Erica Sloan
@ericapaigesloan.bsky.social
senior health writer @self.com
reach me: erica_sloan@condenast.com
reach me: erica_sloan@condenast.com
a story that's really stuck with me since I reported it a couple months back is this one on the pain (not just pressure) some people feel during a c-section:
www.self.com/story/pain-d...
www.self.com/story/pain-d...
Why Do Thousands of Women Feel the Pain of Their C-sections?
Factors like the type of anesthesia used, the circumstances of the procedure, and even medical bias can lead to an excruciating experience.
www.self.com
August 15, 2025 at 1:59 PM
a story that's really stuck with me since I reported it a couple months back is this one on the pain (not just pressure) some people feel during a c-section:
www.self.com/story/pain-d...
www.self.com/story/pain-d...
No time like the present to start sharing bits and pieces here, right? Covered the launch of the first at-home flu vaccine (no shot required) for @self.com this morning: www.self.com/story/flumis...
—exciting news for folks who fear needles or just can't make time to hit the pharmacy or doc office
—exciting news for folks who fear needles or just can't make time to hit the pharmacy or doc office
You Can Now Give Yourself a Flu Vaccine at Home With a Nasal Spray
FluMist Home is officially available to order for the coming season.
www.self.com
August 15, 2025 at 1:35 PM
No time like the present to start sharing bits and pieces here, right? Covered the launch of the first at-home flu vaccine (no shot required) for @self.com this morning: www.self.com/story/flumis...
—exciting news for folks who fear needles or just can't make time to hit the pharmacy or doc office
—exciting news for folks who fear needles or just can't make time to hit the pharmacy or doc office