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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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Chronic Conditions
The Relationship Between Blood Thinners and Erectile Dysfunction
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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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Chronic Conditions
Yes, Great Sex Is Still Possible With Parkinson's Disease
By Edgary Rodríguez R.
Your intimacy may not be the same as before, but there are equally pleasurable alternatives.
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Divorce
Between the Pages: 'The Road to Splitsville' Navigates Divorce
By Kitti Palmai
This practical book helps people through the process of ending a marriage with minimal trauma.
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Erectile Dysfunction
What Conditions Impact Blood Circulation and Erectile Dysfunction?
By David Hopper
Diabetes and hypertension, for example, can cause clogged arteries and ED.
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Erectile Dysfunction
Can Masturbation Contribute to ED?
By Kurtis Bright
'Giving yourself a hand' may lead to erectile dysfunction, but the path is indirect.
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Mental Health
When Is the Right Time to Break Up With Someone Who Has Depression?
By Gabi Conti
You can find ways to minimize a breakup's impact on a partner's mental health.
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Reproductive Health
How Do I Know When TikTok Promotes Birth Control Misinformation?
By Xenia E.
Here's an assortment of contraceptive myths TikTokers are pushing.
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Menstruation
Why Do Tampons Have an Expiration Date?
By Jennifer Sizeland
Due to potential bacterial growth, this feminine hygiene product does have a shelf life.
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Penis and Testicle Health
What Are the Symptoms and Causes of Peyronie's Disease?
By Kurtis Bright
A new curvature of your penis could point to this condition, but how does it develop?
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Physical Health
Please Stop Believing These 5 Osteoporosis Inaccuracies
By Chaunie Brusie, RN, BSN
This bone condition can cause a lot of issues for men. Knowing the facts is key.
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Libido and Hormones
What's It Like Dating With a Low Libido?
By Clara Wang
When broaching the topic of sex while dating with low desire, be open, honest and communicate.