women's health
An analysis published in JAMA Internal Medicine found about 350,000 searches for abortion pill-related terms the first week in May.
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According to the review by cybersecurity and VPN company Surfshark, 10 of the apps collected coarse location data.
Though studies have shown delivering medication abortion via telehealth is safe and effective, varying state laws can make it difficult for providers and companies to offer the two-pill regimen.
The researchers found 20 of the 23 apps reviewed shared data with third parties. Only 16 displayed a privacy policy, and three collected data before consent.
Hinge's new offering comes nearly two months after competitor SWORD Health announced its own pelvic health program.
The offering includes treatment and screening for prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes.
The company said it will use the funds for hiring staffers, building a user community and developing new products.
Bloom pairs a connected sensor with guidance from a pelvic health specialist.
This news comes months after the company closed a $38 million funding round.