November 9, 2022
Taking birth control pills is an effective way to prevent pregnancy. The added benefits are that they can be used to help ease heavy, painful, or irregular periods, reduce hormonal acne, and even skip periods! There are two types of birth control pills: combined oral contraceptive pills (which contain both estrogen and progestin) or progestin-only […]
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May 17, 2023
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH and Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Research shows that while menopause is a fact of life, few women feel informed on the subject. Over 68% only begin learning about perimenopause once symptoms first develop, causing many to go through this important life stage without the necessary […]
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Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH Azelaic acid and tretinoin individually are powerful acne-fighting and anti-aging prescription medications. Combined, they’re twice as strong. We know how overwhelming it can be to navigate the world of skincare and acne treatments, but don’t worry, we’re here to help! If you’re on the hunt for some seriously […]
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April 1, 2024
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist As women navigate the intricate phases from perimenopause and menopause, the quest for health and vitality becomes a paramount concern. Bioidentical Hormone Therapy (BHT) or more specifically Bioidentical Menopausal Hormone Therapy (BmHT) emerges as a powerful tool in this journey that can offer a personalized […]
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January 27, 2023
Acne is caused by everything from genetics and makeup to changes in hormones. As a teenager, your family history and hormone changes due to puberty create the perfect conditions for acne to thrive. As a result, as many as 93% of teens are affected by acne. Teen acne is caused by your skin producing excess […]
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November 20, 2022
The only difference between Sprintec and Mili are the manufacturers and inactive ingredients like the color of the pills. So Sprintec and Mili have the same benefits, side effects, and mode of action. The only differences would be if you have a reaction to the different inactive ingredients, usually just the pill coloring. Birth control […]
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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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February 9, 2023
You might have thought you left acne behind when you graduated high school. But here you are, an adult, still getting pimples. The same things that cause acne for teenagers can cause acne for adults (like excess oil and sticky dead skin cells). Adults experience hormonal changes, especially individuals who menstruate, are pregnant, or going […]
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January 31, 2024
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Let’s dive into a topic that resonates with many women in their journey towards understanding menopause treatment: “When is the best time to start menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) or hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?” This is not just a question about timing; it’s about quality of […]
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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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March 8, 2023
Skipping your period using birth control has been a hot topic recently. Our founder, Dr. Sophia Yen and Pandia Health have been preaching about #PeriodsOptional for some time now, and we are thrilled to see it start to take off. There are so many benefits of skipping your period such as getting rid of period […]
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February 9, 2023
Imagine this: you’ve gone through puberty and the stubborn acne that comes with being a teenager, but now you’re stuck with annoying pimples that seem to pop up at specific times of the month. This frustrating phenomenon is known as hormonal acne. Right around your period, acne can start flaring up everywhere on your face, […]
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