January 29, 2024
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Perimenopause is a natural phase of transition that women experience before reaching menopause. It is characterized by hormonal fluctuations, which can lead to a variety of physical and emotional changes. Navigating the waters of perimenopause and menopause can feel like charting unknown territory. One of […]
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December 19, 2023
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Perimenopause is an important phase in a woman’s life, marking the transition from reproductive years to menopause. This natural biological process can occur anytime between the ages of 35 and 50, although it typically occurs in women in their 40s, and can last anywhere from […]
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July 18, 2023
In a huge step towards improving women’s reproductive health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the availability of one over-the-counter (OTC) birth control pill. This decision marks a major milestone, providing women with increased accessibility, convenience, and control over one of their contraceptive choices, which is what we’re all about here at […]
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May 24, 2023
So, you’re considering transferring your prescription from your old pharmacy to a new pharmacy. You’ve come to the right place, because we are quite familiar with the process (wink wink). We believe there can be many benefits to switching pharmacies. For example, different pharmacies may offer better pricing, a more convenient location, or other perks. […]
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May 30, 2022
Is Plan B same as Plan c? Despite having similar names, Plan B and “Plan C”, or medication abortion, are two different reproductive health options. While one is used to prevent pregnancy, the other is used to terminate pregnancy. It’s important to understand the difference between the two in order to best protect yourself from […]
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July 18, 2023
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Perimenopause and menopause are two distinct stages in a woman’s reproductive life that are often misunderstood and shrouded in mystery. This blog post aims to explain more about these two distinct life stages – exploring their differences, the hormonal changes that are happening, symptoms, and […]
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January 31, 2023
Birth control is a common, safe, and easy way to prevent pregnancy, but is it affordable for those who don’t have health insurance? As a result of Griswold v. Connecticut in 1965, the Supreme Court granted the constitutional right to contraception, and thanks to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 2010, most US health insurance […]
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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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January 31, 2025
Understanding Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) — also called Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT) or simply Hormone Therapy (HT) — has become an increasingly popular treatment for managing menopause symptoms. However, its use after age 65 has sparked debate, especially following the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) study in 2002, which raised concerns about […]
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March 29, 2024
Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Menopause often brings with it a wave of sleep disruptions, leaving many to wonder how to restore a peaceful night’s rest. This article delves into the hormonal upheavals that affect “menopause and sleep”, outlining practical, evidence-based measures to enhance your sleep quality during this transitional […]
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January 10, 2023
You’ve seen the doctor and have the prescription in hand, but you don’t have insurance and are worried about the out-of-pocket costs. Unfortunately, this is a far-too-common scenario in the United States. Between this and the US Supreme Court ruling that made it possible for religious employers to refuse to cover birth control pills means […]
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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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