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"I was told my child would grow out of their eczema and allergies, but that wasn't the case.
From microbiome research I learned that I could improve my child's conditions by healing the gut, which was a game-changer," Cheryl Sew Hoy, CEO of Tiny Health, says in a press release.
But there were no infant gut tests available to help detect imbalances and make corrections during the first 1,000 days of life, which is a crucial time for gut development.
Now Tiny Health, the first at-home gut microbiome test developed for babies, has received $13 million in total funding to continue its mission: "to bridge the gap in the market, help address the pediatric chronic conditions crisis, and empower families to take a proactive approach to their lifelong health," Hoy says.
Science shows that early detection of gut microbiome imbalancesprimarily in the first 1,000 days of a child's lifecan help prevent chronic illness, since 80% of our immune system lies in the gut.
The San Francisco Chronicle reports that 40% of children in the US have at least one chronic health condition, including eczema, asthma, diabetes, obesity, food allergies, ADHD, autoimmune diseases, and more.
"I founded Tiny Health to bridge the gap in the market, help address the
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13-year-old Ricky was diagnosed with leukemia for the second time in his young life.Traditional medications were failing, and Ricky's doctor dismissed the recently approved stem cell treatments...more
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Sit Still Kids Salon Opens in Atlanta's Peachtree Battle neighborhood.Salons specifically designed for children are evolving to provide tailored services for kids with diverse needs.Businesses are...more
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The passing of my father was a transformative moment for me.This perspective shift is why I now dedicate much of my energy to youth programs and community development.I've leaned heavily on...more
Dobbs announced the need for volunteers at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System for Compassionate Contact Corps.Volunteers are matched with veterans that are experiencing loneliness or are...more
Jefferson Parish Young Marines receive national honors.Sgt.Taylor Science and Technology Academy, was named the Honor Graduate for the Young Marines 2025 National Leadership Academy-Senior Leadership...more
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