the laboratory test services of Quest Diagnostics rather than over-the-counter at-home test kits from third-party providers.
  • It involves a urine test, similar to an at-home pregnancy test, with results visible to the eye in 5-10 minutes.
  • The Proov Confirm test joins several other Quest tests to aid fertility assessments and family planning on questhealth.com , including:
    • Ovarian Reserve Assessment Marker (AMH) Test (NEW), which measures women's ovulatory egg supply and potential effect on fertility.

Health in Her HUE to Host Discussion Around Fibroids Awareness and Launch the Fibroids-focused Care Squad Program during Fibroid Awareness Month

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Monday, June 26, 2023

NEW YORK and SAN MATEO, Calif., June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Health in Her HUE ("HIHH"), a company dedicated to connecting Black women and women of color to culturally competent and sensitive healthcare providers, announced an ongoing collaboration with Myovant Sciences Ltd. ("Myovant"), soon to be Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc. ("SMPA") as a result of the combination announced April 2023. The collaboration will kick-off with a fireside chat titled "Fighting Fibroids Together: A Candid Conversation Over Brunch," in New Orleans, Louisiana on July 1st, 2023 during the ESSENCE festival weekend. In acknowledgement of Fibroid Awareness Month, this event aims to support education and awareness efforts for historically underserved populations diagnosed with uterine fibroids.

Key Points: 
  • The collaboration will kick-off with a fireside chat titled "Fighting Fibroids Together: A Candid Conversation Over Brunch," in New Orleans, Louisiana on July 1st, 2023 during the ESSENCE festival weekend.
  • In acknowledgement of Fibroid Awareness Month, this event aims to support education and awareness efforts for historically underserved populations diagnosed with uterine fibroids.
  • The event will help launch HIHH's new Fibroids-focused Care Squad , which focuses on guiding participants toward a better understanding of fibroids as a health relevant condition and the possible linkage between fibroids and other health diagnoses.
  • With a wealth of experience in fibroids, endometriosis, and disparities in maternal morbidity and mortality, Dr. Noel is a leading voice in women's health and developed the content for the Fibroids-focused Care Squad.

Pollie is Redefining Personalized Care for Complex Female Health Issues and Announces Expansion of Services

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

DENVER, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pollie, a digital health company providing personalized care for female health issues, today announced its expansion to serve all women with chronic hormone, autoimmune, metabolic and gastrointestinal conditions.

Key Points: 
  • The Pollie app, initially designed to provide personalized care plans for women with polycystic ovary syndrome, is now expanding to help members manage other complex female conditions with its effective approach.
  • DENVER, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pollie, a digital health company providing personalized care for female health issues, today announced its expansion to serve all women with chronic hormone, autoimmune, metabolic and gastrointestinal conditions.
  • "Over time, we found that our approach wasn't just improving members' PCOS, but also having a remarkable positive impact on their metabolic health, thyroid health and overall health."
  • With the expansion, Pollie is also lowering the price of its flagship Program membership from $89.99/month to $65.99/month.

New to The Street Announces Five Corporate Interviews on its 478th Show, Airing on the Fox Business Network, Tonight, Monday, June 12, 2023, at 10:30 PM PT

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Monday, June 12, 2023

AWH’s ovarian cancer test kit is an advanced diagnostic tool that helps doctors and patients make sensible medical decisions and evaluate treatment options.

Key Points: 
  • AWH’s ovarian cancer test kit is an advanced diagnostic tool that helps doctors and patients make sensible medical decisions and evaluate treatment options.
  • Dr. Phan talks about endometriosis and the ongoing development of the Company’s EndoCheck™ test kit.
  • Endometriosis affects millions of women globally, and a non-invasive diagnostic tool can assist patients in forecasting and managing the disease.
  • The on-screen QR code is available during the show to download more info or visit Aspira Women’s Health - https://aspirawh.com/ .

What's a TENS machine? Can it help my period pain or endometriosis?

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Monday, June 12, 2023

If you’ve been on social media recently you might have noticed sponsored posts and ads for a variety of small, portable electrical devices.

Key Points: 
  • If you’ve been on social media recently you might have noticed sponsored posts and ads for a variety of small, portable electrical devices.
  • These claim to manage period or endometriosis pain safely and without drugs.
  • Most devices have a small box that generates an electrical pulse, and wires connected to sticky pads, which go on your tummy.

They’re mini TENS machines

    • These devices use “transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation”, better known as TENS.
    • TENS machines are not new.
    • Half of people with period pain say over-the-counter medication such as ibuprofen doesn’t get rid of their period pain.

How might TENS work?

    • These pulses are transmitted through the surface of the skin via the sticky pads.
    • So for period pain that’s usually at or below the level of the belly button but above the pubic region.

Here’s what we know so far

    • First, we need to first talk about different types of nerves.
    • Nociceptors are nerves that send “danger” impulses about actual or potential tissue damage.
    • The gate control theory of pain says the spinal cord has “gates” that can be open or closed.
    • TENS machines, especially at high frequency (greater than 50 pulses per second), tend to stimulate sensory nerves (the ones in your skin).

So does TENS work?

    • There was a significant reduction in period pain when high-frequency TENS (more than 50 pulses per second) was compared to sham TENS (where the machine looks the same but doesn’t deliver a pulse).
    • There is only one study of TENS for pelvic pain due to endometriosis.
    • So we need larger studies with a proper control group before we can be sure if TENS works for endometriosis pain.

Is it safe?


    Most studies report no side effects when the pads are used on the abdomen or lower spine. However, if you turn up the intensity too high it can be uncomfortable. You could also get a rash from the adhesive on the pads.

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Which one to buy?

    • If you are going to use the device occasionally (less than 4-5 days per month) you may just need a device that allows you to change the intensity.
    • To get the best relief, the machine should be turned up high enough so it delivers noticeable pulses, but is not painful.
    • For period pain, high frequency (more than 50 pulses per second) shows better results than low frequency (usually 2-5 pulses per second).
    • So make sure the device you’re thinking of buying is either set to a high frequency or you can change the frequency.