June 5, 2020
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team With all of the limitations the pandemic put on social interactions, doctors had to get creative when figuring out how to continue delivering care to patients. The answer: telemedicine. While this concept is not new, it has certainly become more popular […]
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July 9, 2020
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team. What is breakthrough bleeding? Breakthrough bleeding (also known as spotting) is bleeding that occurs when you’re not expecting your period. The bleed is usually lighter than your usual menstrual flow, but it can be the same in some cases. Read on […]
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May 20, 2019
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team. Updated on March 25, 2021 Pull out those swimsuits, ladies, because summer is just around the corner! Whether you’re road-tripping to the nearest beach, finally taking that dream trip to Thailand, or just visiting friends, it’s a great time to see […]
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April 10, 2019
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Uma Lerner, MD Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is distressing for up to 20% of women of reproductive age. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is more severe than PMS and affects 5-10% of women during their reproductive years. The term “PMDD” is reserved for cases meeting strictly defined […]
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April 10, 2017
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (#SAAPM) and we wanted to bring your attention to a few resources which highlight this issue. Believe and support survivors – Thank them for sharing their stories. Respond to victim-blaming, rape jokes, or other problematic […]
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August 31, 2020
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Many of us struggle when it comes to body image. We grew up in a society where Hollywood projected the ideal body type for women by hiring cookie cutter actresses who fit their desired image: big bust, thin waist, and wide […]
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September 9, 2020
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team We know that birth control information can be hard to navigate. That is why our CEO and Co-Founder, Dr. Sophia Yen, recently sat down with Riley Rees, CEO and Founder of Sofia Health, to answer your top questions on birth control. […]
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March 6, 2020
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Are you part of half of the US population who listens to podcasts? If you are, you don’t want to miss this one. If you are not, this one will be a great place to start. This one is episode #85 […]
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September 14, 2020
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team There are times when everyone feels shy about their bodies and the concerns that come with knowing what is healthy versus unhealthy. Our bodies and health are extremely complex and sometimes it’s hard to know what is normal for our individual […]
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March 29, 2020
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Jacquie C Masks aren’t going to completely prevent your chances of obtaining the COVID-19 virus and that it was advised to leave the medical masks to the professionals who need them; However, it doesn’t mean you can’t make your own DIY mask to help lower […]
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September 30, 2020
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Reproductive Health can feel shrouded in mystery and secrecy. It’s one of those topics that can be so uncomfortable to talk about that we just opt to avoid it all together. This can especially feel true as a woman of color. […]
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October 18, 2020
Medically reviewed by Sophia Yen, MD, MPH – Written by Pandia Health Editorial Team Power In Numbers It can be intimidating to start a business as a woman since entrepreneurship is dominated by men BUT the good news is that doing so means entering a community of support and empowerment. Women-led businesses have been able […]
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