Candis Y. McDow
Candis Y. McDow is 31 and lives in Atlanta, GA. She is a freelance writer, author, and poet. You can contact Candis via website: candisymcdow.com IG: candisthewriter or email: cmcdow1@gmail.com
Latest by Candis Y. McDow
Black Women Should Get to Decide Whether PrEP Is an Option
Despite Black women’s increased risk for HIV in the U.S., they are not being told about medication to prevent it.
What to Do When You’re SAD for No Apparent Reason
There are many ways to beat seasonal affective disorder before it beats you down.
Practicing Self-Care During the Isolation of the Pandemic
COVID-19 is still spreading—and we’re still isolating and socially distancing. Here are some ways to take care of your mental health during the pandemic.
Coronavirus Has Made All of Us More Aware of Public and Personal Health
It’s safe to say that once this is all over, we’ll all have a better appreciation for public health, those in the public health workforce, and humanity.
Doctor-Prescribed Birth Control Isn’t For Everybody — And That’s OK
Hormonal birth control can cause side effects that are intolerable for many women, whether they are sexually active or not. Candis McDow tells her story.
Using Self-Pleasure as a Way to Get to Know Yourself
Despite masturbation sometimes being considered taboo, the act is an important tool for pleasure and self-love. Here's a guide for those wondering how to discover their own bodies and finally reach the big O.