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The internet is a major source of information about health, but just because the information is published online doesn’t mean that it’s reliable. Sometimes information online that looks trustworthy is based on […]

Yes. It’s perfectly safe to wash your hair during your period.

Normal pregnancy: A normal pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants inside of the uterus. The fertilized egg continues to grow developing into a fetus. Ectopic pregnancy: An ectopic pregnancy happens when […]

Should I be worried about getting pregnant if I have sexual contact? YES. You should be worried about getting pregnant if you are having sex with a sperm-producing partner and […]

Primary Ovarian Insufficiency or POI (previously called Premature Ovarian Failure, or POF) affects approximately 1 out of every 1000 teens and adults who were assigned female at birth and are […]

What are my options if I have an unplanned pregnancy? If you are confirmed to have an intrauterine pregnancy, you have 3 options: Continue with the pregnancy and become a parent […]

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), about 75% of people born with female reproductive organs get at least one yeast infection during their lifetime, and 40-45% will have […]

Is soy bad for you? I read an article that said consuming too much soy can be bad because it contains estrogen. Is this true? Should I cut soy out […]

Acupuncture used to be a treatment that was only practiced in Eastern Asia, but over the years, it has become available in the United States and many other countries. Acupuncture […]

Amenorrhea, pronounced “a-men-or-re ah” means absent or no menstrual periods. If you haven’t had your period yet or you’ve missed a few periods, you’re probably wondering what’s going on with your body. […]