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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June 22, 2021
The period pain that often happens with an individual’s menstrual cycle can be debilitating, so much so that it may begin to stop you from your daily tasks. Thankfully, it doesn’t have to be this way forever. There are many methods and products that you can use to relieve period cramps – most of which […]
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June 22, 2021
I’m taking a multivitamin and calcium, will that interact with the birth control pills?
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Multivitamins typically do not affect birth control. However, birth control may decrease the level of certain vitamins in the body. There are various factors that can influence the interaction between birth control and some medications. For instance, certain antibiotics reduce the […]
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June 8, 2021
Tretinoin Cream Before and After: Benefits of Retin-A for Acne & Aging
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Spending time under the sun can be relaxing, but not always for your skin! As we approach the summer months, you may want to reconsider your skincare routine in addition to your vacation plans. With so many products on the market, […]
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April 14, 2021
Birth Control & Vaccines: Should I stop taking Yaz if I got the J&J vaccine?
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Should I stop my Yaz because I got the JNJ COVID vaccine I recently received the J&J COVID vaccine on April 4, and I just read that the FDA is advising to pause administering that vaccine due to blood clot concerns. I am […]
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March 8, 2021
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2021
Happy International Women’s Day! Can’t believe we made it to IWD 2021 — and we’re still protesting the same policies as a century ago! This year’s theme is #.’ According to the website, “We are all parts of a whole. Our individual actions, conversations, behaviors and mindsets can have an impact on our larger society. […]
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March 1, 2021
Happy March aka ¼ of the way through 2021! Wow, we’ve come a long way — this time, last year, things were heating up with COVID-19, International Women’s Day and now, we’re bringing attention to endometriosis. That’s right, March is Endometriosis Awareness month! Endometriosis Awareness Month began in 1993 as a way to support and […]
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February 19, 2021
How long does it take for tretinoin to work?
Written by Pandia Health’s Editorial Team. You may start noticing results form using tretinoin after 2-3 weeks but it usually takes 6 or more weeks to experience the full effects. Tired of seeing acne when you look in the mirror? Acne can affect your self-esteem and, over time, may cause permanent physical scarring. Tretinoin is […]
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January 12, 2021
Embracing Your Sexual Health + Entrepreneurship with Lovability Inc.
Pandia Health recently had the honor of hosting a collaboration event between Dr. Sophia Yen, CEO and co-founder of Pandia Health, and Maureen Pollack, co-founder of Lovability Inc., a company that seeks to inspire women to commit to pursuing their sexual desires. In case you missed it or simply want more information about the topics […]
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December 31, 2020
Best New Year’s Resolutions for a Healthier and Happier You
Welcome to 2021! Can you believe it’s the new year already? Everyone has been through a lot in the past year, with the pandemic, a tumultuous election, and events bringing light to racial justice, just to name a few. To some of us, it might feel as though we’ve been waiting for 2021 to come […]
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December 20, 2020
Milky White Discharge: What You Need to Know About Healthy Cervical Mucus
Clear discharge should not be cause for concern. During your ovulation week, you might experience some clear discharge, but it might also happen during periods of sexual excitement, exercising, menopause, etc. If you have a uterus, you have likely experienced a little something called cervical mucus (a.k.a. benign discharge) which shows up as vaginal discharge. […]
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