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Early Pregnancy Testing: What is it exactly? Not to be confused with determining a pregnancy, early pregnancy testing is done after a pregnancy has been confirmed, wherein a sample of your blood is taken to detect several conditions, such as gender, Down syndrome, and Trisomy. The medical field has made great strides in early detection….
We’re thrilled to share that For Every Woman, in collaboration with Horizon Pregnancy Clinic, Mariners Church, and the OC Rescue Mission, is launching the very first For Every Woman Mobile Medical Clinic in the U.S. This dream has been two years in the making, and it’s finally here! Launching this clinic is a huge step…
We often think of breast cancer with minimal concern, but taking steps now can significantly reduce your risk in the future. As young adults, we are learning how to build habits that will shape our long-term health. Incorporating preventable measures into your lifestyle today can make a big difference. So, with that, here are some…
When considering different forms of birth control on your reproductive health journey, it’s important to be informed and aware of possible side effects. Can birth control affect your mental health? With recent studies showing a connection between mental health and hormonal birth control, many women are using birth control options that do not have hormones,…
You’re never born a heroine, you become a heroine…and usually by being thrown into scary situations that will challenge you to think on your feet, outsmart the villain, and most importantly: face your fears. We love a good horror movie. As the spooky season is officially upon us, we’re excited for an excuse to rewatch…
The Early Sign: My First Symptom When I was eight years old, I experienced my first HS symptom: a boil almost the size of a golf ball on my left thigh. This boil had been growing for quite some time, and the more it grew, the more pressure and pain I felt. Soon, walking became…
Before we get into the good stuff, let us explain health equity and why it should matter to you. Health Equity is defined as a state in which everyone has a fair and just opportunity to attain their highest level of health. So, no matter who you are or where you come from, everyone has…
Dating in the modern world comes with its own challenges, especially when navigating personalities that seem to be straight out of reality TV. You may have seen the drama unfold on The Bachelorette—where confidence can quickly turn into arrogance—but how can you tell if the person you’re dating is more than just self-assured and, instead,…
Food insecurity. You might have heard the term before but may not know exactly what it means. According to the USDA, food insecurity- not to be mistaken as ‘hunger’- is defined as “a household-level economic and social condition of limited or uncertain access to adequate food.”And if that wasn’t complicated enough to understand, here is…
Once upon a time, women were led to believe that just by kissing a boy, they could get pregnant. Thankfully, modern times have allowed women to become more informed of the different ways in which pregnancy is possible thereby disputing this age-old warning. (Although, humorously, this tactic is still used to keep young girls from…
