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Treating male partners decreases BV recurrence, new study reveals.

New Research Challenges How We Treat BV—Here’s What You Should Know

A landmark study may finally change the way BV is treated. The study provides strong evidence that BV is sexually transmitted and that treating male partners dramatically reduces recurrence in women—confirming what many researchers have long suspected.

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My Vaginal Microbiome Is Fine. What Else Could It Be?

Struggling with unresolved vaginal symptoms despite normal test results? Learn what to consider next when your Evvy Vaginal Microbiome Test comes back healthy.

Fertility Supplements That Really Work

For both men and women trying to conceive, several supplements are often recommended to support fertility, including folic acid, Vitamin D, and CoQ10. Here's what you need to know.

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Meet Evvy's Vaginal Health Coaches

Every Evvy test comes with a free 1:1 call with one of our certified health coaches. Learn more about Evvy's amazing coaching team here!

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Fact Check: Is a Yeast Infection an STD?

Uncover the subtle (and not-so-subtle) differences between yeast infections vs STDs and what to do next.

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Discharge Color Meaning: What's Normal?

Learn what discharge color meaning for your health with our detailed guide. We explore yellow, pink, white, gray, and more discharge colors in our comprehensive guide to vaginal discharge colors.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

How to Test for STDs at Home: A Complete Guide

Learn everything about at-home STD tests, from where to get them to how to use them and what to do after getting your results.

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Chlamydia vs Gonorrhea: Key Differences and Information

Uncover the crucial differences between chlamydia and gonorrhea, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.

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Stories & Culture

How r/Healthyhooha Became One of the Biggest Online Communities in Vaginal Health

Read our interview with the founder and current moderator of the well known Reddit vaginal health community, r/Healthyhooha.

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Free download: Evvy's Vaginal Symptoms Tracker

Keep detailed tabs on your vaginal symptoms and correlating behaviors and treatments with our easy-to-use vaginal symptoms tracker spreadsheet.

Evvy Vaginal Health Test + Expanded PCR Panel

Vaginal Microbiome 101

What Does Evvy's PCR Panel Test For?

Learn what Evvy's PCR panel tests for, including STIs, antibiotic resistance, and common microbes. Get results in 1-3 days.

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Vaginal Microbiome 101

What Is Trichomoniasis? Symptoms and Treatment

Learn about causes, symptoms, and treatments for trichomoniasis.

Microscopic image of Neisseria gonorrhoeae, the bacteria behind the STI gonorrhea

Vaginal Microbiome 101

What is Neisseria Gonorrhoeae?

Explore the symptoms, causes, and treatments for Neisseria gonorrhoeae, a prevalent STI. Get informed with our comprehensive guide.

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Vaginal Microbiome 101

Mycoplasma Genitalium: Symptoms & Treatment

What is mycoplasma genitalium? Understand the symptoms, testing, and treatment options for this STI and find out how to manage it effectively.

Microscopic image of Chlamydia trachomatis, the bacteria behind the STI chlamydia.

Vaginal Microbiome 101

What Is Chlamydia Trachomatis?

Learn about Chlamydia trachomatis, the bacteria causing chlamydia. Discover its causes, symptoms, and treatment options to stay informed.

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

How to Use & Insert Vaginal Suppositories the Right Way

New to vaginal suppositories? Learn how to use them safely and insert them confidently with our easy-to-follow guide.

Vaginal Microbiome 101

Understanding Gardnerella Vaginalis

Explore key insights about Gardnerella Vaginalis, its implications for vaginal health and bacterial vaginosis, and effective management strategies.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

What is Pelvic Floor Therapy?

What is pelvic floor therapy for? Pelvic Floor Therapist Caitlyn Tivy explains the basics and its role in your vaginal health care.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Benefits of Pelvic Floor Therapy: Can it Help Vaginal Infections?

Learn about the benefits of pelvic floor therapy during pregnancy and how it can be helpful physical therapy for those with persistent vaginal infections.

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Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Is There a Link Between Endometriosis and the Vaginal Microbiome?

We review the existing research on how endometriosis and the vaginal microbiome may be linked, and what it could mean for the health of people with vaginas.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

How Lactobacillus Gasseri Can Benefit Your Vaginal Health

Learn everything you need to know about Lactobacillus gasseri and its benefits, a hardworking cousin of the protective bacteria L. crispatus.

Fertility & Pregnancy

Ask a Fertility Doctor: IVF and the Vaginal Microbiome

Watch Evvy's Chief Science Officer, Pita Navarro, and Dr. Lynn Westphal, M.D., FACOG, Chief Medical Officer at Kindbody in conversation about IVF and the vaginal microbiome.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

Can I Get a Vaginal Infection During Pregnancy?

Is it still possible to get a vaginal infection when you’re pregnant? Learn about common infections and safe treatment options for expecting moms.

Fertility & Pregnancy

The Vaginal Microbiome and Infertility Treatments

A beginner's guide to the most common fertility treatments available — from medication to surgery, to IVF — to help you better understand your options.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

The Different Stages of Interstitial Cystitis Explained

Discover the stages of interstitial cystitis, its symptoms, and available treatments, along with insights on its connection to the vaginal microbiome.

Vaginal & Hormonal Health

A Guide to Yeast Infection Treatment Options

Yeast infection treatment options include prescription, OTC, and at-home remedies. Learn how to treat Candida infections effectively.

Stories & Culture

The Danger of The Western Obsession With The “Perfect” Vagina

We unpack the cultural obsession with “clean” and “perfect” vaginas, breaking down myths and promoting a healthy perspective.

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Discharge Color Meaning: What's Normal?

How to Test for STDs at Home: A Complete Guide

Chlamydia vs Gonorrhea: Key Differences and Information

How r/Healthyhooha Became One of the Biggest Online Communities in Vaginal Health

Free download: Evvy's Vaginal Symptoms Tracker

What Does Evvy's PCR Panel Test For?

What Is Trichomoniasis? Symptoms and Treatment

What is Neisseria Gonorrhoeae?

Mycoplasma Genitalium: Symptoms & Treatment

What Is Chlamydia Trachomatis?

How to Use & Insert Vaginal Suppositories the Right Way

Understanding Gardnerella Vaginalis

What is Pelvic Floor Therapy?

Benefits of Pelvic Floor Therapy: Can it Help Vaginal Infections?

Is There a Link Between Endometriosis and the Vaginal Microbiome?

How Lactobacillus Gasseri Can Benefit Your Vaginal Health

Ask a Fertility Doctor: IVF and the Vaginal Microbiome

Can I Get a Vaginal Infection During Pregnancy?

The Vaginal Microbiome and Infertility Treatments

The Different Stages of Interstitial Cystitis Explained

A Guide to Yeast Infection Treatment Options

The Danger of The Western Obsession With The “Perfect” Vagina

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