Medical Review by Heidi Moawad Summary Learn about UTI risk factors & how you can deal with common symptoms Did you know that females are up to 30 times as likely to get a urinary tract infection (UTI) as males are? There are lots of things to love about being a woman, but the increased likelihood of having a UTI isn’t one of them. Painful symptoms can make … [Read more...]
Medical Review by Heidi Moawad Summary Quitting smoking is a challenge for many—but you don’t have to do it alone Smoking remains one of the leading causes of preventable death worldwide, causing over 7 million deaths each year—and over 480,000 in the US alone. It contributes to severe health issues like cancer, heart disease, stroke, and chronic respiratory … [Read more...]
Medical Review by Heidi Moawad Summary There are different kinds of acne medication—but what’s best for you? Acne is a common skin condition that occurs when the hair follicles under your skin get clogged with substances like oils or dead skin cells. This results in lesions or pimples that can be tender or painful to touch, causing daily discomfort. It’s more … [Read more...]
Medical Review by Jennie Stanford, MD, FAAFP Did you know that females are up to 30--thirty!--times as likely to get a urinary tract infection (UTI) as males are? There’s a whole list of things to love about being a woman, but the increased likelihood of having a UTI isn’t one of them. Painful symptoms can make UTIs burdensome and inconvenient. So let’s talk about the … [Read more...]
Medical Review by Jennie Stanford, MD, FAAFP, DipABOM Summary: Learn more about cold sores to minimize their impact Did you know that cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV)? Not everyone does, but that’s the truth. Despite being common, this condition is still plagued by myths and misunderstandings. But don't worry—we're here to help you … [Read more...]
Medical Review by Jennie Stanford, MD, FAAFP, DipABOM Summary: Keeping sexual health top of mind Many misconceptions surround herpes, which is commonly referred to as its two strains, HSV-1 and HSV-2. These misunderstandings have led to unnecessary stigma and fear. Dispelling these myths and providing accurate information about both strains of herpes is essential to … [Read more...]
Medical Review by Jennie Stanford, MD, FAAFP, DipABOM Summary: Embracing knowledge for better health The medical landscape for herpes is constantly changing, and patients and healthcare providers need to stay up-to-date on the latest research and treatment innovations. Herpes research landscape: understanding the current state Recent research is shedding … [Read more...]
Medical Review by Andrea Eisenberg MD Summary: Having safe sex with herpes means being aware of the risks The herpes virus (HSV) comes in two forms: HSV-1 and HSV-2. Most cases of oral herpes (or cold sores) are caused by HSV-1, whereas most genital herpes are caused by HSV-2. But both types can be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact, which means you … [Read more...]
Medical Review by Andrea Eisenberg MD Summary: Finding a treatment that works for you Managing genital herpes can be challenging and sensitive. However, it is possible to manage it effectively with the right medical advice and treatment options. Lemonaid Health providers prescribe some of the FDA-approved treatments, when appropriate. With Lemonaid Health, you’ll … [Read more...]
