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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June 1, 2020
Favorite Feminist Movies While You Self Isolate #FunFromHome
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team I need a break from the news, we all do While it is essential to be informed regarding the latest COVID-19 news and social distancing protocols, it can be extremely taxing on your mental state. What better time for a feel-good, […]
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December 10, 2019
beat the #PeriodMunchies: healthy winter snacks!
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team In Winter, snacking can become the weapon to power through the cold weather and the short days. Indulgent Holiday meals (and their leftovers) are adding up. And soon you find yourself in a prolonged state of food coma… If you want […]
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July 23, 2019
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team “I LOVE SEX” I love sex. Now imagine starting off the “sex talk” with those three words. I totally traumatized my daughter. She got me back, she told all of her friends. Fast-forward a number of years, and now I have […]
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November 8, 2020
#PeriodsProblems aka Painful periods aka Dysmenorrhea
Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team and Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH (CEO/Co-Founder of Pandia Health) – How to Prevent Period Problems from Taking Over Your Life If you are an individual who gets a period, you probably understand how crippling some of the side effects can be. However, you may not know […]
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August 29, 2020
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Looking for a way to spice up your bedroom life alone or with a partner without breaking the bank? Well, you’re in luck! Sex toys have developed a lot in recent years but can come with a high price tag, but […]
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July 15, 2020
When does birth control start working?
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team. Updated on December 18, 2020 You finally got your first batch of birth control pills from Pandia Health in the mail. Woohoo! Now, you might be asking: “How soon can I start having unprotected sex?” Well, don’t get too excited just […]
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July 2, 2019
Does Birth Control Cause Weight Gain? Everything You Need to Know
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Many women are hesitant to go on hormonal birth control because they are afraid it will make them gain weight. In this article, Dr Sophia Yen, CEO and co-founder of Pandia Health, discusses whether the birth control pill, patch, and ring […]
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February 13, 2018
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: What It Is & How To Treat It
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team. Updated on January 4th, 2021 If you have irregular periods, acne, and excess body hair, you might have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). This disorder affects 1 in 10 women of childbearing age that is more than the number of people who have breast […]
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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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November 13, 2020
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team November 13th is “Thanks, Birth Control” Day, an annual holiday commemorating the progress in contraceptive care available to people around the globe. This day was championed by organizations like Planned Parenthood to celebrate the legalization and expansion of birth control access […]
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August 9, 2020
Best Birth Control for overweight / Higher BMI Women
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Aariyana Britton, B.Sc and Pandia Health Editorial Team. Updated on April 8, 2021 What’s the Best Birth Control for overweight/higher BMI women? Using birth control is a great way to take charge of your reproductive health! However, there are some factors that may impact the […]
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