Unlocking Women’s Health: Femtech and the Quest for Gender Equity

Unlocking Women’s Health by Dr. Brittany Barreto invites readers on an illuminating journey through the dynamic landscape of femtech. This comprehensive guide explores sixteen pivotal areas of women’s health, from menopause to cancer, revealing the challenges and innovations shaping the industry. As you read, you’ll gain a deep understanding of femtech’s essence and its potential to transform lives. Discover a curated selection of pioneering companies that are revolutionizing women’s healthcare globally. The book is enriched with insights from Dr. Barreto’s FemTech Focus podcast, featuring conversations with leading doctors, researchers, and innovators. Launched during the 2020 lockdowns, this podcast has evolved into a vital platform for knowledge dissemination, reaching listeners in 148 countries. Dr. Barreto’s expertise shines through as she illuminates the critical importance of incorporating sex and gender considerations in healthcare, science, and innovation. This book serves as both a resource and a call to action, empowering readers to advocate for equity in healthcare.

Ida Tin is a Danish internet entrepreneur and author who is the co-founder and CEO of the women’s menstruation-tracking app, Clue. She is credited with coining the term ＂femtech＂. Dr. Brittany Barreto dedicates her work to advancing women’s health innovation by equipping key stakeholders with data-driven insights and strategic advice on the femhealth market. She hosts the FemTech Focus podcast, manages the largest virtual community of FemTech founders, consults corporations, governments, and investors on their women’s health strategies, and speaks on the world’s largest stages about the importance of sex and gender in research and innovation.