Approximately 80% of pregnancies in women aged 15-19 are unintended and the U.S. continues to have the highest rates of adolescent pregnancies and births among developed countries. Until
Read moreOkay, so we have periods. Whether you refer to it as a “visit from Aunt Flow,” “that time of the month,” or one of the less polite euphemisms…it
Read moreIt’s not just a catchy title– we actually do NOT recommend washing your vulva with soap! Water is all you need, my friends. But first, some clarification on
Read more“Oh, I would NEVER drive a Honda. My friend’s sister drove a Honda and the brakes didn’t work well and she rear-ended a car on the freeway.” “I
Read moreSince the HPV vaccine hit the market in 2006, I’ve noticed a lot of young women are hesitant to get it. The common questions I hear are: “What
Read moreAt WHA we believe in focusing on self-care and good health year-round. But, if the indulgences of the holidays and the extra family time have gotten you off
Read moreThe number of patients getting seasonal flu vaccine in our clinics declines significantly around this time every year. Some of this is to be expected, as our patients
Read moreThis post was written by Morghan Milagrosa, CNM, WHNP-BC, formerly of WHA’s Tualatin office. While Morghan is no longer with WHA, we still love these reminders! It seems
Read moreAs an advice nurse, I find myself asking this question a lot—because it’s important, and especially if you call with cramping, are pregnant or are having urinary symptoms.
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