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What you should know about the Zika virus
Editor’s Note: The CDC is constantly updating their information, so visit their website for the latest on Zika. (BTW, they’ve also got guidance for health care providers .) — Doctors have known about the Zika virus for nearly 70 years—so why is it only making headlines now? Zika virus is in the news because it’s […]
When should I start getting Pap smears?
Women should start getting Pap smears at age 21 , and continue to get one every three years until they’re 30. Women 30 to 65 may be able to get screened even less frequently—every three to five years. Women with certain risk factors may need to have more frequent Pap smears, so talk to your […]
Can guys get the HPV vaccine too?
Yes, the CDC recommends that guys under 27 get the HPV vaccine . original post
When should I start going to the gynecologist or a health clinic?
It’s ideal to start visiting a gynecologist before you start having sex . If you don’t have any health problems, these visits just involve talking with your health care provider. All women should start getting Pap smears and pelvic exams beginning at age 21. original post
Does an abnormal Pap smear mean that I have cervical cancer?
An abnormal Pap smear can mean a lot of different things— don’t assume it means you have cancer, do be sure to ask your doctor or nurse to explain the results and the recommended treatment completely. Often your body will heal itself and your next Pap smear will be normal. Sometimes you will need a […]
5 myths about getting HIV, busted
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is one of the most recently discovered viruses in the world, and we’ve learned a lot about it in the last 30 years. In that time, we’ve developed treatments that allow people with HIV to live long and healthy lives . Unfortunately, back when the virus was still new and misunderstood, […]
Getting to know Aunt Flo: Apps for tracking your period
By Elana Tsogt-Erdene. What started off as a way for me to keep track of my period has become much more than an organizational tool. By using a period tracking app, I’ve learned more about my body, my reproductive health, and the impact my cycle has on my mood and other parts of my life. […]
What are the health risks of pregnancy?
Pregnancy is a beautiful thing, but it’s also serious business. It can increase a woman’s risk for diabetes, high blood pressure, and blood clots. The worst health risk of pregnancy is death, but, lucky for us, that rate is really low in the United States, especially for women in their twenties. original post
How do I talk to my doctor about birth control?
Talking about your birth control options and personal sexual health history to a stranger may be a little nerve-racking at first—but it doesn’t have to be. We’ve covered step by step how to get the most out of talking to your health care provider to make sure you find the method that’s best for you. […]
Can certain STIs make you infertile?
Yes, chlamydia and gonorrhea, if untreated, can cause pelvic inflammatory disease , a.k.a. PID. PID can cause scarring in the tubes that connect the ovaries and uterus and make it more difficult for an egg to travel in the right direction. Luckily, chlamydia and gonorrhea can be easily tested for and treated with antibiotics. One […]
