Resources for staying well, either at home or on-the-go.

You wake up, look in the mirror, and one eye is red, crusty, and goopy. Maybe both. The first thought is usually: great, I have pink eye — where do I get the drops? Here’s the part most people don’t hear: more than 90% of adult pink eye cases are viral or allergic, not bacterial — meaning […]

If you’ve been seeing the term “doxy-PEP” in the news, on dating apps, or in conversations with friends, you’re not imagining it — this is one of the biggest shifts in sexual health prevention in years. The CDC formally recommended doxy-PEP for the first time in June 2024, and it’s rapidly becoming a standard option […]

Your throat is on fire. Swallowing feels like razor blades. You’re wondering if you should muscle through the day or find somewhere to get tested — and whether you need antibiotics or just need to ride this out. Here’s the upfront truth about strep throat vs. cold: most sore throats are viral, not strep. Even […]