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Efferon, a Startup Battlefield 200 participant, is combating pediatric sepsis with Efferon NEO, a blood purification device. It reduces organ failure and accelerates recovery in children by uniquely absorbing both endotoxins and cytokines. Already CE-marked and used in 30 countries, Efferon is now seeking FDA approval, aiming to save millions of young lives.
Neko Health, the body scan startup backed by Spotify co-founder Daniel Ek, has expanded to the U.S., opening in New York. The company, which has raised nearly $1 billion and boasts a 300,000-person waitlist, offers a $500 scan to screen for blood, skin, and metabolic issues. Investor Farooq Abbasi champions its potential to transform preventative care in the U.S. healthcare system.
Seattle health-tech startup DexCare has acquired Mila Health, a local company specializing in AI agents for automated patient scheduling. The deal, announced September 21, 2026, integrates Mila's rapidly deployable AI communication tools into DexCare's patient-access platform, which serves 57 million patients nationwide. This move aims to enhance care coordination and address staffing challenges within the healthcare sector.
New masculinity standards are pushing men to risky DIY health experiments, Victoria Song reports. Online communities promote 'looksmaxxing' with unapproved substances like testosterone, posing significant health risks and mirroring historical exploitation of insecurities.
Google has launched a special-edition Fitbit Air that seamlessly integrates with the Pokémon Sleep app, merging health tracking with gaming. Announced for Pokémon's 30th anniversary, this wearable tracks daily activity and sleep metrics, making wellness more engaging for fans.
Bengaluru startup Dognosis is revolutionizing early cancer detection by integrating trained sniffer dogs with AI. The non-invasive method analyzes breath samples, showing promising results in early-stage cancer sensitivity and aiming to address low screening rates in India. While in trials and categorized as a prescreening tool, it offers a cost-effective path to widespread early detection.
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Chinese company Yueban has unveiled Xiaoban, an autonomous, self-driving toilet designed to enhance accessibility for individuals with mobility issues. Featuring lidar navigation, a built-in bidet, self-cleaning, and automated waste disposal, it seeks to bring personal hygiene solutions directly to the user.
Utrecht, Netherlands – Laigo Bio, a pioneering Dutch biotech firm, has successfully concluded an oversubscribed €17 million seed funding round. The substantial capital infusion, which saw an additional €5.5 million
Blossom Health, a New York-based telepsychiatry startup, has raised $20 million in combined seed and Series A funding. The capital will scale its AI-powered platform, which uses clinical copilots and automated administrative support to help psychiatrists address the severe U.S. mental health care shortage. The company aims to improve access and efficiency while maintaining clinical quality.
AI search company Perplexity has introduced Perplexity Health, an advanced platform that unifies electronic health records, wearable data, and lab results. Launched on March 20, 2026, it offers personalized health insights and actionable plans, positioning Perplexity as a key player in the rapidly expanding consumer health AI sector.
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