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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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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
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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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Menopause
Between the Pages: 'Menopause Reset' Offers Tips for Symptom Relief
By David Hopper
Health expert Mindy Pelz, D.C., discusses her practical lifestyle guide for menopausal women.
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By Kate Daniel
Microbiome composition may increase risks for preterm birth and preeclampsia.
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Physical Health
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Learn how to create an unforgettable festival experience—even if you're going it alone.
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How Do You Know if You Have Healthy Sperm and Why Is It Important?
By Kurtis Bright
Fertility is the obvious benefit of healthy sperm but overall health can be tied to sperm health
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Sex
What Is a Perineum Massage for Men?
By Taneia Surles, M.P.H.
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Ovarian Health
Here's How You Can Keep Your Ovaries Healthy
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The female reproductive system can't function without ovaries, learn how to keep them healthy.
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Model, actress and reality TV alum Cynthia Bailey opens up about her fibroid health journey.
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Dating and Relationships
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AASECT-certified sex therapist Savannah Van Besien answers your most intimate questions.
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Cancer
Should You Remove Your Fallopian Tubes to Decrease Ovarian Cancer Risk?
By Kate Daniel
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