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Ashley Abramson

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Ashley Abramson is a freelancer journalist based in Minneapolis. Her work frequently covers the intersection of health, parenting, and culture and she has been published in The Cut, Washington Post, New York Times, and LongReads. To read more of her writing, check out her website, ashleyabramson.com.

UNDER PRESSURE

How Much Should You Actually Care About Your Cortisol Levels?

For starters, stressing about stress is never a good thing (thanks, TikTok). But take it from endocrinologists.
DON'T SWEAT IT

How to Tell If You’re Having Hot Flashes From Menopause

Plus, doctors’ tips for finding relief from your symptoms.

Everything to Know About Metastatic Breast Cancer

A diagnosis of metastatic cancer is serious, but patients have more options than ever.
Body & Mind

A Comprehensive Guide to Every Type of Migraine

Here's how to tell them apart.
My Way to Well

7 Myths About Psoriasis, Straight from People Who Have It

We're busting stigmas today.
INTENSE

Everything You Need to Know About Body Branding

This procedure is not for the faint of heart — and there are some real risks involved.
My Way to Well

Why Your Psoriasis Treatment Regimen Should Include Mental Health Care

Including self-care — and therapy, if you have access — can be incredibly helpful, according to experts. Here’s what to know.
MASK UP

Where to Buy KN95 Masks to Protect Against New Covid-19 Variants

Plus, what to know about the new CDC guidelines for vaccinated people.
Flu Season

What "Flurona" Means for This Year's Mid-Pandemic Flu Season

With the latest COVID-19 variant proving especially contagious during this flu season, there's a lot we should be doing to help stop the spread of both.
Thank You Notes

Thank You, Reema Khalid, for Uprooting Your Life to Serve During the Pandemic

#NursesofTikTok became a very popular hashtag on the platform during quarantine, as hundreds of medical professionals flooded social media with their frustrating and tragic personal experiences treating COVID-19 patients. Many were traveling nurses, like Reema Khalid, who migrated to other cities to volunteer their services, even if it meant possibly never seeing their own families again.
Body & Mind

How Biologics Changed One Psoriasis Patient’s Life

Psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory disease that causes plaque on the skin, can also impact mental health. Here’s how biologics medication helped one patient cope.
Body & Mind

The Injectable Psoriasis Treatment You Probably Didn’t Know About

Here’s everything you need to know about biologics.

An Allure Reader Shares How Viviscal’s Hair Growth Supplement Transformed Her Hair

Shedding hair is normal, but a number of factors contribute to excess shedding. Viviscal, a hair-growth supplement, can help strengthen and nourish thinning hair. We asked one of our readers to share her experience.
Body & Mind

5 of The Most Common Migraine Triggers

Migraine is thought to be a genetic disorder, but certain triggers can cause migraine episodes – here’s what you need to know about what causes migraines.
MAN, IT'S A HOT ONE

How to Stay Safe During This Week's Heat Wave

You will likely need to replace fluids with more than just water alone.
Body & Mind

What It’s Like to Live With Hidradenitis Suppurativa

An HS patient shares her 10-year journey with the chronic skin condition, including struggling with her first symptoms and finding a supportive community.
BURNING QUESTIONS

Why You May Have Gotten Your First Case of Jock Itch Recently

The delights of spending more time at home appear to be never-ending.

Here’s When Doctors Think We’ll Stop Wearing Face Masks

Plus, what you need to know about masking after getting vaccinated.
Help for HS

Is Hidradenitis Suppurativa Contagious? Here’s What You Need to Know

Experts share whether the chronic skin condition is contagious, along with how to help prevent flare-ups or minimize their severity. 
INDOOR HOBBIES

19 Pretty Puzzles That’ll Keep You Busy This Winter

From fairly easy to super challenging, you’ll actually want to stay inside to work on these.