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How a Medical and Surgical Abortion Differ Sep 1st, 2023

Abortion is a safe, effective way to take control of your health, your life, and your future. It’s also a lot more common than people realize. According to the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, about a quarter of all women will have an abortion before age 45.  When considering abortion, knowing...

I've Had Abnormal Pap Smear Results: Now What? Jul 31st, 2023

 Pelvic exams play an essential role in women’s healthcare, which often means getting a Pap smear, too. Taking just a few moments to perform, the Pap smear is the leading screening tool for cervical cancer, the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths among women.  Getting an abnormal result on...

Set It and Don't Sweat It Contraception: When to Consider IUD or Implant Birth Control  Jul 1st, 2023

Contraception has come a long way since the first birth control pill received FDA approval in 1960. Today, there are more options than ever to help women take control of their health, lives, and futures. Knowing all your options ensures that your birth control method is the best for your...

STD Rates are Surging: The Importance of Prevention and Testing Jun 7th, 2023

Testing and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases has proven very effective in decreasing the rates of many infections. But in recent years, the rates of some infections have risen — sometimes dramatically.  Rates of three of the most common STDs — chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis — have all increased in...

At What Stage of My Gender Transition Can I Start Hormone Therapy? May 23rd, 2023

About 1.6% of American adults identify as transgender or nonbinary, according to data from the Pew Research Center. That’s just over 4 million individuals who identify with a gender different from the one they were given at birth. While not every transgender or nonbinary person uses hormone therapy, for many, therapy...

Know the Signs of Early Miscarriage Apr 10th, 2023

Miscarriages are incredibly common — as many as 26% of pregnancies end in miscarriage, most in the early weeks of pregnancy. But just because they’re not uncommon, that doesn’t mean they don’t require prompt, appropriate medical care.  Miscarriages require medical treatment to ensure you’re healthy. Knowing the early signs of miscarriage helps...

How To Choose the Birth Control Method That’s Right for You Mar 8th, 2023

At first blush, picking a birth control option seems simple and straightforward. However, once you start considering all of your options, it can become a tad overwhelming. As an OB/GYN and women’s health and reproductive rights advocate, DeShawn Taylor, MD, MSc, FACOG, works tirelessly to help people in her care...

A Healthy Vagina is Our Friend Oct 30th, 2020

People with vaginas know—from the time that you realize what it is and what it does, you have a love-hate relationship with it. Vaginal discomfort can cause a lot of distress for people.  The vagina is a carefully crafted ecosystem with a healthy mixture of bacteria (some harmful, some good)...

Why does it hurt when you pee? Sep 20th, 2020

Today's hot topic is: Why does it hurt when you pee? This is a common concern that women have when meeting with their gynecologist or primary care provider. Painful urination can be very bothersome and get in the way of a woman’s daily life, so it can be helpful to...