Parallel Health

A while ago, I sat down with insightful Noah Legall, Ph. D. when he asked me about phage therapy and we discussed phage specificity. I’m re-posting his article, which summarizes some of our discussion in the context of an important 2024 study for bacteriophage therapy (https://lnkd.in/gfrKQr44). Gaborieau et al. use machine learning to interpret a matrix of 38,000 in vitro phage host range datapoints with paired genomic data for each phage + bacterium. Their machine learning models are highly predictive of which bacteria a phage can infect based on genomic data alone, in agreement with a very similar study by Keith et al., 2024 (https://lnkd.in/gihUPBhm). Big data and ML/AI like in these studies have an important role to play in making phage therapy scalable. Thanks for sharing your summary, Noah! I've signed up for your Substack, The Microbialist, and look forward to reading more from you!

Thrilled to share Parallel Health’s feature in WWD! ????Thank you to WWD for highlighting our mission to pioneer personalized medicine through microbiome science and precision phage therapy. What started as a vision to transform skincare through personalized, science-backed solutions has blossomed into something much bigger. Every day, our incredible team works to unlock the potential of the human microbiome – not just for skin health, but for the future of precision medicine. The most rewarding part is seeing the real impact on people's lives. Your stories of transformation keep us inspired and driven to push the boundaries of what's possible. To celebrate this milestone, we're offering 20% off with code WWD20 through Friday 2/28, 11:59pm PT. Whether you're dealing with acne, rosacea, HS, or just wanting to optimize your skin longevity, we're here to support you on your journey. https://lnkd.in/gg7y4kZT #precisionmedicine #microbiome #skinmicrobiome #microbiomedermatology #innovation #healthcare #phagetherapy Nathan Brown

Thrilled to share that Parallel Health has expanded our MD-03 Protocol? to address eight different skin conditions, from acne to hidradenitis suppurativa to body odor. This milestone represents more than just growth - it's about making precision dermatology accessible to those who need it most. By combining microbiome testing, custom phage serums, custom compounded prescriptions, and telehealth support, we're working to define skin longevity and transform how chronic skin conditions are treated. I'm particularly grateful to our incredible team of scientists and clinicians who've made this possible, and to our patients who continue to trust us with their care. Special thanks to Dr. Seaver Soon for highlighting how our approach could reduce antibiotic dependence in dermatology - a crucial step forward for both individual and public health. Read more about our journey: https://lnkd.in/gB89D8S4 #PrecisionMedicine #Healthcare #Innovation #Dermatology #PhageTherapy #MicrobiomeDermatology Nathan Brown

We need to talk about your OTHER microbiome. Yes, your scalp has one, too—a complex ecosystem of bacteria, fungi, and other microscopic residents that influence everything from dandruff to hair growth (think of it as your head's version of soil ecology). In fact, your scalp is home to about 1000-2000 microbes per square centimeter. Announcing Parallel's new Scalp Health Test, which can be included in the MD-03 Protocol?, maps this invisible landscape using advanced sequencing technology to identify: ? Bacterial, viral, and fungal communities ? Microbial imbalances Because just like your gut microbiome, your scalp microbiome has a story to tell about your health. And yes, that persistent dandruff or unexplained hair loss? There might be a microbial root. Once we understand your scalp microbiome, we can then provide a custom phage serum for your roots to support hair and scalp health. #microbiomescience #scalpecology #microbiomedermatology #phagetherapy #genomics #microbialgenomics #skinmicrobiome #scalpmicrobiome

We’re #hiring for a Growth & Partnerships Champion. Looking for motivated, entrepreneurial-minded folks to join our mission of precision health for all.???? #microbiome #health #precisionhealth #chronicdisease #skinhealth #skinlongevity #skinmicrobiome #genomics

Meet the invisible warriors revolutionizing skin health: bacteriophages. Phages can eliminate specific pathogenic bacteria, while leaving your beneficial bacteria alone. Different skin issues require different phages. At Parallel, we give you the right phages for your skin microbiome type. With 30-300 billion phages in every Custom Active Phage Serum, we strive for maximum efficacy. Want to decelerate aging, get clearer skin, reduce redness, protect your skin barrier, or all of the above? We can help you find the right phage for *your* skin. https://lnkd.in/ghgu59Xi We're currently offering 25% off your entire year of the MD-03 Phage Protocol? with code SELFCAREYEAR25.

To our Los Angeles community, we're here with you. ??

Thank you Cosmetics & Toiletries for featuring Parallel Health's work in this month's cover story "Re-imagining Nature for Beauty: Phages." With precision #phage therapy enabled by advanced #skinmicrobiome testing, big data, and machine learning/AI, we look to define and refine the root cause of many skin issues to improve skin health for all. To that end, we believe phage therapy will play a critical piece in personalized dermatology as we move into the future; our mission is to bring this to consumers, patients, and clinicians, alike. Thank you for the opportunity to share this vision. ??

At Parallel, our mission is to improve your skin longevity. ??Parallel’s best-in-class skin microbiome testing can give you answers and actionable solutions for everything from aging to acne to body odor, and more. Frustrated with your skin regimen? If you’ve exhausted your options with trial-and-error and may have even seen your doctor, but nothing’s working, we can help. Our scientists and doctors collaborate to support you, creating a custom regimen with personalized products that work for you— grounded in science, not marketing. ?? HSA/FSA Eligible #skincare #realskincare #skinmicrobiome #phage #peptides #antiaging #acne #rosacea #melasma #hidradenitissuppurativa #eczema #discoloration #bodyodor #hairloss #scalp Natalise Kalea Robinson Nathan Brown Shankar. Mundluru, MD MBA

IN THE NEWS: We're excited to officially announce our best-in-class anti-aging prebiotic peptide cream: The Blue Biotic? "Botox in a Jar, but Better." ?? If you're shopping for someone who has everything, consider this breakthrough product, which contains SNAP-8, Matrixl 3000, and GHK-Copper Peptides clinically proven to reduce wrinkles by 63% in just 28 days. ?? For a limited time, use code NEWS20 for 20% off! https://lnkd.in/gAGMKkCg