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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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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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Penis and Testicle Health
Study Finds Microplastics in the Human Testes
By Kate Daniel
Can microplastics hiding in your ball sack cause infertility or ED?
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Reproductive Health
Popular Women’s Health Apps May Misuse Your Medical and Fertility Data
By Kate Daniel
Sharing personally identifiable information in health apps for women could put users at risk.
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Mental Health
So, You're Thinking About Taking an Antidepressant?
By Shannon Jordan
There's still a lot we don't know about the causes of depression and the medication to treat it.
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Mental Health
Caring for Your Mind During Men's Mental Health Awareness Month
By Kate Daniel
Mental health issues affect men just as much as women, but guys are less likely to get help.
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Reproductive Health
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Mifepristone Access
By Kate Daniel
The abortion pill remains available via telehealth following the June 13th ruling.
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Chronic Conditions
Parenthood May Take a Toll on Men's Heart Health
By Kate Daniel
New research suggests dads have a higher risk of heart disease but better mental health.
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Chronic Conditions
Seeking Help for Hyperglycemia
By David Hopper
What is hyperglycemia postprandial meaning, the treatment for it, and how you know you have it.
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Pregnancy and Postpartum Life
U.S. Maternal Mortality Rates Have Dipped to Pre-Pandemic Levels
By Kate Daniel
Pregnancy-related deaths have declined, but stark disparities remain.
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Reproductive Health
Louisiana Law Classifies Abortion Pills As Controlled and Dangerous
By Kate Daniel
The new bill makes it illegal to possess abortion-inducing drugs without a prescription.
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STDs/STIs
What are Complications and Treatment of Pregnancy and Trichomoniasis?
By Jennifer Sizeland
This common parasitic infection can affect pregnancy and your sexual health.