If you’ve recently had a baby and are considering traveling, you may have some questions regarding safety for you and your baby. Let’s explore some important things to consider before and during travel to promote a healthy and happy trip. Consider the Age of Your Child Most healthcare professionals recommend that you do not travel…
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Are those spicy tuna rolls and that glass of red making your menopausal symptoms worse? If you are experiencing menopause, you are not alone. According to a study,1 by 2030, 1.2 billion women worldwide will be in the menopausal transition or post-menopause due to the aging population. Menopause is often associated with symptoms such as…
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Have you heard the term PCOS? It’s not a new texting lingo, nor is it a fancy new job title. PCOS, or polycystic ovary syndrome, is a health condition where your body forms little fluid pockets on its ovaries. These fluid bubbles hold immature eggs, and in PCOS the eggs are not released regularly like…
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Smells down there. What is normal and abnormal when it comes to vaginal odor? One of those topics that people don’t talk about but often have questions about is odor. Women may feel embarrassed to talk about smells coming from the vaginal area. Sometimes these smells are normal but sometimes they may indicate a problem.…
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Getting pregnant can be difficult for some women. It’s not always easy and sometimes a little extra help is needed. Often, a good place to start is to learn about the menstrual cycle and fertility. The Menstrual Cycle There is a time period during a woman’s menstrual cycle when they are most likely to get…
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Addiction problems have gained more awareness in recent years. Addiction does not refer to just illegal substances and can affect anyone of any age. It is possible to become addicted to medications prescribed by a healthcare provider. Pain Medication There are several ailments, illnesses, and injuries that can cause pain. Often pain is treated with…
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Three facts that parents need to know about chickenpox. Chickenpox is a well-known childhood virus but there is a lot of misinformation out there. Read on to learn what parents need to know about the chickenpox virus. Chickenpox Is Very Contagious Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus and it is very contagious. The virus…
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Many parents feel like their young children are always getting sick. It’s not uncommon for kids to get multiple illnesses within a short period of time, especially during the winter. The kids may recover from one condition and pick up another soon after. Kids are more prone to illness than adults and experience some health…
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If you are experiencing pain down there, don’t be afraid to seek help from your healthcare provider. Women sometimes don’t feel comfortable discussing intimate health topics with others. One of those topics could be a condition known as vulvodynia. There is not much known about the cause of vulvodynia but those women that it affects…
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Puberty can be a challenging time in one’s life. There are a lot of physical and emotional changes that take place during this time in a young person’s life. Puberty is defined as the time period in life when a person becomes sexually mature. The average age for a girl to begin puberty is about…
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