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Breast Health
What to Expect at Your First Mammogram
By Diana Rangaves, PharmD
Knowing what to expect during a routine mammogram screening can ease first-timers’ stress.
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Sex
Time's a-Wasting, Let's Have a 'Quickie'
By Kurtis Bright
Consider the fun—and the possible complications—of having a brief sexual encounter.
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Penis and Testicle Health
What Is the Difference Between Semen and Sperm?
By Kurtis Bright
The terms get used interchangeably, but these components have individual reproductive functions.
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Identity and Sexuality
Protecting Your DNA Data
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Your genetic makeup is a window to your future health. It's also your most precious asset.

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Research finds more vegetables, fruit and whole grains may reduce incidence by 22 percent.

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Chronic Conditions
Extra Sleep on the Weekend May Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease
By Kate Daniel

A study suggests it may be possible to make up for that wild week of sleep deprivation.

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Cancer
Vitamin D May Help Prevent Breast Cancer, Among Other Benefits
By Melissa L. Weber

Getting appropriate amounts of this essential nutrient can improve your health in many ways.

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Sex
Exploring Sex on College Campuses
By James Anderson

Undergrad sex weeks invite convos about consent, kink and partnerships.

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Mostly harmless, queefing is an expected part of sex, but in some cases, it may be more serious.
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Chronic Conditions
A Guide to Sex With Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Do not let a rebellious gut kill your sexual satisfaction.
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Dating and Relationships
Giddy Presents The Naked Truth: Can I Have Casual Sex With Friends?
By Savannah Van Besien, M.A., L.P.C.-S.
AASECT-certified sex therapist Savannah Van Besien answers your most intimate questions.
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Dating and Relationships
How Life and Relationships Change When Your Love One Faces Disability
By Helen Massy
Adapting together is a challenging journey for anyone facing a sudden disability.
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Dating and Relationships
Don't Wait For the Worst: Know the Warning Signs of Domestic Abuse
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Intimate partner violence typically intensifies with time. Knowing the red flags can save lives.