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Global Wellness News™ | February 27th, 2025

The Women’s Health Goldrush: Sales Over Science?

At Femtech Insider, we’re seeing a flood of pitches following an almost identical playbook recently: Take one influencer with a massive following, add a personal health journey, sprinkle in some testimonials, and voilà – you have a women’s health company.
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Therme Group to develop 10 wellness resorts in the US

Therme Group has revealed plans for 10 wellness resorts in the US over the next decade in a joint venture with the Georgetown Company.

The Wellness Club is Gen Z’s Country Club

More and more people are joining comprehensive wellness clubs. And for a reason: Studies have shown that community and social connection are essential for a long, happy, healthy life.

In China you can get Ozempic and Wegovy within the hour for
just $100 a month

Delivery apps are allowing Chinese citizens to get their hands on the popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs at the touch of a button
Read the article on MarketWatch >

One Playground Expands Wellness “Superboutiques”

The AU fitness operator will add clubs in Sydney suburbs Haymarket, Merrylands, and Victoria Cross this year, each offering unique concepts.

Just Salad raises new funding at $1 billion valuation

Just Salad raised $200 million in funding from an investor group led by Wellington Management, in a deal that valued the restaurant chain at about $1 billion, according to a statement seen by Reuters.
Read the article on Investing.com >

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