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Global Wellness News™ | February 5th, 2026

The “Unicorn” of Menopause: Midi Health Hits $1B Valuation with $100M

Midi Health raises $100M Series D to reach a $1B valuation. Learn how the menopause telehealth leader is using AI to expand into lifelong women’s care.

Sekra Lands $12.5M to Build Social Wellness Apartments

The brainchild of Oliver Ripley, Sekra will feature sleep-optimizing circadian lighting, longevity-supporting social events, and values-based applicant screenings.

New Women’s Health, Sports & Performance Institute Launches with $50M+ Investment

The Women’s Health, Sports & Performance Institute (WHSP) has launched in Boston as an organization dedicated to female athlete health, combining research, education, and clinical care. The institute is backed by more than $50 million in investment from co-founders David and Jane Ott and Clara Wu Tsai.

Fitbit founders launch AI platform to help families monitor their health | TechCrunch

Luffu uses AI in the background to gather and organize family information, learn day-to-day patterns, and flag notable changes so families can stay aligned and address potential well-being issues.

Best of the World 2026: Best wellness destinations

Seaweed bathing in Ireland, a trek through Africa’s first designated wilderness quiet park-we asked National Geographic staff and contributors for their favorite places to escape the stress and noise of the world. Here are their picks.

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