June 6, 2022
The Top 6 Telehealth Birth Control Benefits
More women are discovering the benefits of virtual healthcare every day. And it’s no wonder because it’s easy, convenient, and affordable. A 2020 survey found that 62% of consumers prefer online health care to in-person doctor’s visits. Women, in particular, have embraced the change and would rather get birth control online over in-person visits to […]
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May 30, 2022
Knowing your contraception options: is “Plan C” an emergency contraceptive?
Is Plan B same as Plan c? Despite having similar names, Plan B and “Plan C”, or medication abortion, are two different reproductive health options. While one is used to prevent pregnancy, the other is used to terminate pregnancy. It’s important to understand the difference between the two in order to best protect yourself from […]
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December 10, 2021
Acne can be hard to treat, but birth control pills can help! Acne is a skin condition, where hair follicles on your face and other parts of your body are blocked because of oil and/or dead skin cells. Acne affects 51% of women in their 20s, and more have experienced acne at some previous point […]
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September 25, 2021
Spironolactone Acne Medication Treatment Option: Here’s What You Need to Know
What is spironolactone? (Aldactone) Spironolactone is a diuretic. A diuretic is a medication pill that helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. What is spironolactone used for? Usually, it’s prescribed to prevent high blood pressure and heart failure, but it can also be used to help treat for hormonal acne. It primarily […]
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September 25, 2021
Pandia Health joins #FreeBritney Movement
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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September 2, 2021
How Exercise Benefits Reproductive Health
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team 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 […]
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August 25, 2021
How to Get Birth Control Online
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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August 25, 2021
what causes back acne in females
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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August 25, 2021
What Does Acne on your 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 your skin looking and feeling great. […]
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August 25, 2021
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 the 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 lot like regular […]
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July 19, 2021
birth control pill, patch, or ring – which one should i use?
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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June 22, 2021
How to Stop a Pimple from Forming
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Picture this: you’re in middle school and you reach the age of puberty where hormones begin to rage. One day you begin to see red dots appear on your skin. As you progress through highschool, you try everything from creams to […]
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