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How To Start Birth Control

No need to stress about logistics, we’re here to help! Whether you’re starting birth control for the first time, or switching brands, here are instructions coming directly from doctors. Following these instructions carefully can help you stay protect

How To Start Birth Control

Reproductive Health

How to Start Medically Advocating for Yourself

It seems like as the world progresses, sex education curriculum in the U.S. is falling backwards. August and Twentyeight Health came together to brainstorm our ideal sex ed curriculum based on commonly asked questions from our communities. ‍

How to Start Medically Advocating for Yourself

Treating Herpes

Herpes is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can be caused by two different forms of Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV).

Treating Herpes

COVID-19 At-Home Testing

At-home rapid tests are typically antigen tests, which gives you fast results (about 15 minutes) without having to send in a sample to a lab. Antigen tests are very good at detecting people people who are very contagious & likely to spread COVID-19

COVID-19 At-Home Testing

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Dental Dams

Dental Dams

A dental dam is a thin piece of protective material to use during oral sex to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

STIs are more common than people think, especially HPV. Not all STIs are treated the same way or have the same symptoms, so it’s important to understand the differences.

Discharge & Odor

Reproductive Health, STIs, Popular Article

Discharge & Odor

Discharge is fluid that comes out of the vagina and is a normal part of how the vagina functions. Just like we all have an odor under our arms, it’s perfectly normal for your vagina/vulva to have a smell.

Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)

Reproductive Health, STIs

Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an infection in your vagina, that is not an STI. Your vagina has healthy bacteria too, but when there is too much of the unhealthy bacteria and it is unbalanced, there can be an infection.

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Sexually Transmitted Infections

‍Sexually transmitted infections (“STIs”) are spread from one person to another through close contact or sexual activity. STIs are an infection caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites.

Treating Herpes

Treating Herpes

Herpes is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can be caused by two different forms of Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV).

Herpes Myths & Facts

Herpes Myths & Facts

Due to the stigma associated with a herpes diagnosis, many people feel uncomfortable talking about it or asking questions. This can be especially true for young people who may not want adults in their life to know they’re sexually active.

Dating with Herpes

Dating with Herpes

If you’ve recently been diagnosed with herpes, you may have a lot of questions about how this will affect your sex life.

Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)

Reproductive Health, STIs

Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an infection in your vagina, that is not an STI. Your vagina has healthy bacteria too, but when there is too much of the unhealthy bacteria and it is unbalanced, there can be an infection.

Genital Warts

Reproductive Health

Genital Warts

Genital warts are caused by a type of human papillomavirus (HPV), which is the most common STI. Warts typically are not painful or dangerous and can be treated. There may be just one, or multiple, and they can range in size.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Birth Control

Reproductive Health, Birth Control

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Birth Control

Doctors may prescribe birth control to help treat PCOS. Hormonal birth control helps to regulate your period, lower androgen levels, and reduce acne.

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)

Reproductive Health

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)

A UTI is a urinary tract infection, which can involve any part of your urinary system, including the urethra, ureters, bladder and kidneys. It means that you have bacteria (germs) in your urine (pee).

Language and Healthcare Outcomes

Reproductive Health

Language and Healthcare Outcomes

Twentyeight Health is excited to officially launch our services in Spanish as of November 2021!

How To Start Birth Control

Birth Control, Reproductive Health

How To Start Birth Control

No need to stress about logistics, we’re here to help! Whether you’re starting birth control for the first time, or switching brands, here are instructions coming directly from doctors. Following these instructions carefully can help you stay protect

Birth Control Coverage Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA)

Birth Control, Reproductive Health

Birth Control Coverage Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA)

We know deciphering the Affordable Care Act and how it affects the type of birth control available to you can be confusing.

Medicaid Overview

Birth Control, Reproductive Health

Medicaid Overview

The following information is taken from USA.gov/medicaid and MEDICAID.gov. Our team at Twentyeight is here to help you navigate the insurance process!

Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare for the Transgender and Nonbinary Community

Birth Control, Reproductive Health

Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare for the Transgender and Nonbinary Community

We know that the transgender and nonbinary communities face discrimination in healthcare. At Twentyeight Health, we welcome anyone who needs access to birth control. We’re here to offer education and access for all.

The Combination Pill

The Combination Pill

The combination pill, also known as “oral contraception,” is a tiny pill taken at the same time every day. This is the pill that most people refer to when saying that they are taking oral birth control. It contains the hormones estrogen and progestin

The Minipill (aka the progestin-only pill)

The Minipill (aka the progestin-only pill)

‍The progestin-only pill, also known as the minipill, is a tiny pill that needs to be taken at the same time every day. Unlike combination pills, the minipill does not contain estrogen.

Vaginal Ring

Vaginal Ring

‍‍The vaginal ring is a small, flexible ring that you insert into the vagina, kind of like how you put in a tampon.

How to Call Your Insurance Company

How to Call Your Insurance Company

Contacting your insurance can be stressful; we’re here to help make it simple and empower you to take charge of your health.

COVID-19 At-Home Testing

COVID-19 At-Home Testing

At-home rapid tests are typically antigen tests, which gives you fast results (about 15 minutes) without having to send in a sample to a lab. Antigen tests are very good at detecting people people who are very contagious & likely to spread COVID-19

COVID-19 & Birth Control

Birth Control, Reproductive Health, Other

COVID-19 & Birth Control

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted access to sexual and reproductive health resources for many people.

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