Breast Health: Breast Self-Exam and Cancer Risks

Updated 13 October 2025 under Health Guides.

How do I take care of my breasts? Like so many topics in health care, there’s controversy on how helpful breast self-exams are in finding cancers. Regardless, it’s great to […]

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Breast Health: General Information

Updated 13 October 2025 under Health Guides.

Women’s breasts come in many shapes and sizes. There is no perfect shape or size for breasts. Normal breasts can be large or small, smooth or lumpy, and light or […]

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Yeast Infections (Candidiasis)

Updated 15 September 2025 under Health Guides.

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 […]

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Chlamydia

Updated 24 November 2025 under Health Guides.

Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in the US. It’s caused by bacteria that can infect the vagina, cervix, fallopian tubes, anus, urethra, throat, or eye. […]

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High Cholesterol

Updated 18 February 2025 under Health Guides.

As with many aspects of health, your cholesterol can be impacted by your diet. Levels of physical activity and genetics also play a role in your cholesterol levels. While you […]

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College Health: Eating and Fitness 101

Updated 16 October 2025 under Health Guides.

Eating healthy at college may seem intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. Here are some ideas on how to meet your nutritional needs both in the dining halls […]

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College Health: General Information

Updated 16 October 2025 under Health Guides.

Going to college is a very exciting time in your life! You’ll meet new people and learn new things. However, college can be a huge change from what you’re used […]

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College Health: Health Services and Common Health Problems

Updated 16 October 2025 under Health Guides.

What are student health services? The student health services (sometimes called the student health center or clinic) at your college is probably the first place you should go when you […]

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College Health: Mental Health Issues

Updated 16 October 2025 under Health Guides.

How can I develop a healthy social life at college? Definitely keep in touch with friends and family from home, but make sure you develop new friendships at school. You’ll […]

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College Health: Sexual Health, Relationships, and Resources

Updated 16 October 2025 under Health Guides.

People make lots of decisions about their sexuality during college, including whether to abstain from sexual intercourse or to become/ continue being sexually active. Other sexuality issues that decisions are made about […]

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