Pandia Health Blog

Navigating the Transition: When is the Optimal Time for Menopausal Hormone Therapy

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 […]

Treatment for Vaginal Dryness During Perimenopause: Vaginal Estrogen Can Help

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 […]

Menopause, sex and relationships. All you should know.

December 19, 2023

Medically reviewed by Catherine Hansen, MD, OBGYN & Menopause specialist Sex isn’t always top of mind when thinking about menopause, but hormonal changes are part of significant physical, mental, and emotional changes that happen at this time, and these can impact sex and intimacy in many ways. First, let’s level set. When we talk about […]

Perimenopause vs Menopause: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

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 […]

Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill: What You Need to Know

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 […]

At What Age Should You Stop Taking Birth Control Pills?

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 […]

Taking a Break From Birth Control

June 16, 2022

You may be wondering if taking a break from birth control is something you should consider to help you reset your body and improve your fertility. But that’s not really how it works and there are risks associated with this decision – risks that you may not realize you’re taking until it’s too late. In […]

May newsletter

May 4, 2022

Birth control and mental health It’s Mental Health Awareness Month. Let’s address some top questions about birth control and mental health. Does birth control make you depressed? The research is mixed on this. If you notice you are depressed after starting birth control, then talk to your doctor. KNOW that there are 8 different progestins. […]

April: National sexual assault awareness month

April 26, 2022

The purpose of this month is to open up conversations that raise awareness about sexual assault, which refers to a sexual act that occurs without explicit consent. But what exactly is “explicit consent”? Consent is not just the absence of the word “no” –instead it is the enthusiastic presence of “yes!” Consent must be given […]

Q&A with Dr. Y

November 9, 2018

These answers are for general informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor/primary care provider before starting or changing treatment. Birth Control Q: Are birth control pills really bad for you? A: Birth Control pills are really good for those that want/need them. They […]

Terms & Conditions

August 10, 2019

Terms of Delivery Service Last Updated: July 3rd, 2025 Welcome to the Pandia Health (“Pandia Health”) website located at www.pandiahealth.com (the “Site”). Please read these Terms of Service (the “Terms”) and our Privacy Policy carefully because they govern your use of our Site and our pharmacy and prescription delivery services accessible via our Site and […]

Privacy Policies

July 6, 2018

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