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Vagina, vulva, ‘lady parts’, ‘womanhood’, whatever you like to call it- the female genitalia is indeed a source of wonder. However, our society is still characterized by a certain reluctance to talk about things as intimate, leading to several misconceptions and myths.

We all have fond memories of our childhood. My best ones though, come with a pinch of salt. Because as I was growing up, I was constantly mocked and teased by my relatives and teachers about how short I was. Every time I topped my class, or when I was chosen...

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is a condition that impacts women’s hormone levels, and their period cycle. ‘Polycystic’ means multiple cysts. In this condition, a woman develops cysts in her ovaries, which in turn affects her hormonal balance, and can cause irregular periods.

Gender roles have been around for centuries. A quick look back at the history of civilization shows us that traditionally, men have been the fixers of the world and women, the nurturers. And while there have been exceptions to this standard pattern...

Our bodies are truly fascinating - while we look out for external sources to enhance our sexual pleasure, little do we know that it’s our own body that can do so much more! Let’s cut to the chase. In case you’ve used a hand mirror or even examined your genital area...

There are more than 2 million people in India infected with the HIV virus, according to a 2018 UNAIDS report. About 88,000 people are infected by HIV every year and about 69,000 people die every year from AIDS-related diseases.