When a deadly virus spreads through a community, routine health care, including reproductive health care, can can suffer. In North Carolina, the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped how and when residents received abortion care in unexpected ways, new research shows. A team of researchers from the University of North Carolina tracked abortions in the state between […]
Masturbation as exercise training – not just a habit One of Erica’s most compelling insights comes from sports psychology: “We have to train for what we want to be good at.” Masturbation, she explains, is an exercise activity – just like running or dancing. Yet most people discovered it when they were young and never […]
If you’re concerned about STDs, you don’t want to have a complicated booking process. That’s why we’ve created a new, easier way for all our patients to book their tests. Introducing the Better2Know web app. This new app helps you find the test you need and a testing method that works for you, combined with […]
The Vulva is regenerative (and hormone dependent) One of Dr.’s favorite facts Uloko to share is that the vulva has a remarkable regenerative capacity. Contrary to popular belief, vulvar aging and deterioration are not inevitable. The vulva is: Very hormone dependent Dynamic and responsive to life stages Affected by menstrual cycles Affected by pregnancy, menopause, […]
Do you remember the last time you went to the dentist for a cleaning? What about your final GYN exam? For many of us, these checkups are a regular part of life every year. But when it comes to pelvic floor health, we often wait until we feel something Real before we make an appointment. […]
Valentine’s Day is supposed to be a romantic holiday, but in my experience it often brings up feelings of despair, inadequacy, and loneliness. Whether you’re single or in that vaguely erotic and amorous, but ill-defined dynamic with someone we like to call a situationship, Valentine’s Day is a time when people who expect grand romantic […]
The shift that is changing sexual and relationship work When asked what trend really excites her right now, Erin doesn’t point to a buzzword or viral concept. She points to something quieter, and much more impactful. She sees more and more couples questioning assumptions they have never explored: Why do we assume that couples have […]
In today’s fast-paced world, stress and depression have become common problems that affect people of all ages. From emotional overload to work pressure: modern life often disrupts our inner balance. Ayurveda, the ancient system of natural healing, offers a gentle and effective approach to managing stress, anxiety and depression – by treating the cause, not […]
1) Libido and sexual responseTestosterone plays a major role in sexual desire, arousal and overall sexual satisfaction. Low levels are linked to low libido in some women (especially after menopause or removal of the ovaries). 2) Energy and motivationIt supports general vitality, drive and motivation. When levels are very low, people sometimes describe feeling flat, […]
Joint pain is a common health problem that affects people of all ages, especially those who suffer from arthritis, injury or age-related wear and tear. While modern medicine often provides temporary relief through painkillers, Ayurveda offers a holistic long-term solution using herbal medicines and therapies that address the root cause of pain. Ayurvedic view on […]