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STDs/STIs
A Rare but Dangerous Complication of Syphilis: Meningitis
By Shannon Jordan
To prevent serious problems from this STD, early treatment and frequent testing are essential.
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Reproductive Health
All Hormonal Birth Control Slightly Raises Breast Cancer Risk
By María Cristina Lalonde
Researchers say the increase is slight and should not impact your use of contraceptives.
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Cancer
Family History of Prostate Cancer Linked to Higher Chance of Survival
By María Cristina Lalonde
Researchers believe more awareness of risk could lead to earlier diagnosis and better outcomes.
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Dating and Relationships
Say More With Your First Message on Dating Apps
By Demeter DeLune
Go beyond the dreaded standalone, 'Hi,' by asking questions and showing you're interested.

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Cancer
Do Breast Implants Cause Cancer?
By Allison Flynn Becker

The rate of anaplastic large-cell lymphoma may be higher than previously thought, study finds.

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Sex
What Happens If I Get Sperm/Semen In My Eye?
By Lo Styx

Don't panic, here's what to do if you happen to get semen in your eye.

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Sex
Why Does My Libido Fluctuate So Much?
By Mira Miller

Why do we sometimes feel hot, and why do we sometimes not?

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Physical Health
Science Explains Why Working Out Gets You So Worked Up
By Ashley Mateo

Hitting the gym can absolutely make you horny—mostly due to exercise-induced hormones.

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Chronic Conditions
The Relationship Between Blood Thinners and Erectile Dysfunction
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Sex
What Should You Know About Dry Humping?
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Reproductive Health
CDC Updates Pain Management Guidelines for IUD Insertion and Removal
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STDs/STIs
FDA Approves First At-Home Test to Diagnose a Syphilis Infection
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Physical Health
Men in the U.S. Are Dying Nearly Six Years Before Women
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Dating and Relationships
What Is a Karmic Soulmate—and Can Karmic Relationships Last?
By Gabi Conti
Oddly, a karmic experience can be a frustrating, addictive and emotional roller coaster.
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Vaginal Health
Getting to Know Your Vulva
By Hannah Shewan Stevens
Protecting the health of this organ is crucial, but it might not be where you think it is.
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Fertility
Back to Basics With Semen: What It Does and How It Looks
By Kurtis Bright
Here are the essentials about the fluid that is a crucial part of the male fertility process.
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Penis and Testicle Health
What to Expect From a Bilateral Orchiectomy
By David Hopper
Having both testes removed is done mainly for gender affirmation or advanced prostate cancer.
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Mental Health
The Signs and Effects of Chronic Stress
By Ella Dorval Hall
Some pressure can be good, but when it's not, it can have a significant impact on your health.
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STDs/STIs
Swiping Right to Track Sexually Transmitted Infections
By Kate Daniel
Public health nurses are successfully using dating apps to find people who may have STIs.
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Menstruation
Why Do My Teeth Hurt Before My Period?
By Alisa Williams
Tooth and gum discomfort before your period may be a sign of menstruation gingivitis.
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STDs/STIs
Get the Lowdown on Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
By Xenia E.
Find out the signs and symptoms of this infection, and how it's diagnosed and prevented.
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Cancer
Legislation Prioritizes Prostate Cancer Care for Veterans
By Lauren Dodd
Congress creates a pathway to streamlined treatment for those who served, effective in 2023.
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Chronic Conditions
Recognize the Signs and Symptoms of Kidney Disease
By Akhila Menon
Take care of your kidneys. They play a pivotal role in your daily life, and sexual health, too.