I’ll still be able to go to the doctor’s office for my annual physical this summer, right? I know that we should be wearing masks and avoiding in-person interaction because of the pandemic, but that makes going to the doctor more important, right?

Updated 11 June 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. Annual physicals (or routine check-ups) with your health care provider are still important. These visits are helpful to make sure you are healthy and to get […]

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I’m 19 years old and so scared of needles and shots that when I even think about them too much, I get so scared I break down crying. I don’t know what to do!

Updated 10 July 2017 under Ask Us.

It’s bad enough to the point where I try to avoid seeing health care providers. I’ve tried distraction and calming methods but anytime I actually get the shot I just […]

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Do I absolutely have to see a gynecologist at a certain age now that I’m a teen?

Updated 3 July 2017 under Ask Us.

When to have a gynecologic exam depends on whether there are any health problems such as vaginal infections, lack of menstrual periods, or other symptoms that need evaluation. Your first […]

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I’m lesbian and I came out to my friends on New Year’s Eve but I don’t know if I need to tell my doctor because I am only 13.

Updated 6 June 2016 under Ask Us.

It takes a lot of courage to “come out” whether it is with your friends, family or others. Even though you are young, it is important to talk with your […]

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Lately I have been thinking I should get my first pelvic exam, but when and where do I do this? Will I get checked for STIs and whether I can have children in the future?

Updated 7 May 2015 under Ask Us.

Most health care providers agree that a woman should have her first pelvic exam whenever she has a symptom such as abnormal bleeding, discharge or pain, or when she turns […]

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Your First Pelvic Exam

Updated 8 May 2022 under Health Guides.

You may be worried about your first pelvic exam. It’s very normal to be uneasy about something when you don’t know what to expect. It’s also normal to feel embarrassed. […]

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Choosing a Primary Health Care Provider (PCP): Check-Ups

Updated 10 December 2021 under Health Guides.

Do I need to bring anything to my first check-up? You should take a copy of your health records, including your immunization record (a list of all the vaccines you […]

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Choosing a Primary Health Care Provider (PCP): General Information

Updated 10 December 2021 under Health Guides.

Looking for information on how to find a primary health care provider (PCP) is a smart decision, because routine check-ups are a very important part of taking care of yourself. Why do […]

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Yearly Check-up

Updated 27 June 2019 under Health Guides.

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

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