Joanna Mandell, M.D., M.S.

From 3000 B.C. to present day, birth control has come a long way. Here's a health history lesson on how it developed into what it is today.

"What I once viewed as a near-death sentence to my love life and identity transformed into a sense of purpose that still guides me today."

Are your heavy periods interfering with your life? Here are steps you can take to tackle the problem, known as menorrhagia.

Noticing blood after sex can be a scary experience, but many causes are minor. Here’s what you should know.

A genital herpes diagnosis can lead to feelings of depression and anxiety — among other struggles. Here’s how to combat the stigma and take care of your mental health.

Some side effects have severe consequences; others are merely annoying. Be aware of all of them.

Herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs), but it can be managed. Here’s what you need to know.

President Trump recently ramped up his promise to get rid of the Affordable Care Act, sometimes called Obamacare. Here’s how women are reacting, according to a new study.

What every parent needs to know about this potentially life-saving shot.

How do you know which IUD will work best for you? Here’s a look at the pros and cons of all five options.