Can your partner’s semen affect your vaginal flora?
Semen can temporarily alter the pH level in your vagina, and bacteria are exchanged during sex. A 2025 study showed that bacterial vaginosis was less likely to recur when the partner was also treated. Read what that means for recurring symptoms and when you should seek further evaluation.
Your blood test results are good, but do they tell the whole story?
Your health is built up over the years. A blood test is, in part, a snapshot in time, while past lifestyle choices and metabolism can have long-term effects. Therefore, multiple biomarkers provide a more complete picture.
Could an imbalanced vaginal microbiome be the reason you’re not getting pregnant?
Research has found a link between an imbalance in vaginal flora—such as that seen in bacterial vaginosis—and less favorable outcomes regarding conception and IVF. However, a link does not necessarily imply a cause-and-effect relationship. In this blog, you’ll learn what this means, why bacterial vaginosis often recurs, and when you should seek further evaluation.
Vitamin B11 or B9? Here's the scoop on folate and folic acid
Folate is an essential vitamin for DNA synthesis, cell division, and blood formation. In this blog, you’ll learn why the same vitamin is also called B9 or B11, what the difference is between folate and folic acid, and when serum or erythrocyte folate is the best test.
What's actually in your tampon? (And no, it's not always just cotton...)
Tampons and sanitary pads don’t always contain just cotton; sometimes they also contain viscose, plastic, or perfume. This blog explains what to look for in menstrual products and what you can do if you experience recurring vaginal symptoms.