September 25, 2021
Spironolactone Acne Medication Treatment Option: Here’s What You Need to Know
What is spironolactone? (Aldactone) Spironolactone is a diuretic. A diuretic is a medication pill that helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. What is spironolactone used for? Usually, it’s prescribed to prevent high blood pressure and heart failure, but it can also be used to help treat for hormonal acne. It primarily […]
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September 25, 2021
Pandia Health joins #FreeBritney Movement
IUD’s and other contraceptives give women the right to choose when they want to get pregnant, but they can also take those choices away when they are forced upon women. Britney Spears is an example of this. Spears suffered reproductive coercion when she was stripped of her right to have children after the government mandated […]
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September 2, 2021
How Exercise Benefits Reproductive Health
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Your reproductive health can influence a lot of things, like fertility, pregnancy, and mental health. Exercising and reproductive health are directly related. By increasing exercise, you can help your overall health! Read on to learn why exercise helps reproductive health, what specific benefits […]
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August 25, 2021
How to Get Birth Control Online
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team You’ve decided you want to start birth control, WOOHOO! You’ve come to the right place! The next step is to figure out how to get it. Spoiler alert: some methods are quicker and more convenient than others. The “traditional way” to […]
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August 25, 2021
what causes back acne in females
It’s likely that you’ve heard the term, “bacne” (a.k.a acne that appears on the back), but you may not be aware of its causes and the best methods of treatment. Read on to learn more about back acne so you can become a pro at managing this unpleasant, yet very common condition. What is “bacne”? […]
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August 25, 2021
What Does Acne on your Cheeks Mean?
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Mary Francis Garcia Having acne in one of the most obvious places (your face) is not ideal in any situation. Thankfully, there are simple methods that can be incorporated into your daily life to reduce the severity and keep your skin looking and feeling great. […]
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August 25, 2021
When Does Pregnancy Acne Start?
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Mary Francis Garcia A body goes through many changes when pregnant. One of the said changes might be acne. But don’t worry! This is completely natural and does not last forever. When does acne during pregnancy start? Pregnancy acne is a lot like regular […]
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July 19, 2021
birth control pill, patch, or ring – which one should i use?
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team So you want to know which birth control is right for you? Thanks to medical advancements, you now have numerous options – this can be both exciting and intimidating. Whether you’re starting birth control for the first time or want […]
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June 22, 2021
How to Stop a Pimple from Forming
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Picture this: you’re in middle school and you reach the age of puberty where hormones begin to rage. One day you begin to see red dots appear on your skin. As you progress through highschool, you try everything from creams to […]
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June 22, 2021
The period pain that often happens with an individual’s menstrual cycle can be debilitating, so much so that it may begin to stop you from your daily tasks. Thankfully, it doesn’t have to be this way forever. There are many methods and products that you can use to relieve period cramps – most of which […]
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April 14, 2021
Birth Control & Vaccines: Should I stop taking Yaz if I got the J&J vaccine?
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Should I stop my Yaz because I got the JNJ COVID vaccine I recently received the J&J COVID vaccine on April 4, and I just read that the FDA is advising to pause administering that vaccine due to blood clot concerns. I am […]
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March 8, 2021
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2021
Happy International Women’s Day! Can’t believe we made it to IWD 2021 — and we’re still protesting the same policies as a century ago! This year’s theme is #.’ According to the website, “We are all parts of a whole. Our individual actions, conversations, behaviors and mindsets can have an impact on our larger society. […]
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