ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 28 -- United States Patent no. 12,690,630, issued on July 28.

"Bra with absorbent inserts beneath each breast" was invented by Bianca L. Walters-Young (Chino, Calif.).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A bra includes a pair of cups that support the wearer's breasts and a pair of absorbent inserts (12, 112) mounted to the cups. The inserts are arcuate with tapered ends, conforming to the lower curvature of the breasts, and are designed to absorb perspiration while providing a discreet and comfortable fit. The inserts may be composed of an antimicrobial, odor-neutralizing material, such as approximately 70% viscose from bamboo and approximately 30% cotton, and may optionally in...