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Why do I have white discharge but not my period?

Posted November 3, 2010 under Ask Us.

Well, all my friends have had their period but not me, but I have had many other developments like discharging (white)… why??? Excellent job paying attention to your body! The […]

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How is bacterial vaginosis contracted and how do you get rid of it?

Posted October 27, 2010 under Ask Us.

I know someone who got bacterial vaginosis. How is it contracted and how do you get rid of it, especially never having intercourse? Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is caused by an […]

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Are people that are born fat naturally fat?

Posted October 20, 2010 under Ask Us.

People aren’t exactly born “naturally fat”. Genetics does play an important part in weight, though. People with certain genes are more likely to overeat and be less active and may […]

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How do you wear a tampon?

Posted October 13, 2010 under Ask Us.

Tampons, like pads, are products used to absorb menstrual flow. They’re made of soft cotton pressed together to form a cylinder-like shape so that they can be easily inserted into […]

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What is the best way to keep yourself protected from chlamydia?

Posted October 6, 2010 under Ask Us.

The very best way to protect yourself from chlamydia and other sexually transmitted infections is to not have sexual intercourse. Condoms also provide some protections against STIs. If you decide […]

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I’ve thinned out during puberty, but I’m still overweight. How I can be healthier?

Posted September 28, 2010 under Ask Us.

I have thinned out over my years of puberty, but I’m still overweight. I like looking thin but I know I’m not as healthy as I could be. Any suggestions? […]

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What happens when you have diabetes?

Posted September 22, 2010 under Ask Us.

Diabetes is a chronic (long-term) illness that can happen when your body does not make enough insulin, or when your body has difficulty using the insulin that it does make. […]

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What can I do about feeling hungry all the time?

Posted September 15, 2010 under Ask Us.

These days I’ve been so hungry and I never seem to be full so I keep eating. What do you suggest I do to get full and not be so […]

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Is it ok to be a little overweight?

Posted September 8, 2010 under Ask Us.

Being healthy isn’t just about how much you weigh. Being healthy is about doing things such as eating nutritious foods, exercising regularly, feeling good about yourself, managing stress, not watching […]

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Should I sleep with a tampon in?

Posted September 1, 2010 under Ask Us.

Yes, but it’s best to use a pad at night unless you can get up and change your tampon at least every 4-6 hours to lessen your chance of getting […]

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