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Discharge Color Meaning: What's Normal?

Learn what discharge color meaning for your health with our detailed guide. We explore yellow, pink, white, gray, and more discharge colors in our comprehensive guide to vaginal discharge colors.

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SheMD Podcast: Priyanka Jain on the Future of Women's Health and the Vaginal Microbiome

Priyanka Jain, co-founder and CEO of Evvy, recently sat down with the SheMD podcast for a thought-provoking discussion about the future of women’s health.

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UTI vs Chlamydia: How to Tell Them Apart

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) and chlamydia are two common but different infections. Learn more about how to tell if you have a UTI vs chlamydia.

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I’m a Women’s Health Writer With an MPH: Here’s What I Think Sex Ed Should Look Like in 2023

Here's why we deserve comprehensive deserve sex ed throughout our lives, not just in high school.

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Yeast Infection vs Herpes: Key Differences and Information

Explore the differences between yeast infection and herpes, including symptoms, treatment options, and tips for management.

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Anal to Vaginal Infection Risks: Can Anal Sex Affect the Vaginal Microbiome?

We break down the research on anal sex and vaginal infections, and what you can do to have a stress-free experience with backdoor play.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

What's Causing Itching & Irritation "Down There": Your Vagina or Vulva?

Irritation “down there”? It might not be your vagina. Read our article to learn more about how to tell when your discomfort is vaginal vs vulvar.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

The Gut-Vagina Axis: Is There a Relationship Between Your Gut and Your Vaginal Microbiome?

Learn about the gut-vagina axis and how your gut health could affect your vaginal microbiome.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Gut Microbiome: What Is It and Why It Matters

Our Senior Scientist introduces the gut microbiome, explains the causes of gut dysbiosis, and shares tips on keeping the gut microbiome healthy!

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Vaginal Microbiome 101

Is Lactobacillus Iners Helping or Harming Your Microbiome?

Curious about Lactobacillus iners? Find out if this tricky bacteria is helping your vaginal health or contributing to problems.

Vaginal Microbiome 101

A Guide to Vaginal Testing Methods

What are the different vaginal testing types available, what can they tell you, & where do you get them? Learn the pros and cons of the methods used today.

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Why Do We Call the Vagina Everything but “Vagina”?

Why do so few people use the word "vagina" to refer to a vagina? We explore the history and censorship of the word and explain why using the term "vagina" is more important than you'd think.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Is Daily Vaginal Discharge Normal?

What is "normal" discharge and how does it change throughout the month? Explore the role of daily vaginal discharge and what to look for down there.

Sex & Relationships

Fact Check: Is BV a Sign of Cheating?

Explore whether BV is a sign of cheating and learn about vaginal health. Get tips on talking to your partner about vaginal infections.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Fact Check: Can Birth Control Cause BV?

Learn if birth control can cause BV, understand the role of estrogen in the vaginal microbiome, and discover the link between contraceptives and BV frequency.

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Sex & Relationships

Understanding the Risk of Yeast Infections or BV from Oral Sex

Discover if oral sex can lead to a yeast infection or BV, plus understand the link between sex and vaginal health.

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Can My IUD Cause Bacterial Vaginosis or a Yeast Infection?

Are IUDs an effective birth control method, and do they impact the vaginal microbiome or increase the risk of infections like BV or yeast infections?

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Spotlight on Evvy's Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer: How Pita's Upbringing Inspired Her to Want to Reinvent The Way We Approach Vaginal Health

Hear from Pita, Evvy's Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer, on how her family and experiences growing up in Mexico shaped her worldview and inspired her to revolutionize vaginal healthcare

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Probiotics for Vaginal Health: Are They Really Good for You?

Curious about taking probiotics for vaginal health? Find out how they can help with BV and yeast infections, and see if they're right for you.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Can Men Get BV? Understanding the Facts

Discover if men can get Bacterial Vaginosis (BV), the role of men in passing BV bacteria, and the options for partner treatment and testing.

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Your Guide to Vaginal Odors aka "Why Does My Vagina Smell Like..."

Ever wondered what does it mean if my vagina smells like (fish, rotting meat, onions, bleach, metal, etc.)? Our guide covers the most common odors and the vaginal conditions they're associated with.

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Should You Use Boric Acid Suppositories for BV and Yeast Infections?

Learn more about boric acid suppositories for BV and yeast infections with our guide.

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How to Talk to Your Doctor About Vaginal Infections

Dr. Diana Currie, a practicing OB-GYN for over 20 years and one of Evvy’s incredible medical advisors, shares her advice on the best way to talk to your doctor about vaginal infections.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

How to Test for a Yeast Infection

Think you might have a yeast infection or have a yeast infection that keeps coming back? Read our expert step-by-step guide to yeast infection testing.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Yeast Infection vs UTI: Key Differences and Information

Explore the differences between yeast infections and UTIs to better understand your symptoms and get the right treatment.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Mycoplasma & Vaginal Infections: Does One Cause the Other?

Evvy's Senior Scientist explains what Mycoplasma is and answers some of the most common questions about it circulating online.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Can You Test Negative for BV and Still Have It?

Wondering why you have BV symptoms but negative tests? Dr. Krystal Thomas White explains possible reasons and next steps for accurate treatment.

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What's Causing Itching & Irritation "Down There": Your Vagina or Vulva?

The Gut-Vagina Axis: Is There a Relationship Between Your Gut and Your Vaginal Microbiome?

Gut Microbiome: What Is It and Why It Matters

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Why Do We Call the Vagina Everything but “Vagina”?

Is Daily Vaginal Discharge Normal?

Fact Check: Is BV a Sign of Cheating?

Fact Check: Can Birth Control Cause BV?

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Spotlight on Evvy's Co-Founder and Chief Science Officer: How Pita's Upbringing Inspired Her to Want to Reinvent The Way We Approach Vaginal Health

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Can Men Get BV? Understanding the Facts

Your Guide to Vaginal Odors aka "Why Does My Vagina Smell Like..."

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Yeast Infection vs UTI: Key Differences and Information

Mycoplasma & Vaginal Infections: Does One Cause the Other?

Can You Test Negative for BV and Still Have It?

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