Access to Telehealth Abortion Isn’t Just a COVID Issue
The case for making virtual abortion care widely available was already strong. The pandemic made it airtight.
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Brittany Risher
Brittany Risher is a writer, editor and digital strategist specializing in health and lifestyle content. She's written for publications including Men's Health, Women's Health, Self and Yoga Journal.
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Is Therapy the Answer for Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
According to some experts, IBS isn't just about the digestive system. The brain plays a role too.
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How Are Hospital Patients Doing Without Visitors?
Healthcare workers are taking extra measures to make sure patients aren't deprived of human interactions critical to recovery.
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Here’s How Teledentistry Works
While dentistry is an especially hands-on specialty, video consultations can still be a useful resource for patients.
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Here’s What You Can Do During a Primary Care Video Visit
Virtual care can be the first step to diagnosing everything from colds and UTIs to earaches and even strep throat.
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Get Ready to FaceTime With Your Ob-Gyn
Women are seeing doctors virtually for issues from lingering itches to C-section stitches.
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The Truth About ‘Boosting Your Immunity’
"The immune system needs to be maintained and fostered for longer periods of time. It builds up over the years.”
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All Women Should Have Access to Reproductive Psychiatrists
A still-niche specialty focuses on mental health before, during and after pregnancy.
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