September 2, 2021
Your reproductive health can influence a lot of things, like fertility, pregnancy, and mental health. Exercising and reproductive health are directly related. By increasing exercise, you can help your overall health! Read on to learn why exercise helps reproductive health, what specific benefits you can experience, and the types of exercise that are successful! How […]
Read MoreMedically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team During the Winter Olympics, we had a blast watching our country’s best athletes win medals and make major headlines in Pyeongchang. We’re so proud! While thinking about these stellar athletes and their performances, we considered how athletes have to practice and […]
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August 25, 2021
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team You’ve decided you want to start birth control, WOOHOO! You’ve come to the right place! The next step is to figure out how to get it. Spoiler alert: some methods are quicker and more convenient than others. The “traditional way” to […]
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What is spironolactone? (Aldactone) Spironolactone is a water pill that prevents your body from absorbing too much salt. In some cases, it’s prescribed to prevent high blood pressure and heart failure, but it can also be used for hormonal acne. Furthermore, it is primarily effective at treating acne caused by hormonal fluctuations (i.e ane that […]
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IUD’s and other contraceptives give women the right to choose when they want to get pregnant, but they can also take those choices away when they are forced upon women. Britney Spears is an example of this. Spears suffered reproductive coercion when she was stripped of her right to have children after the government mandated […]
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It’s likely that you’ve heard the term, “bacne” (a.k.a acne that appears on the back), but you may not be aware of its causes and the best methods of treatment. Read on to learn more about back acne so you can become a pro at managing this unpleasant, yet very common condition. What is “bacne”? […]
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Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Renceh Flojo Having acne anywhere isn’t a pleasant experience. However, it can be the most discouraging when on your face, as this area is the most difficult to hide. Read on to learn more about why acne may appear on the chin and some simple […]
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What does acne on cheeks mean? Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Mary Francis Garcia Having acne in one of the most obvious places (your face) is not ideal in any situation. Thankfully, there are simple methods that can be incorporated into your daily life to reduce the severity and keep […]
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When does pregnancy acne start? Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Mary Francis Garcia A body goes through many changes when pregnant. One of said changes might be acne. But don’t worry! This is completely natural and does not last forever. When does acne during pregnancy start? Pregnancy acne is a […]
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July 19, 2021
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team So you want to know which birth control is right for you? Thanks to medical advancements, you now have numerous options – this can be both exciting and intimidating. Whether you’re starting birth control for the first time or want […]
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