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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
By Helen Massy
Your genetic makeup is a window to your future health. It's also your most precious asset.

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Cancer
Plant-Based Diets Linked to Lower Risk of Colorectal Cancer in Men
By María Cristina Lalonde

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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Fertility
How Long Does A Sperm Live?
By Chaunie Brusie, RN, BSN
Sperm have a much shorter shelf-life than their role in reproduction may suggest—but how short?
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Physical Health
Do Students Gain Weight During College?
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What's the truth behind college weight gain and the notorious freshman 15?
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AASECT-certified sex therapist Savannah Van Besien answers your most intimate questions.
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Dating and Relationships
Can You Cheat and Stay Together?
By Gabi Conti
Some celebrities and others seem to make it work, but can your relationship survive infidelity?
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Chronic Conditions
A Dating Guide for Women with Parkinson's Disease
By Hannah Shewan Stevens
Whether it affects your sexual function or not, don't let PD erase your love life.
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Penis and Testicle Health
What Does Epididymitis Management and Treatment Entail?
By Kurtis Bright
Pain in the genitals may be an inflamed epididymis. Treating it can be simple, but act quickly.
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When Your Relationship Is Running On Empty, You’re In A Silent Divorce
By Diana Rangaves, PharmD
Delivering the bare minimum in your relationship? It may be time to reevaluate.
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Dating and Relationships
Between the Pages: 'Out of Touch' Investigates the Intimacy Famine
By David Hopper
Psychologist Michelle Drouin discusses how technology can help and hinder our need to connect.
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Chronic Conditions
A Dating Guide for People With Cystic Fibrosis
By Hannah Shewan Stevens
Having an incurable disease does not disqualify you from enjoying a love life.
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Fertility
COVID-19 and Infertility: The Virus's Impact on Long-term Sperm Health
By Kurtis Bright
A new study suggests 'long COVID' may affect sperm counts, semen quality and more.