Teal Health, a groundbreaking health technology startup founded by Kara Egan, has hit a thrilling inflection point. With this recent FDA approval, they are about to bring their disruptive device startup Teal Wand to the market. This prescription device puts the self-sample collection cervical cancer screening power in the hands of patients. Now they can conveniently ship these samples directly to a laboratory for testing. In fact, the FDA-cleared testing process is the same as that of traditional in-office methods, providing a level of reliability and accuracy patients expect.
As one of the creators of Teal Wand, NYC-based Kara Egan—who previously worked on NYC’s successful bike share system—stresses the Teal Wand’s importance. This bill fills a serious void in women’s health. “Cervical cancer screenings are the most important and often the entry point to a woman’s health relationship,” she stated. The Teal Wand is here literally just when we need it most. Statistics indicate that more than one in four women are now missing these important, life-saving screenings.
The Teal Wand kits, which will be distributed in phases, should be purchasable beginning next month, beginning in California. This launch is a big win in providing truly accessible health care solutions for women. It is especially advantageous to individuals who face barriers to care through conventional screening approaches. Teal Health puts power in their hands by providing at-home sample collection. This move encourages them to take action on their health and contribute to the fight against cervical cancer.
In January, Egan sat down with Dominic-Madori Davis, TechCrunch’s senior venture capital and startup reporter. They addressed the challenges that so many women face when seeking preventive health services. She discussed how the Teal Wand would be a game-changer in transforming these screenings into something that is more convenient and less intimidating.
The Teal Wand has come to save the day! It’s a vital partner in public health efforts to increase screening rates for cervical cancer, and save lives. Teal Health cannot wait to begin distributing these kits in the months to come. The resulting response from consumers will hopefully be strong, as they have been clamoring for innovative solutions to transform their health care experiences.