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The For Every Woman Mobile Medical Clinic is Here!

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…

How to Prevent Breast Cancer: A 6-Step Guide

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…

Can Birth Control Affect Mental Health?

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,…

HS Warrior: Fighting Since I Was 8

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…

Can I Get Pregnant from Pre-Ejaculation? And Other Common Questions 

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…

Understanding HPV: What Every Woman Should Know

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a topic that might not always come up in everyday conversation, but it’s important for every woman to understand. Human papillomavirus is the most prevalent sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the United States. It’s estimated that around 80% of sexually active women will contract at least one strain of human papillomavirus…

Summer Yeast Infections: Burning Like House of the Dragon?

Summer is in full swing, and while we all love the sunshine and beach days, there’s a less glamorous side to the season that we need to talk about: yeast infections. Yes, those pesky, uncomfortable infections that can make your life feel like a scene from House of the Dragon, with your pee being the…

Abortion, Miscarriage, and Ectopic Pregnancies: What’s the Real Difference?

When it comes to the conversation of abortion, it’s easy for misinformation to spread. Often, what people refer to as facts are random bits of information they’ve picked up from TikTok rather than from a doctor’s office. That’s why we’re here—to set the record straight, particularly on the topics of abortion, miscarriage, and ectopic pregnancies….

What Is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?

Today, hormonal imbalances, anxiety and depression, and other health concerns are trending topics in women’s health. These issues increasingly affect many women, and doctors often advise them to lose weight, take antidepressants, or use hormonal contraceptives as treatment options. But what if these issues were tied together for some women? Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is…

How to Advocate for Yourself at Your OB-GYN Appointment

Nothing is more frustrating than coming out of your OB-GYN appointment with more questions than when you came in. It’s the unfortunate truth that feeling unheard and unseen by your doctor is becoming more and more normal. Shockingly, studies reveal that 1/5 women feel that a healthcare provider ignored or dismissed their symptoms, and 17%…