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By Jessica Kates | Aya’de Working in women’s health, I see the physical signs of abuse. I also see the mental and emotional signs - the ones that do not always show up as a bruise. And some of the behavior that concerns me happens right in the exam room. I have seen men insist on coming into the room with a woman in an overbearing, aggressive, controlling way. That concerns me because a woman deserves space to speak freely about her own health, without someone intimidating he

Vaginal infections affect millions of women worldwide, yet many suffer in silence. The shame and embarrassment tied to these common health issues create barriers to seeking help and sharing experiences. This silence can worsen symptoms, delay treatment, and deepen feelings of isolation. It is time to break the stigma and open honest conversations about vaginal infections. I remember being in nursing school in 2003, I was very clean, and practiced safe sex, but I consistently