If you’re sexually active, you may wonder which sexually transmitted infections (STIs) you should be tested for and how doctors diagnose them. Many STIs don’t cause obvious symptoms, so testing is the only reliable way to know your status and protect your health. At Elevier Women’s Center, we offer no-cost pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, and
Every woman has struggled to see herself in a positive light at times. With culture’s unrealistic goals for women and what women’s bodies should look like, it can be easy to fall into low self-esteem and a negative view of your body. Brush off the world’s standard of beauty, remember your worth, and eliminate negative
Pregnancy is a highly monitored health condition, and ultrasound ensures each woman knows the status of her pregnancy with confidence. Regardless of what pregnancy option you’re considering, it’s essential to understand what’s happening inside your body, and that begins with an ultrasound. While a pregnancy test can indicate that you’re pregnant, an ultrasound provides essential
The abortion pill (also referred to as a “medical abortion”) and Plan B often get mistaken for each other, but in reality, they are very different. The abortion pill method terminates an existing pregnancy. Plan B (also referred to as the “morning-after pill”) is taken to prevent a pregnancy. Let’s take a closer look at
Do you struggle with body image? Many women and men do, and in the world of social media and comparison, our expectations of our own bodies are often based on these unrealistic high standards. While staying healthy is important, the way you view your body often reflects the expectations you put on yourself. Extend kindness
Many sexually active people may have STDs/STIs and don’t know it because they don’t always come with visible symptoms. These infections can cause serious health complications if left untreated. To be sure of your sexual health, begin with STD/STI testing to get the clarity you need. Regular STD/STI testing is important to go about even
Overwhelmed by what’s ahead as you navigate an unexpected pregnancy? Take a deep breath, do your best to take each step at a time, and find the support you need. After receiving a positive pregnancy test, some steps to take include lab-quality pregnancy testing, receiving an ultrasound, and being informed about all your pregnancy options.
An ultrasound can be scheduled typically between 6 and 8 weeks of gestation, but it simply depends on your provider. At Elevier Women’s Center, we offer no-cost limited obstetrical ultrasounds performed by a medical professional and read by an OB/GYN. Why Ultrasounds Matter Once you receive a positive pregnancy test, an ultrasound is important to
There are both serious and common side effects, along with risks to know about before proceeding with a medical abortion, also known as the abortion pill. It consists of taking mifepristone and misoprostol to terminate an existing pregnancy. How Does the Abortion Pill Work? There are two drugs involved in the abortion pill process (medical
Think you may have an STI, sexually transmitted infection? We know this time can seem overwhelming and nerve-racking. You are not alone in this. At Elevier Women’s Center, we’re here to help you get answers with free and confidential STI testing. What Are STIs? They are spread through sex or sexual activity by a person