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LGBTQ+ Community’s Greater Risks for Chronic Health Conditions
By Kerry-Ann Kelly, M.D., M.P.H., Board Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist; Medical Director of Innovation & Health Equity, Simple HealthKit For the LGBTQ+ population, discrimination goes beyond the abuse and exclusion they experience in their jobs, schools...
Diabetes is on the Rise. Here’s Why Younger People Should Get Tested.
With over 31 million Americans diagnosed with diabetes and many more undiagnosed, diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions in the United States. Testing for diabetes is crucial for everyone but can be particularly useful for younger people. The number of...
Common Myths About At-Home Diagnostic Testing Debunked
At-home testing has increased in popularity over the last few years, providing a convenient and affordable way to monitor health changes without the hassle of a doctor’s appointment. But as these tests have become more widespread, many questions have emerged about...
Top Three Reasons to Test HbA1c Levels At Home For Diabetes
Hemoglobin A1c, or HbA1c, is a blood test that shows your average blood sugar level over the past two to three months. The test can be used to diagnose type 2 diabetes and to identify people at risk for prediabetes, a condition that may not present obvious symptoms....
Key Considerations When Evaluating The Quality of An At-Home Testing Partner
Simple HealthKit’s Head of Quality and Regulatory, Michael Gomez, unpacked why all companies, especially startups need to prioritize the quality and regulatory of laboratory-developed tests (LDTs) in a recent MedCityNews article. Today, most at-home lab tests...
STIs are a Leading Cause of Infertility – What You Need to Know
By Kerry-Ann Kelly, M.D., M.P.H., Board Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist; Medical Director of Innovation & Health Equity, Simple HealthKit Infertility Awareness Week is April 23-29, 2023 – its purpose is to enhance public understanding that infertility...
Minority Health Month: Simple HealthKit Addressing Health Disparities, Taking Lead
April is Minority Health Month, when we recognize and address the health disparities among racial and ethnic minorities in our country. This yearly observance serves as a reminder of the urgent need to address the health issues that affect these communities and take...
Shattering the Glass Ceiling: Honoring Women in STEM for Women’s History Month
Throughout history, women have made many extraordinary contributions to the field of science, and we couldn’t let Women’s History Month end without taking time to acknowledge and honor these achievements. Despite the many systemic hurdles that have made pursuing a...
Spring Break: Know the Risks of Unprotected Fun and Protect Your Sexual Health
There’s a hush-hush taboo around sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), but let’s be honest—stuff happens. Being empowered to take control of your sexual wellness is important at all times of the year, especially since the spring break season is in full swing and the...
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