Coming Off Birth Control: What To Expect and How To Make It Easier
The birth control pill serves as a vital tool for managing reproductive health. However, there comes a time for…
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Why Spring Feels So Promising: The Science and Soul Behind the Season
After the cold and often dreary months of winter, the arrival of spring brings with it a sense of…
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What Is Cognitive Shuffling? The Simple Sleep Trick to Calm a Racing Mind
If you’ve ever found yourself lying in bed, exhausted but wide awake, replaying every awkward conversation you’ve had since…
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How to Best Prepare for Spring Allergy Season: 10 Smart Steps to Breathe Easier
Spring is beautiful—but if you suffer from seasonal allergies, it can feel more like a curse than a blessing….
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Why Poison Ivy Is More Dangerous Than You Think—Even If You Were Once Immune
If you’ve ever spent time outdoors in North America, there’s a good chance you’ve been warned about poison ivy—and…
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Pronatalism in the Spotlight: Elon Musk, Falling Birth Rates, and the Global Fertility Crisis
Pronatalism is gaining attention as countries confront an unprecedented demographic shift—rapidly declining birth rates. As aging populations strain healthcare…
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Alcohol and Cancer: Surgeon General Calls for Warning Labels Amid Rising Health Concerns
The Surgeon General’s recent call for cancer warnings on alcohol labels has reignited discussions about the link between alcohol…
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POTS Syndrome: Symptoms, Diagnosis, COVID Link & Why It Affects Women More
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is a condition that many people may have heard of, but few truly understand….
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Are Expired Medications Safe? What You Need to Know About Drug Expiration Dates
When you open your medicine cabinet, you’re likely to find a few bottles or blister packs marked with expiration…
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How Sex, Sleep, and Wellness Work Together to Boost Your Health
Ever wondered why you feel so relaxed after a night of intimacy or how a good night’s sleep makes…
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A New Study Finds That Men With Better Sperm Live Longer
A new study out of Denmark finds that men with better sperm quality at young ages seem to live longer than those who have weak swimmers. Before you ask the men in your life to provide semen samples for predictive purposes, however, you should know that researchers still don’t understand why this association exists or what it means. (Other than, you know, the obvious: healthy men make healthy sperm and healthy men tend to live longer connection.)
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Missourians Could Give All Their Tax Money to Crisis Pregnancy Centers
Missouri voters want access to abortion. We know that because in November they voted in favor of a constitutional amendment guaranteeing the right to abortion and other reproductive health decisions. Missouri lawmakers disagree.
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They’re transitioning the mice! They’re transitioning the rats!
Where’s DOGE when you need them? I have a perfect example of government waste that could be cancelled before we piss away money on it, but that seems unlikely since it was just announced last week and appears to be an RFK Jr. wet dream.
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How to Quit Drinking Coffee (Without Hating Your Life)
Let’s be honest—coffee is delicious. It’s comforting, it’s energizing, and for many of us, it’s a ritual as ingrained…
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Why Daylight Saving Time Messes Us Up—And What Science Says About Fixing It
Twice a year, we go through a collective groan as we either gain or lose an hour of sleep…
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80% Reduction in Cervical Precancers Thanks to the HPV Vaccine (The One RFK Jr. is Suing)
This commentary is a repost from “Sex on Wednesdays” by Martha Kempner on Substack. Find her other articles on The Queen…
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Vaccines are Better Than Broccoli
This commentary is a repost from “Sex on Wednesdays” by Martha Kempner on Substack. Find her other articles on The Queen…
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Woman Nearly Dies Mid-Flight: The Hidden Danger of Flying on Birth Control
For decades, estrogen-containing birth control has been a go-to option for millions of women. It’s convenient, effective, and offers…
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Life Plan Communities: Are They Worth the Investment?
When it comes to planning for the future, housing and healthcare are two of the biggest considerations. For older…
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Are You Full Of Parasites? The Truth Behind The Viral Wellness Trend
If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you might think you’re crawling with parasites. Influencers, alternative health…
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What The Heck? As If Getting Old Wasn’t Bad Enough, Now You Are Losing Your Sense Of Taste And Smell? Why?
As people age, subtle changes in the senses are common, but one of the most frustrating and often overlooked…
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“Slugging”: It Might Be What You Need For Your Dry Skin
Winter’s chilly air, low humidity, and indoor heating systems can strip the skin of its natural moisture. Without proper…
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Measles Outbreak in the U.S.: What You Need to Know and How to Stay Protected
As of February 2025, the U.S. is facing a significant measles outbreak, with Texas and New Mexico seeing the…
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Thinking About Seeing a Chiropractor? Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’ve ever had a nagging backache or felt like your neck was tighter than a rusty hinge, you…
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From Koop to RFK Jr.: The Dangerous Manipulation of Science
C. Everett Koop, the Surgeon General under President Ronald Reagan, was a controversial figure from the moment of his nomination. A pioneering pediatric surgeon, Koop was adamantly anti-abortion. Dr. Koop once said, “How could I ever accept the destruction of the unborn after a career devoted to the repair of imperfect newborns, knowing the joy and fulfillment they brought to their families?”
