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The secret to ending period poverty, with PERIOD.

The secret to ending period poverty, with PERIOD.

A guest post by our partner, PERIOD.org.
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What is Prediabetes?

What is Prediabetes?

A Diabetes diagnosis can come as a surprise for many. Even though it’s one of the most common chronic conditions, it’s also one of the most…
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Diabetes is a Women’s Health Issue

Diabetes is a Women’s Health Issue

When we think of women’s health, Diabetes might not come to mind immediately. However, it’s a common condition for many American women: it…
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7 Stats About Healthcare, from Actual Patients

7 Stats About Healthcare, from Actual Patients

Insights into the barriers & challenges women patients face
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Why is Emergency Contraception Still so Hard to Find?

Why is Emergency Contraception Still so Hard to Find?

The physical & invisible barriers to emergency contraception
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Managing GERD during the holiday season

Managing GERD during the holiday season

GERD is uncomfortable year-round, but it can be especially troublesome when it comes to holidays meals and treats. Fortunately, there are…
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Why you should “Eat the Rainbow”

Why you should “Eat the Rainbow”

Incorporating a variety of colorful plant foods will help ensure you are getting your daily dose of phytonutrients, which may elicit…
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What’s the hype around probiotics?

What’s the hype around probiotics?

Your gut microbiome is a bit like your fingerprint; everyone’s is unique and there exists a balance of good and bad bacteria. Consuming…
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How telehealth breaks down patient barriers

How telehealth breaks down patient barriers

The COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in the rise of telehealth — but the benefits of telemedicine reach far beyond quarantine. Telemedicine…
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How PCOS impacts mental health

How PCOS impacts mental health

The effects of PCOS often reach far beyond its physical symptoms. With the disruption of hormones, weight gain, and other debilitating…
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“Healthy” foods that may be plateauing your weight loss

“Healthy” foods that may be plateauing your weight loss

Nutritious foods are not necessarily low in calories. Creating a balance with both higher calorie nourishing foods and lower calorie foods…
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When and how to get tested for PCOS

When and how to get tested for PCOS

Polycystic ovarian syndrome can be an isolating and frustrating condition. It often takes months or years for women to be diagnosed with…
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COVID-19 and pregnancy

COVID-19 and pregnancy

It is natural for expectant mothers to worry about their unborn child. With COVID-19 cases surging across the country, there is a renewed…
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How the new wave of COVID-19 is impacting mental health

How the new wave of COVID-19 is impacting mental health

COVID cases are once again on the rise and, with them, mental health concerns are surging. Fortunately there are several ways to cope with…
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Wildfire smoke and asthma

Wildfire smoke and asthma

Wildfires can damage more than precious nature and property — the smoke can be detrimental to your lungs. This is especially true for…
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How does PCOS affect fertility?

How does PCOS affect fertility?

PCOS is the most common cause of infertility for women of reproductive age.
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Pre-workout: Is it effective and is it safe?

Pre-workout: Is it effective and is it safe?

Pre-workout is an ergogenic supplement consumed to enhance athletic performance. Learn how the ingredients in pre-workout supplements may…
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Managing End-of-Summer Stress

Managing End-of-Summer Stress

Most people are familiar with the winter blues, but have you heard of autumn anxiety? If you’re experiencing anxiety or mood changes as the…
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Can vitamins & minerals fuel your metabolism?

Can vitamins & minerals fuel your metabolism?

Vitamins and minerals, also known as micronutrients, are essential for many physiological functions that go on within our bodies. Some are…
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PCOS and acne

PCOS and acne

Dealing with PCOS can be a frustrating experience — especially when it causes acne. Fortunately, there are ways to manage acne that…
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How to treat & prevent acne caused by masks

How to treat & prevent acne caused by masks

Is wearing a mask causing you to breakout? Here’s how you can prevent pimples and skin irritation.
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How building muscle can help with weight loss

How building muscle can help with weight loss

You may be familiar with simply cutting calories to lose weight, but building muscle may actually be the key to long-term weight loss…
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The physiology of weight regulation

The physiology of weight regulation

Obesity is a major global health problem, and for a long time, it has been perceived as being caused by self-imposed bad habits. There are…
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Type II diabetes — the facts and those at risk

Type II diabetes — the facts and those at risk

Diabetes mellitus is a pervasive disease that affects approximately 34 million people in the United States alone. That is about 1 in every…
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Why dietary supplements for weight loss may be ineffective

Why dietary supplements for weight loss may be ineffective

There are many weight-loss supplements on the market that claim quick results, but these may be ineffective or lead to harmful side…
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