[ad_1] It’s hard to know what the best useful gifts for your loved ones are, especially if they have unswervingly utilitarian tastes, or tell you they just don’t want more stuff. That’s why giving them a gift they’ll actually use is wise. Ideally, this means finding a thoughtful, creative present that isn’t merely decorative, doesn’t add clutter, and … Read more
[ad_1] When was the last time you were screened for STIs? If the answer that just popped into your head is “pre-COVID,” it might be time to make an appointment. Recent data shows reported cases of sexually transmitted infections jumped significantly after the pandemic hit, so if you’re sexually active, it’s a good time to check … Read more
[ad_1] There are a few occasions when a quick cup of coffee might come in handy. For the days when your schedule is so packed that you don’t have time to wait for your French press java to steep or drip coffee to, well, drip. For the weekend camping trips where you can’t exactly bring along your pricey espresso … Read more
[ad_1] Last year at SELF we published our inaugural Outdoor Awards with the goal of encouraging everyone to get a little more outside, a little more often. Whether that means committing to a weekly walk around the block or a three-day car-camping trip, spending time outdoors is good for you, as SELF previously reported, and perhaps even … Read more
[ad_1] Chelsea Kyle. Prop styling by Kalen Kaminski at Apostrophe. Hiking and Camping Essentials The Best Tent for Beginners: Six Moon Haven Ultralight Tent Both lightweight and roomy, this tarp tent from Six Moon Haven provides lots of headroom, has a waterproof canopy, and is extremely easy to set up—according to the brand, you can … Read more
[ad_1] Most Americans don’t know that human papillomavirus (HPV) can cause multiple types of cancer beyond cervical cancer, according to a new survey from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The survey, which is being presented at a conference by the American Association for Cancer Research, showed that in 2020 fewer than 30% of people understood that … Read more
[ad_1] Spring never comes soon enough for me. After months of being cooped up indoors and finishing my workday in darkness, the warmer, longer, brighter days make me feel like a sparkly new person. As a kid, I spent countless hours swimming and floating in the lake by our summer rental cottage until my fingertips … Read more
[ad_1] As Mother’s Day draws near, our thoughts gravitate towards the women who have played such an integral role in our lives. The most important person in the world, she doesn’t come in a one-size-fits-all package: Mom is always unique. It’s for this reason that we celebrate the diversity of moms and mother figures everywhere … Read more
[ad_1] Megan Thee Stallion opened up about experiencing gun violence firsthand, the online harassment she faced as a result, and the lasting trauma that the shooting and its aftermath caused her in a new essay for Elle magazine published on Tuesday. The 28-year-old rapper used her personal experience to call attention to the ways race complicates victimhood, advocating … Read more
[ad_1] I love being the friend who hosts dinners and throws parties, and while it’s totally chill for folks to show up empty-handed, it’s always nice to get a little something-something in return. The best host gifts I’ve received (and given) are useful, unexpected, and can be put to use right away—but it’s even better … Read more