Setting Goals
Everyone has a goal whether it’s a short term goal or a long term goal. It’s something we want to complete in the present or later on in our life. It doesn’t matter if the goal is something small― all that matters is what we…
When dating violence hits close to home
I have never personally experienced dating violence and I am thankful for that; however I have a friend that has. I have seen the struggles that she has been through and the pain that she has felt while in an abusive relationship. I have watched…
Why I Never Started Smoking
One thing that I remember from my middle school health class is that tobacco addiction is a drug addiction-that’s why quitting is so hard. That stuck with me, as did all of the other horrible facts that I learned about the dangers of tobacco smoke,…
10 Years of Endometriosis : How it has changed my life
10 years ago I went to the doctor, after having weeks of abdominal pain. The doctor could not figure out what was causing my pain, so she asked me to have a Cat Scan. It showed nothing. I went home still in pain and wound…
The Truth About PCOS and Holiday Eating
The holiday season is a time of celebration, family, and food. Many teens, especially those with PCOS, may start to worry about holiday eating habits and putting on extra pounds. But please don’t let these worries distract you from enjoying the holidays with your family…
Staying Safe on Campus
As winter gets closer in New England, the days become shorter and the nights become longer. This means that it gets dark as early as 4:30pm. If you are a college student there are several important safety tips to be aware of especially if you…
Dealing With Academic Pressure
Academic pressure is something that we all deal with. Ever since I was 14, I have known that I wanted to go to a good college and become a doctor. Sometimes the pressure to succeed seems overwhelming. Many teens feel the same pressure. Getting into…
Keeping Ebola in Perspective
It’s almost impossible to turn on your TV or browse the internet without coming across a headline about Ebola. It seems that a panic has spread across the country; a teacher was asked to stay away from school for 21 days after returning from a…
The Importance of Healthy Eating
Healthy eating can be really hard. Many young people would rather grab a bag of chips than an apple. The reason why many teens suffer from a poor diet is because they either don’t have the time to eat right or because most of the…
Introducing Mirtula!
Hi! My name is Mirtula and I am so excited to be a new member of the team at the Center for Young Women’s Health at Boston Children’s Hospital. I attend Boston University where I am currently studying Health Science and minoring in Public Health….