Women's Health
If you’re concerned about vaginal thrush, BV, or any other women’s health issues, then you’ve come to the right place.
Our guides are here to provide important information about women’s health conditions, including your sexual and reproductive health.
Our team is dedicated to answering all of your questions, so if you’ve ever wanted to know how to tell the difference between thrush and BV, why pregnancy causes hair loss, or how effective the morning after pill is, grab a cup of tea and get reading!
Women's Health Advice & Guides
16 pros and cons of the contraceptive pill
The contraceptive pill is one of the most efficient and favoured ways for women to prevent pregnancy. If you’ve never tried it before, it could be a confusing option to consider with so much information (and misinformation!) out there you may have already read or heard. There’s a reason, though, why the pill is so popular: its benefits for some...
The contraceptive pill is one of the most efficient and favoured ways ...
Endometriosis - Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Endometriosis is a long-term disease where tissue similar to the lining of your uterus grows outside of the womb. It can cause you to experience uncomfortable symptoms and can even interrupt your daily life. It commonly affects women between the ages of 25 and 40, but it can also affect younger women who are in their teenage years. Most women...
Endometriosis is a long-term disease where tissue similar to the linin...
The side effects of the contraceptive pill
When you start oral contraception, it is common to experience side effects, but these won’t affect everyone. The side effects of taking the pill vary from person to person, and it is important to consider the contraceptive pill side effects before choosing a method of contraception. Not only does a woman have to think about the physical side effects of...
When you start oral contraception, it is common to experience side eff...
How you can get the contraceptive pill for free
How can you get the contraceptive pill for free? You can get all contraception, including the contraceptive pill, for free from: Contraception clinics Sexual health clinics (GUM) Some GP surgeries Young people’s services Pharmacies (via the NHS Pharmacy Contraceptive Service) You’ll be asked some health and lifestyle questions before you’re offered the pill to see if it’s the right option...
How can you get the contraceptive pill for free? You can get all...
Have I got bacterial vaginosis (BV) or thrush?
Thrush and Bacterial Vaginosis are common infections that can make your intimate area feel less than friendly.
If you’re struggling with an infection, you’re going to want to get rid of it fast, if only so you can lose the annoying itching!
But how can you tell the difference between these two very similar infections? Let’s find out the facts and see what makes them so different.
Thrush and Bacterial Vaginosis are common infections that can make ...
What's the best menopause diet?
Can your diet affect the symptoms of menopause? Menopause is a natural transition in every woman’s life. It can be a difficult time with many wondering what the best vitamins for menopause are or the best diet for menopause. For all women, diet and lifestyle changes can help with menopause symptoms. What you eat and drink has the ability to...
Can your diet affect the symptoms of menopause? Menopause is a natural...
