Ashley Broadwater

Ashley Broadwater is a freelance writer and future counselor who focuses on health and relationships. Passionate about intersectional body positivity, mental health, and sexual health, she aims to help others have a positive relationship with their bodies, themselves, and other people. Her previous work has been published in POPSUGAR, HuffPost, Men's Health, SHAPE, Yahoo, Well+Good, and many other publications. A graduate of the Hussman School of Journalism and Media at UNC-Chapel Hill, she now lives in the Raleigh area.

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A hound dog sleeping: Meloxicam dosage for dogs

How much meloxicam can I give my dog?

The standard dosage of meloxicam in dogs is 0.02 mg to 5 mg

An alarm clock with two Rx tablets: How long does Adderall withdrawal last?

How long does Adderall withdrawal last?

Depression, fatigue, and sadness can occur during the first hours or days during an Adderall detox

Rxpill bottle: Does Adderall expire?

Does Adderall expire? What you need to know.

Using expired Adderall should be avoided as it loses potentcy over time, making it less effective

Two pills: Can you take ibuprofen and melatonin together?

Can you take ibuprofen and melatonin together?

In general, it is safe to take ibuprofen and melatonin together. Learn why and when this combination may benefit you.

A vaccine syringe: Is Shingrix covered by Medicare?

Is Shingrix covered by Medicare?

Medicare Part D plans typically cover vaccines for preventable diseases, such as shingles

A healthcare provider speaking to a female: Adderall side effects in females

Adderall side effects in females

Adderall side effects that are more common in females include anxiety, nausea, headaches, and painful menstrual cramps, but the drug is generally safe if taken as prescribed

A female doctor advising a female patient: What causes clear discharge?

Health Education

What causes clear discharge? Related conditions and treatments

Clear vaginal discharge is typically normal and healthy unless accompanied by other symptoms

Bottle of eye drops: How long does eyelid eczema last?

Health Education

How long does eyelid dermatitis last?

Ophthalmologists explain eyelid dermatitis and how to treat it

A woman holding her lower abdomen: What causes lower abdominal pain in females not pregnant?

Health Education

Causes of lower abdominal pain in females who aren’t pregnant

While some causes of lower abdominal pain in females resolve on their own, chronic lower abdominal pain requires medical attention

Woman with her hands on her belly: What causes cramps but no period?

Health Education

What causes cramps but no period? Related conditions and treatments

Cramps without a period can be caused by a variety of factors, including reproductive and gastrointestinal issues