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Navigating Midwifery Care in Ontario
While midwifery care has been practiced on this land for as long as there have been pregnant people, midwifery care has only been a part of

Cheyenne Scarlett
Jan 25, 20249 min read


Rapunzel’s Beauty Secret - Fact or Fiction?: A deep dive into supplements for healthier hair
Down the aisles at Costco, or in an Instagram post from a celebrity, you have probably seen them…the gummies promising healthier hair.

Carly Cihosky
Jan 13, 202412 min read


BRCA1 and 2: What are they and why are we talking about them?
BRCA1 and BRCA2, you may have heard these letters thrown around in discussions about breast cancer and some other types of cancer.

Carly Cihosky
Oct 2, 20236 min read


How to establish care with a Primary Care Provider or visit a walk-in clinic in Ontario
It can be overwhelming trying to navigate the healthcare system, especially when you are struggling with a new or old health problem.

Carly Cihosky
Jan 8, 20237 min read


What to look for when selecting a primary care provider or walk-in clinic
Finding a primary care provider (PCP) or walk-in clinic can be an overwhelming experience. Primary care services represent your entry...

Kyra Keer
Jan 8, 20234 min read


How to write an informed review of a primary care provider
Reviews are a great way to inform a health care professional on what they’re doing well and on where they may need improvement.
Clara MacKinnon
Jan 8, 20234 min read


The Truth about Crisis Pregnancy Centres
CPCs are anti-abortion clinics that dissuade pregnant folks from getting an abortion, and often provide inaccurate information.

Brittany Pompilii
Nov 17, 20225 min read


Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a severe version of “winter blues”, aka depression that coincides with changing seasons.

Emily Clark
Nov 6, 20227 min read


Why Misinformation Thrives on Social Media
The rise of social media platforms has reprogrammed the way we access and interact with new information.

Kyra Keer
Apr 30, 202213 min read


An Introduction to Sex Toys
Sex toys are items designed to enhance your sexual experiences by stimulating one or more erogenous zones.

Carly Cihosky
Apr 16, 20227 min read


An Overview of Vaginal Discharge
Vaginal discharge is a positive sign that the vagina is doing its thing!

Han Wellings
Apr 11, 20224 min read


Help, my period is missing!
In this article, we will learn about Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (FHA), a condition where your period disappears due to chronic stres

Carly Cihosky
Feb 7, 202212 min read


What causes cystic acne?
Despite the myth that acne only occurs during puberty, acne is a common skin condition that can affect anyone at any age. Acne can be...

Brittany Pompilii
Jan 2, 20227 min read


What is Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder?
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) can be thought of as ‘severe PMS’ because they share a lot of the same symptoms.

Kyra Keer
Dec 5, 20218 min read


What is bacterial vaginosis?
In this blog post, missINFORMED covers a condition called bacterial vaginosis.

Carly Cihosky
Nov 16, 202110 min read


Managing Your PMS
PMS is a cyclical condition with symptoms arising during the luteal phase and ceasing within the first couple of days after menstruation.

Han Wellings
Oct 21, 20217 min read


Do Antidepressants Impact Sexual Function?
There is no one-size-fits-all definition of sexual function, but it is important that you identify your normal before taking antidepressants

Kyra Keer
Oct 3, 20215 min read


What are Canadian vaccine passports?
A COVID-19 vaccine passport (or vaccine certification, or proof of vaccination) is a digital or paper document you can obtain after...

the missINFORMED Team
Sep 12, 20213 min read


Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Content warning: This post contains information regarding pelvic floor dysfunction and pelvic pain. If these subjects are upsetting for...

Emily Clark
Jul 6, 202110 min read


What is SPF? An Overview about Sun Protection
How many times in your life have you been told, “make sure you wear sunscreen”?

Brittany Pompilii
Jul 5, 20218 min read
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