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If there’s one thing we all know about sexually transmitted infections (STI) it’s that no one enjoys talking about them — but the truth is: if you are sexually active, you could be at risk. February 10-16 is STI/Condom week and one of the biggest misconceptions about STIs is that they show up as something […] More
“It’s complicated” is more than a relationship status on Facebook or a really great Meryl Streep movie; it’s likely how we’ve all described our love lives at one point or another. Dating is about learning what we want, and learning comes with making mistakes that result in complications, fights, and even breakups. As long as […] More
Thalia Charalambous started 2020 as an Under Armour sponsored athlete after she became one of four runners to earn a spot in the UA Elite running squad at the end of last year. Yet just a year before, Thalia had been wondering if she would ever run again. She was undergoing invasive treatment for a […] More
Sex is not totally off-limits if you’ve gotten back abnormal results from a Pap smear. But there’s a lot to unpack here in your question. The first important thing to understand is that a routine Pap smear can be “abnormal” for a variety of reasons than an STI. And even if you received a diagnosis […] More
The winter woes are upon us, and if you’re like me, you’re ready for spring to show its face sooner rather than later. I can’t say I don’t love a fresh, crisp snowfall paired with the excuse to stay inside and order takeout, but that’s just a glimpse of what wintertime looks like. The reality? […] More
For a long time, many of us have believed that a woman can have the occasional glass of something alcoholic during pregnancy, but researchers from the University of Bristol suggest/advise otherwise. They released a study that warns against any alcohol consumption at any stage of one’s pregnancy. The study, which is now the most comprehensive […] More
There are few things more addicting than a sunny day – the warmth, the beach, a chance to pull out that sundress. But if you’ve ever dealt with the irritation of a sunburn, then you know that too much of a good thing can be bad for you. And overexposure to the sun can cause […] More
Valentine’s Day is one of those love it or hate it type of deals. Like bucket bags, cilantro, and Gilmore Girls, it’s a topic about which nearly everyone under the sun has an opinion—and a strong one, too. Personally, I love it. Yes, I’m a single gal, and I absolutely love Valentine’s Day. And no, I’m […] More
