ADHDADHD is pretty common, and more guys tend to be diagnosed than girls. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), 9.4% of all school-aged kids have ADHD. It’s usually … read more
Health Guides
Athlete’s Foot (Tinea Pedis)
What is Athlete’s Foot? The medical name for athlete’s foot is Tinea pedis. Athlete’s foot is an itchy rash on the feet. You don’t have to be an athlete to have … read more
Birth Control: Female Barrier Methods
What does the term “barrier method” mean? A “barrier” is something that blocks or separates; for example, a wall or a fence. The term “female barrier method” of birth control … read more
Birth Control: Female Hormonal Methods
What are hormonal methods of birth control? Hormonal methods of birth control are types of birth control that use hormones (estrogen and/or progestin) to help prevent ovulation. There are many … read more
Birth Control: Other Birth Control Methods for Females
What other types of birth control are available for females? Here are four additional types of female birth control methods (list from most effective to least effective): Abstinence (No sexual … read more
Bladder Exstrophy
Bladder exstrophy is a rare condition that affects males and females. Only one out of every 20,000 babies born will have bladder exstrophy, and there is no known cause. What … read more
Caffeine
Caffeine is naturally found in the leaves, beans, seeds, and fruits of many plants. It’s also added to some foods and drinks and some pain relievers. Caffeine works by exciting … read more
Annual Check-Up
It’s time for your yearly check-up (sometimes called an annual exam). It might seem strange to visit your primary care provider (PCP) when you’re not sick, but having a yearly … read more
Medical Research in the Clinic Setting
Each year, billions of dollars are spent on medical research in order to learn more about various diseases and improve healthcare. As a young woman, there are many health topics … read more
Eye Health: Common Vision Problems and Eye Conditions
There are three common types of vision problems: nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Nearsightedness: Nearsightedness is also called myopia. People who are nearsighted can see fine up close, but things that … read more