Health Guides

These charts show the average number of women who accidentally get pregnant while using contraception over the course of one year. Typical Use: When contraception is not used every time, […]

Most of us enjoy the warm rays of the sun. The sun feels nice on our skin and helps our bodies make vitamin D, which is important for calcium absorption […]

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a spirochete (a very small organism). It can affect the entire body and needs to be treated with antibiotics early to avoid serious problems. […]

Have you ever wondered what’s in the back of your throat? Besides your uvula (the piece of tissue that hangs down in the middle and looks like a tiny punching […]

Most teens who play sports have regular menstrual periods. Some very active teens may skip an occasional period, which can be normal. But if someone trains very hard and doesn’t […]

Trichomoniasis is a common type of sexually transmitted infection. It occurs in both teens and adults. What causes trichomoniasis? Trichomoniasis is caused by a single-cell parasite called a trichomonad. Unlike yeast […]

Vaginal infections can happen at any age, no matter if someone has had sex or not. Most people with a cagina will have at least one infection in their life. […]

It’s time for your yearly check-up (sometimes called annual exam or physical). It might seem strange to visit your primary care provider (PCP) when you’re not sick, but having a […]

Fitness is fun! It’s a great way to improve your overall health and wellness. Through exercise, you may even find yourself feeling less stressed and more relaxed. You’ll have more […]

Stretching is a way to get your body ready for exercise, improve flexibility, and increase your range of motion. Proper stretching will help your muscles feel relaxed and prevent muscle-related […]