Plastic Surgery

Updated 8 November 2022 under Health Guides.

You’ve probably read about celebrities and supermodels having surgery to enhance their breasts, nose, lips, etc. But, do you know anyone who’s had plastic surgery to correct a deformity such […]

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Sexual Consent

Updated 15 September 2022 under Health Guides.

Everyone who wants to deserves to have great sex- and sexual consent is an important part of that. This guide will talk about what consent is, how to ask for […]

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Seasonal Allergies

Updated 6 September 2022 under Health Guides.

Seasonal allergies, also known as “hay fever,” affects almost 50 million people in the United States alone. What are seasonal allergies? Seasonal allergies (also called “hay fever”) are certain conditions […]

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Coping with Quarantine during COVID-19

Updated 17 August 2022 under Health Guides.

What is the goal of quarantine? The main goal of quarantine is to reduce the spread of infection by limiting the movement of the public while keeping everyone safe and […]

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Voter Registration

Updated 17 August 2022 under Health Guides.

If you are 18 or older and a citizen of the United States, one of your most important responsibilities is to vote. Regardless of your race, religion, sexuality, or gender, […]

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Ringworm

Updated 9 September 2022 under Health Guides.

Ringworm is a common skin infection that causes an uncomfortable rash. Although the name “ringworm” might make you think that a worm causes it, this isn’t true. Read on to […]

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Nosebleeds

Updated 9 September 2022 under Health Guides.

Nosebleeds are very common. In fact, 60% of people living in the United States will have at least one nosebleed at some point during their life. Although it might seem scary […]

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Preparación para una cirugía hospitalaria o cirugía “con estancia nocturna”

Updated 12 January 2022 under Guías de la Salud.

La preparación para una cirugía (un procedimiento quirúrgico o una operación) puede parecer abrumadora o terrorífica si no sabes qué esperar. Puede que tengas algunas preguntas sin contestar y preocupaciones […]

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What is a TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) level? Why would my doctor order this to be drawn?

Updated 8 April 2022 under Ask Us.

Great question! A thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) is common blood test that is drawn to see how well the thyroid gland is working. TSH is produced in the pituitary gland, […]

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Why do you guys call this site youngwomenshealth.org, when you talk about female health, including biological females (who identify as female), non-binary individuals, and trans men? Is this a welcoming space for trans people?

Updated 12 April 2022 under Ask Us.

Great question, thank you SO much for asking and shining a light on this topic! I hope our explanation helps. If you ever have any further questions or advice for […]

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