September 12, 2022
With the overturning of Roe v. Wade in the United States, there have been a lot of talks recently about reproductive rights. Reproductive rights are human rights that center on the rights of people to safely access contraception, abortion, fertility treatment, reproductive healthcare, and information about reproductive and sexual health. Reproductive rights cover everything from […]
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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also called STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections), are infections that are spread from one person to another during sexual activity, either vaginal, anal, and/or oral sex. STDs are common in sexually active people, and younger people are especially susceptible. The CDC estimates that those aged 15-24 years old account for half of […]
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September 1, 2022
A Word From Dr. Yen: September is PCOS and Sexual Health awareness month PCOS Month PolyCystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) will affect 1 in 10 women during their lives. PCOS is a hormonal disorder with the following symptoms: Signs of high androgens (extra acne, hairiness or high levels of testosterone) Irregular periods or frequently missed periods […]
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August 29, 2022
Hormonal birth control pills are among the safest and most effective ways to prevent pregnancy and reduce period symptoms. For people under 40, birth control pills are generally safe with few lasting side effects. However, as you get older it’s important that you be aware of the increased risk of adverse effects from the pill […]
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August 26, 2022
At Pandia Health, we’re here to provide reliable information about reproductive health, and that extends to parents learning about and getting birth control for teens. You’re raising strong, independent people who are well-informed about how their bodies work and you want them to feel empowered to choose the right birth control method for them. We […]
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August 1, 2022
A Word From Dr. Yen: August Is National Wellness Month Vaginal wellness is an important part of a woman’s overall health and wellness! Did you know that the #1 cause of missed school and work for women under the age of 25 is painful or heavy periods? If you have period problems causing you to […]
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July 19, 2022
Roe v wade overturned: 6 Tips from Dr. Yen Now that Roe is gone, here are 6 tips from a doctor, mother, and feminist. I am a mother of 2 teenage daughters and a physician that specializes in adolescents and young adults as well as the CEO/Founder of the ONLY women-founded, women-led/doctor founded, doctor-led birth […]
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Many women have heard of the Plan B pill, but fewer have heard of Plan C. Unlike Plan B or “the morning-after pill,” which it can be taken up to 5 days (per WHO) after unprotected sex or where there is a possibility of unwanted pregnancy (missed pills/patch/ring days), Plan C pills are abortion pills […]
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July 15, 2022
Using birth control and contraceptives isn’t only about limiting unprotected sex and preventing pregnancy. Birth control is a critical tool for reproductive health care delivery and disease control. At the same time, there are so many forms of birth control to choose from, which makes it hard to pick the best option for you! But […]
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July 5, 2022
A Word From Dr. Sophia Yen: Woohoo! Hot Girl Summer is in full effect –remember to have fun, and make sure you have birth control and emergency contraception as you live your best life. Now, more than ever, it’s important to be in control of your reproductive health by stocking up on contraceptives. Having extra […]
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June 27, 2022
So you’ve decided to go on birth control. Now what? The first step will be to have a consultation with one of Pandia’s expert birth control doctors. Simply answer our health questionnaire and it will be reviewed by one of our doctors. In addition to pregnancy prevention, hormonal birth control provides several advantages. It can […]
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