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Laura K. Grubb, MD, MPH

Medical Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board
Laura K. Grubb, MD, MPH, is a board-certified pediatrician and adolescent medicine specialist. She cares for patients in an urban academic medical center and is active with national organizations focusing on child health, public health, and adolescent health care. In addition, she has been a volunteer with the Amigos de Las Americas organization since 1990—first as a community volunteer and now as a medical advisor.
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A woman pushing a stroller | postpartum depression statistics
Health Education

Postpartum depression stats

PPD occurs within the first year of giving birth and affects 1 in 8 new moms in the U.S.
Negative pregnancy test: Compare signs of PMS vs. early pregnancy
Health Education

Is it PMS or early pregnancy?

We asked OB-GYNs to help us decipher PMS vs. pregnancy symptoms
image of blue and white capsules - Adderall for depression
Drug Info

Adderall for depression

This prescription stimulant isn’t a first-line treatment, but it can help certain patients
A calendar with hearts on five days of the week: What causes spotting before your period?
Health Education

What causes spotting before your period? Related conditions and ...

Spotting is completely normal, but see your healthcare provider if it becomes a pattern
A specimen container: Symptoms of STD in female
Health Education

STD symptoms: What are the early signs of an STD in females?

With so many different types of STDs and STIs, it’s important to communicate all symptoms to a healthcare professional for a prompt diagnosis and early treatment
A female listening to a female physician: What causes watery discharge?
Health Education

What causes watery discharge? Related conditions and treatments

There’s typically no need to worry about watery discharge unless it’s accompanied by symptoms of an infection
Pregnant woman and an ibuprofen tablet - can you take ibuprofen while pregnant
Drug Info

Is ibuprofen safe in pregnancy?

This is what medical experts say about taking this popular pain medication during pregnancy
An expectant mother — can you take zyrtec while pregnant?
Drug Info

Is Zyrtec pregnancy safe?

Here is what to know about taking this popular over-the-counter antihistamine during all three trimesters
An image of folic acid foods: spinach, avocado
Wellness

10 folate-rich foods

This nutrient is essential for health—especially during pregnancy. You can find it in these dietary sources.
group of women - discharge before period
Health Education

Discharge before period 101

Here’s what to expect around that time of the month, and what could be a sign of a problem
Two arms itching — amoxicillin rash
Drug Info

How to identify amoxicillin rash

This common antibiotic can cause skin reactions, but that doesn’t necessarily indicate an allergy
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