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Sexual Health

Is Gender Reassignment Surgery Covered by Health Insurance?

The services and procedures to reaffirm one’s gender can be expensive when paying out-of-pocket, and many states do not yet explicitly mandate such coverage. Some private health plans offer coverage of gender reassignment but are dependent on meeting strict criteria.

Ashley Brooks03 Sep 2021
Sexual Health

How Much Does Plan B (Morning After Pill) Cost Without Insurance in 2021?

For brand-name Plan B, you can expect to pay close to $50 but should be taken shortly after unprotected sex to be effective. Other generic forms of Plan B exist at a cheaper cost, and many family clinics and health insurance plans cover the cost of emergency contraception or at discounted rates.

Ashley Brooks15 Sep 2021
Insights

What Are the Health Benefits of Using CBD?

There are many benefits to using CBD, including pain relief, reducing anxiety, and even relieving epilepsy. Although there are many benefits to taking CBD, there are also associated risks and side effects if you are currently taking prescription medications.

Talor Bianchini08 Sep 2021
Prescriptions

Descovy vs. Truvada: What's the Difference?

The difference between Descovy and Truvada is that Descovy contains a newer form of tenofovir while Truvada contains the original form of tenofovir. Compared to Descovy, Truvada has been shown to have more adverse effects on kidney function and bone density.

Alexis Bryan13 Sep 2021
Tips

How To Strengthen Your Pelvic Floor?

Your pelvic floor is the group of muscles found in the floor or base of your pelvis that supports pelvic organs. If this group of muscles is not strong, you may experience issues such as a lack of bladder control, or incontinence. In order to strengthen your pelvic floor, you should consider consulting with a physical therapist and performing daily exercises.

Madeline Hlobik02 Sep 2021
Tips

How Much Does Therapy Cost Without Insurance in 2021?

On average, a therapy session costs between $60 to $120 for an hour-long session for those who do not have health insurance.

Madeline Hlobik04 Oct 2021
COVID-19

Is the COVID-19 Vaccine Effective Against the Delta Variant?

More infectious strains, like the Delta variant, pose a threat to protection from the currently approved vaccines. At this time, vaccines are working. COVID-19 vaccination prevents severe illness, hospitalization, and death from the SARS-CoV-2 virus, but breakthrough cases are expected.

Alexis Bryan02 Sep 2021
Insights

How To Find an LGBTQ+ Friendly Doctor

To create a safe and welcoming space, physicians must acquire the training and knowledge regarding special considerations for LGBTQ+. Many local and online resources exist to enable members of the LGBTQ+ community to find comprehensive care without fear of adverse consequences.

Ashley Brooks02 Sep 2021
Prescriptions

How Much Does Omeprazole Cost Without Insurance in 2021?

Without insurance, omeprazole costs between $8 and $110 without insurance or any discounts.

Ashley Brooks21 Sep 2021
Health Insurance

Is It Mandatory To Have Health Insurance in 2022?

There is no federal penalty for not having health insurance in 2022, but four states and D.C. will impose a tax penalty on those who do not. Since 2019, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has not had an individual mandate penalty for those who are uninsured, and this will remain the case in 2022.

Alexis Bryan02 Sep 2021
Sexual Health

Can Men Get UTIs?

While UTIs are more common in women, men can get them as well. Men most commonly get urethritis, an infection of the urethra. UTIs' signs and symptoms display themselves differently in men than women, so it's important to know what to look out for.

Talor Bianchini02 Sep 2021
Prescriptions

What’s the Difference Between Generic vs. Brand Name Prescription Drugs?

Brand name prescription drugs are sold by drug companies with a specific name and are patented. After the brand name prescription is made, similar generic prescription drugs can be created with the same active ingredient as the brand name drug. However, the key difference between these two drugs is that generic prescription drugs will cost much less than brand-name drugs.

Madeline Hlobik16 Sep 2021
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