Public Health

Womxn’s health and wellness remain critical topics in public health discussions. Despite advances in medicine and policy, many womxn still face unique challenges in accessing care that respects their needs and experiences. Matriarchal societies, where womxn hold central roles in leadership and decision-making, offer valuable insights into how health and wellness can be better supported. This post explores how matriarchy addresses womxn’s health and wellness, drawing on exampl

What does it really mean to be well? For womxn juggling careers, relationships, families, and everything in between, wellness can feel like a moving target. But true well-being isn't just about hitting the gym or eating your greens; it's multidimensional, and that's where most people go wrong. The 8 Dimensions of Wellness framework offers a complete picture of what a balanced, fulfilling life looks like. The 8 Dimensions: and How to Nurture Each One 1. Physical Wellness: Your

What are screens actually doing to our bodies and minds?

I don't know about you, but...I am feeling angry. I feel anger about the fact that women's health has been so neglected. I feel anger about the fact that we live in a world where violence and misogyny are normalized to the point where every womxn I know has a story about it. Anger can feel immobilizing and overwhelming, especially since womxn are taught to suppress that side of ourselves. But what do we do with our anger, and how do we use it for good? Anger is a natural emot

Three simple strategies to overcome functional freeze.

If you are anything like me, you have dabbled in the world of alcoholic beverages. Alcohol is so normalized after all. Even knowing what I know now about the health risks, I still have a drink now and then. But how much alcohol is okay to consume? For womxn, moderate alcohol use is generally defined as up to one standard drink per day (for example, a 5-oz glass of wine, 12-oz beer, or 1.5-oz of spirits). Binge drinking is typically four or more drinks within about two hours,

Women continue to have worse health outcomes than their male counterparts, and the healthcare system is partly responsible. Why is Women’s Health Research So Behind Men’s? According to the KFF Women's Health survey, nearly 50% of women have reported that they have had a negative interaction or experience with a healthcare provider. My own experience as a woman of color reflects that as well. The doctor's office has never been a place I've felt seen or heard. I have always fe

The Intersectionality Wheel of Power Intersectionality and Its Role in Health and Wellness: If you truly want to understand the systemic factors that affect the health of a nation, you must first understand intersectionality. Intersectionality is a framework that helps us understand how different aspects of a person’s identity (such as gender, race, class, sexuality, ability, and age) interact to shape their life experiences. Coined by legal scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw, the ter

Your health is affected by more than just diet and exercise. Check out this article to learn more about The Social Determinants of Health.