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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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Do Breast Implants Cause Cancer?
By Allison Flynn Becker

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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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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 It Like to Date an AI Chatbot?
By Tyler Francischine
For some people, companion chatbots offer thrilling possibilities for romantic relationships.
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Pregnancy and Postpartum Life
What You Need To Know About Postpartum Psychosis
By Xenia E.
If delusions set in after childbirth, it could indicate a serious mental health condition.
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Pregnancy and Postpartum Life
Can Pregnancy Complications Raise Your Risk of Death Later in Life?
By Kate Daniel
A 2023 study suggests preterm delivery can increase the risk of early death by up to 109 percent
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Penis and Testicle Health
Why Do My Testicles Hurt When I Ejaculate?
By Kurtis Bright
Sometimes 'hurts so good' turns into 'it just plain hurts.' Find out why.
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Uterine Health
Signs You May Need a Hysterectomy and How They're Performed
By Alex Reale
There are different types of hysterectomies and different reasons why a woman may need one.
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Dating and Relationships
What in the Heck Is Goblin-timacy?
By Kate Daniel
'Goblin-mode' dating encourages people to show up as their authentic selves.
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Sex
What Does the Future of Sex and Sex Tech Look Like?
By David Hopper
Experts at SXSW 2023 discussed the intersection of sex and tech and the good that may result.
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Dating and Relationships
Sex and Housework: Does the Division of Chores Impact Intimacy?
By Carrie Pallardy
The argument about whose turn it is to do the dishes can negatively impact your sex life.
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Libido and Hormones
Feeling a Lack of Libido? It Could Be Post-SSRI Sexual Dysfunction
By Mira Miller
Did your sexual desire diminish while taking SSRIs but hasn't returned? It could be PSSD.
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Penis and Testicle Health
Can You Get a Blood Clot in Your Penis?
By David Hopper
Clots can occur in an uncommon and uncomfortable spot. Here's what to do if it happens to you.