Too often, people who menstruate are told that periods are supposed to be heavy or painful. But the truth is that you know your body best, and you deserve care for your symptoms. We’re busting some of the myths around menstruation and sharing a few ways you can start to…

A guest post by our partner, PERIOD.org. The invisible trauma of period poverty exists around the world, where an estimated 500 million people can’t access menstrual products. In the U.S., nearly 1 in 4 students can’t access or afford period products and over 3/4ths of students report knowing more about…

A Diabetes diagnosis can come as a surprise for many. Even though it’s one of the most common chronic conditions, it’s also one of the most invisible. Many people don’t display or experience symptoms in the early stages of Diabetes. The CDC estimates that 23% of American adults with Diabetes…

When we think of women’s health, Diabetes might not come to mind immediately. However, it’s a common condition for many American women: it affects 1 in 9 adult women in the U.S. Also, two-thirds of children and adolescents diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes are female. New research shows that men…

Insights into the barriers & challenges women patients face It’s no secret that navigating our healthcare system can be frustrating (to say the least). At Alpha, we wanted to better understand patient barriers and challenges in seeking medical care. To gain insights into their experiences, we surveyed our patients in…

The physical & invisible barriers to emergency contraception It’s been nearly nine years since the FDA approved the use of Plan B One Step (levonorgestrel), an emergency contraceptive pill, for all women of child-bearing potential to purchase over the counter. The FDA made this decision based on the evidence that…

By Guest Contributor Abimbola Farinde, PharmD — In the midst of a surge of COVID-19 cases, driven by the highly contagious Omicron variant, medical advances may help shift the tide. One of the most recently approved treatment options for COVID-19 is Pfizer’s PAXLOVID™ (nirmatrelvir tablets and ritonavir tablets). PAXLOVID™ is approved under an EUA (Emergency Use Authorization)…

GERD is uncomfortable year-round, but it can be especially troublesome when it comes to holidays meals and treats. Fortunately, there are ways you can avoid and combat GERD come holiday season. GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease is a common digestive problem that plagues many people with uncomfortable, heartburn-like symptoms. GERD…

Incorporating a variety of colorful plant foods will help ensure you are getting your daily dose of phytonutrients, which may elicit anti-cancer and anti-heart disease effects. — Photo by Adli Wahid on Unsplash Plant foods provide an array of benefits to support health. Not only do they supply our bodies with essential fiber, vitamins, and minerals, but they are also a good source of phytonutrients.