This week, people across the country are sharing the reasons why they love birth control in celebration of Thanks, Birth Control Day. And although many women use birth control to prevent pregnancy, BC can also be used for other reasons. In this article, we’ll explore those reasons, and share resources you can use to learn…
In Mississippi, 39.7% of women and 31.7% of men will experience physical or sexual violence from an intimate partner in their lifetime. And, according to research from the National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS), it is most likely that these individuals first experienced some form of partner violence between the ages of 11…
We’ve all had moments where words just can’t capture how we feel. And in those moments, usually sending an emoji (or many emojis) does the job. Well, did you know that doing this actually has health benefits? Read on to learn more. Research Findings 🔬 In this study conducted by a mix of healthcare…
Back to school is on its way…and that can be stressful, right? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! In this article, we’ll break down a few ways you can start the school year strong so you can spend less time worrying and more time living your best life. Read on to learn more! Practice…
Statistics from the American Psychology Association (APA) showed that members of Gen Z– those aged 10 to 25 – are more likely to report mental health concerns than any other generation. But this isn’t the only way Gen Z is making waves when it comes to addressing mental health. Read on to learn more! Gen…
Studies show that 1 in 5 Mississippi youth ages 13 to 18 will experience a severe mental disorder at some point in their life. May is Mental Health Month, and although mental disorders and illnesses are different from mental health (more on that later), it’s important to raise awareness and support for anyone to get…
Every year, individuals, health professionals, and health organizations acknowledge STD Awareness Week as a time to raise awareness about sexually transmitted diseases, discuss how they impact lives and communities, and share ways of preventing infection. The CDC estimates that 1 in 5 people in the U.S. have a sexually transmitted infection and that nearly 1…
March is Women’s History Month! And in addition to celebrating the many women who have helped advance society, health care, and education, this month is the perfect time to learn how women’s health care, namely contraception, has impacted women’s history since the prehistoric era. Read on to learn more! Early Birth Control Methods Women and…
It’s Black History month! From Daniel Hale Williams’ innovations in cardiology to Kwabena Bohen’s inventions in biochemistry, African Americans have helped advance the medical field in more ways than one. This month is dedicated to celebrating those innovators as well as the works, movements, and initiatives Black activists have created to promote racial equality and…
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, which makes this the perfect time to improve your health literacy and plan your health goals. Don’t know where to start? No worries–we’ll give you the rundown on what you should know about cervical health. What is a cervix? Located in the lowest and innermost part of the uterus,…
