Healthcare for Humans
A Blog by Wingspan Health
Discover more of our articles, lists, and tools to navigate healthcare.
Medical Terminology You've Probably Heard Of
These words are great to know if you ever find yourself in a doctor’s office, hospital, or watching a medical drama on TV.
Quantified Self: Your Health Data Portrait
Keeping track of your health was a subjective task until the “Quantified Self” movement.
50 Complex Medical Terms for Everyday Moments
Medical jargon can be described in a more empathetic way. See our list of healthcare terms translated into everyday people-speak!
What Can You Do if You Can’t Donate Blood?
If you don’t meet the eligibility requirements to donate blood, you’ve come to the right place if you still want to support blood donation.
How Can I Donate Blood Safely in a Pandemic?
The need for blood donations to meet the needs of patient care is constant – even more so during a pandemic!
Why Can’t Gay Men Donate Blood?
If you are a man who has sex with other men, you might not be eligible to donate blood due to a current (and controversial) FDA restriction.
What Does Body Positivity Even Mean?
The Body Positivity Movement began when Health at Every Size was published, a book promoting the idea that everyone should have respect regardless of weight.
5 Body Positivity TikTok Accounts to Follow
“Body Positivity” has been a popular buzzword that we hear in contrast to diet culture buzzwords. Here are 6 TikTok creators promoting body positivity.