I’ve had a red rash half way down my breasts. It’s not itchy but sometimes I get little spots on my breast too. Is this normal?

Updated 10 June 2020 under Ask Us.

Thank you for your question. A rash is a tricky thing to diagnose (find the cause) because there can be many different reasons why it’s occurring. Talk to your health […]

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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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Rideshare Safety

Updated 12 June 2020 under Health Guides.

What is rideshare? Rideshares such as Uber and Lyft are similar to taxi services. The difference is, rideshare drivers use their own cars. These services can be requested at any […]

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How safe is it to jog in the dark?

Updated 19 June 2020 under Ask Us.

It is great that you are interested in jogging and want to learn about how to run safely. Jogging has many positive benefits on physical and mental health. Running outside […]

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How safe is it to use ride-share services?

Updated 24 June 2020 under Ask Us.

We are glad you want to know more about ride-share services! Ride-share services are companies (like Uber and LYFT) that allow you to order a ride using an app on […]

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I’ve had this issue my whole life. I rarely feel thirst unless it’s extreme. I can’t drink more than a mouthful of any fluid or I feel nauseous. It’s an issue, as I can get dehydrated, but my body doesn’t tell me till it’s severe.

Updated 10 July 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for asking this question! Fluids are essential for your body to function. Many of our organs, including our brain, skin, and kidneys, require water. Therefore, it is important for […]

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What are birth control placebo pills?

Updated 31 July 2020 under Ask Us.

Great question! There are many different types of birth control pills and pill packages. The most common pill package contains 21 active pills (those with hormones) and 7 placebo pills […]

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When I sit, even for a short period of time, I tend to have pins and needles in my legs to the point that I don’t feel my legs anymore. Sometimes it also happens to my arms and hands. What is this? Is there anything I can do to stop it?

Updated 3 August 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question! Paresthesia is the unusual and unexpected burning or prickling sensation in the hands, feet, arms, and or legs, aka “pins and needles”. There are other causes such […]

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When I went to my annual doctor appointment, my doctor asked me about stuff like how the school year went, how my classes were, if I liked remote schooling, how I communicated with my friends, where I volunteered, and such. Why did she ask me that?

Updated 5 August 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. When you go to your annual appointment, a lot of people expect to be asked questions about how they are physically feeling. For instance, you may […]

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Are masks effective in preventing coronavirus transmission? Why?

Updated 12 August 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. Face masks serve two main purposes in preventing coronavirus transmission: They help protect you from getting infected with coronavirus. They help you protect others from getting […]

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