Category: Health

Catch up on the latest health legislation, honest discussions about our bodies, and “I Have” essays from women’s personal experiences. Whether mental or physical The Frisky discusses each disease, concern, or condition to encourage open conversation.

All There is to Know about Facial Feminization Surgery

Facial feminization surgery is not often discussed, which can lead to a bit of confusion about what this type of surgery can offer to the patient. The ultimate goal of any plastic surgery is to enhance the natural contours of the patient, in order to achieve cosmetic goals. Facial feminization surgery has the goal of […]

Rejuvenate Your Cells to Feel Younger and Have More Energy

Preserving your youth isn’t just about improving your outer appearance. The most important thing is to maintain the energy to do what you enjoy doing. After all, the inner body dictates the way we truly look and feel. All the effects of aging happen at the cellular level. That means, if you want more energy, […]

Here’s What Your Lady Bits Are Supposed To Smell Like

“Is this normal?” Something they don’t teach in health class is hygiene. Sure, they teach you about the menstrual cycle, but not how that affects your specific smell all month! Most adolescents are self-conscious, scared of sticking out, and too weirded out to discuss those things with teachers and parents. It doesn’t help if you […]

The Soapbox: On The Need For Safe Spaces For Girls Who Develop Early

I started puberty earlier than my peers. Like 23 percent of Black girls and 10 percent of white girls, by about seven-years-old, I was already developing breasts. I remember the day my mother came home from work with a plastic shopping bag in hand. “You’re going to have to start wearing one of these,” she said as […]