Young Men's Health
Preparing for Outpatient or “Day” SurgeryPreparing for surgery can feel overwhelming or scary if you don’t know what to expect. You may have some unanswered questions and worries that make you feel this way. Knowing … read more
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Are blue balls really a thing? My friend says I need to jerk off a lot or my balls will turn blue.
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I’m uncut and it’s never bothered me until now. Seeing guys in gym class makes me very self conscious. I want to be circumcised. Talking with my best friend, I don’t have to use lube/spit and my penis is way more sensitive than his. Should I do it?
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I’m 15 and a virgin. In health class we were talking about the HPV vaccine. Coach said it could possible prevent certain cancers. My parents asked why I wanted it if I was a virgin. Should I wait until I’m sexually active to get the vaccine?
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Scoliosis: General Information
What is scoliosis? Scoliosis means that your spine, or “backbone,” is curved. Most people with curved spines also have rotated spines. What causes scoliosis? There are different types of scoliosis … read more
LGBTQ: Sexual Orientation
What is sexual orientation? Sexual orientation refers to the type of sexual and romantic feelings for other people. These people can be of the same gender, a different gender, or … read more
Sore Throat
Sore throat is a common medical condition that usually lasts a couple of days and gets better on its own; however, sometimes a sore throat can be serious. If it … read more
Sugar Substitutes and Artificial Sweeteners
Sugar substitutes (sometimes called low-calorie or artificial sweeteners) are ingredients used to sweeten foods and beverages instead of sugar. There are a variety of foods on the market that contain … read more
From our blog: TeenSpeak!
With plant-based eating gaining popularity around the world, a new wave in food science and technology has emerged that is specifically focused on the development of “fake meat” or plant-based meats. You’ve probably heard about these products in the news and on social media and...
Drinking raw milk has become a popular “natural” food trend in the past few years due to rumors of it having certain health benefits. But, what even is raw milk? Is it safe? There is a lot of misleading information out there about raw milk...
You might have heard that different macronutrients such as carbohydrates, fats, and proteins all play different roles in the body once they are broken down from the food you eat. Carbohydrates provide us with quick, usable energy, fats play a role in ensuring hormones function...