Center for Young Women's Health

PCOS: Nutrition Basics

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A healthy diet and exercise are helpful tools to manage PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) symptoms. This is because young people with PCOS often have higher levels of the hormone insulin […]

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Peanut Allergy

Peanut allergy is more common than ever before; its prevalence has tripled in the past ten years. One in thirteen children living in the United States has a diagnosed peanut […]

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Strep Throat

“Strep throat” is a sore throat that is caused by Group A Streptococcus bacteria. It’s the most common bacterial infection of the throat, and the words “Strep Throat” (or “strep”) […]

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Contraception: General Information

You may be starting to think about what it means to be involved in a sexual relationship. There are many things that you need to think about before you decide […]

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Sleep

Between homework, sports, other activities, and having a social life, many teens don’t get enough sleep. Sleep is very important and can affect your health. Why is sleep important? Your […]

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