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A researcher at Southern Illinois University has received a federal grant to develop a vaccine for genital herpes.   Read Summary >

People who have had the skin condition shingles--particularly around the eyes--have an increased risk of suffering a stroke, a new study has found.   Read Summary >

Experts say more children and teens engage in the risky sexual practice known as autoerotic asphyxiation (AEA) than previously has been thought.   Read Summary >

But the study results also showed that the vaccine's effects appear to fade with time and may not be as helpful for people most at risk for developing AIDS.   Read Summary >

The American Society for Reproductive Medicine has revised its recommendations on the number of embryos that can be implanted during in vitro fertilization procedures in an effort to reduce the number of multiple births that result from fertility treatment.   Read Summary >

According to new research, women who are obese by age 18 are more likely to develop polycystic ovarian syndrome and become infertile than young women who maintain a normal weight.   Read Summary >

People are flocking to buy at-home genetic testing kits that claim to test for such genetic factors as a person's Alzheimer's risk or a baby's true paternity. But how accurate are these tests, and are they worth their cost?   Read Summary >

Researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health say the cost of giving boys Gardasil, the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, would outweigh any health benefit.   Read Summary >

A Philadelphia jury has awarded $2.5 million to a family whose son was born with multiple heart defects after his mother took the antidepressant Paxil.   Read Summary >

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the cervical cancer vaccine Gardasil for use in preventing male genital warts.   Read Summary >

New research has found that none of the three primary treatments for early miscarriages adversely affect long-term fertility rates.    Read Summary >

The number one reason women have sex is because they are physically attracted to their partner, followed by their desire for sexual gratification, says a new study.    Read Summary >

According to federal health officials, 28 pregnant women have died from the H1N1 swine flu virus, and 100 more have been hospitalized in intensive care.   Read Summary >

Drugmaker Starpharma has received a U.S. patent for the use of its VivaGel vaginal microbicide gel as a preventative treatment for genital herpes and HIV.   Read Summary >

Women who consume a great deal of licorice during pregnancy may adversely affect their children's intelligence and behavior, new research suggests.   Read Summary >

New research has found that altering women's hormone cycles through the use of birth control pills may be affecting women's choice of mates in a way that may adversely impact human reproduction in the future.   Read Summary >

People who are infected with HIV are more likely to develop at least seven types of cancer, new research suggests.   Read Summary >

Actress Mackenzie Phillips' admission that she had a long-term sexual relationship with her musician father has brought attention to incest, an uncomfortable topic and highly stigmatized form of sexual abuse.   Read Summary >

Eight people share their most embarrassing health confessions, including mishaps with gynecological visits, lactose intolerance, sweat solutions, and hair treatments.   Read Summary >

The "match" of smoking and drinking habits can affect how happy people are in their marriages, new research suggests.   Read Summary >

Scientists at the annual meeting of the American Thyroid Association are studying thyroid problems in pregnant women, since thyroid problems can cause serious consequences in both mothers and children.   Read Summary >

Cervical cancer vaccinations have been halted in several parts of Great Britain while health experts attempt to determine if the HPV1 vaccine given to a 14-year-old girl in Coventry caused her death.   Read Summary >

Results from a new survey show that the recession has caused women to postpone pregnancy and have fewer children.   Read Summary >

Women who are satisfied with their sex lives have higher well-being scores and more vitality than women who are not happy with their sex lives, Australian researchers report.   Read Summary >

Danish researchers say women who take Zoloft, Celexa, and other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor antidepressants during the first three months of pregnancy may have a slightly increased risk of having a baby with heart defects.   Read Summary >

A new clinical trial involving more than 16,000 adult volunteers in Thailand has demonstrated that an investigational HIV vaccine was safe and modestly effective in preventing HIV infection.   Read Summary >

A health reporter answers questions from pregnant women about the H1N1 flu and its vaccine.   Read Summary >

In this article, a reporter talks to experts about the best ways to reveal a health secret to a new partner.   Read Summary >

According to new study, low-impact exercise during pregnancy not only keeps mothers healthy, it also helps prevent excessive weight in their babies.   Read Summary >

A revised committee opinion from American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists states that pregnant women can fly with no worries, as long as they don't have any complications.   Read Summary >

Older men who have recently lost their wives have a higher risk of having sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) than men of the same age who are still married, a new study has found.   Read Summary >

Spanish researchers say a model they've developed to predict a woman's risk of suffering postnatal depression was 80 percent accurate in a recent study.   Read Summary >

A panel that advises the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has recommended that the HPV vaccine Gardasil be given to young men.   Read Summary >

Do men really think about sex every seven seconds? Can they have sex anywhere, anytime? Are they only romantic to please their partner? A sex expert discusses these and other sex myths about men.   Read Summary >

The U.S. National Women's Health Information Center offers this list of factors that increase a woman's risk of developing depression during or after pregnancy.   Read Summary >

A health reporter talks about how you can prioritize the use of your employer's insurance if you believe you're in danger of losing it.   Read Summary >

Researchers in the United States say their discovery of immune system particles that can attack the AIDS virus may have given them insight on how to produce an AIDS vaccine.   Read Summary >

A committee of experts that advises the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is weighing whether to approve Gardasil, the vaccine for the human papillomavirus (HPV), for use in boys as well as girls.   Read Summary >

Experts from the American Society of Anesthesiologists say pregnant women need to be given all of the facts about their pain-control options as they prepare for labor and delivery.   Read Summary >

Researchers in Sweden have found that acupuncture and exercise may help women who suffer from polycystic ovary syndrome better manage the condition's symptoms and risks.   Read Summary >

Researchers say that the environment of a mother's womb may be as important or more important than genes when it comes to determining the risk of childhood obesity.   Read Summary >

Results from a new study in Canada suggest that having your baby at home with a registered midwife attending is as safe as having your baby in a hospital setting.   Read Summary >

A health reporter talks about three sexually transmitted diseases that can show on your face.   Read Summary >

A reporter talks to health experts and to mothers about the benefits and perceived risks of Gardasil, the HPV vaccine.   Read Summary >

According to a new study, high levels of the hormone testosterone may make some women more likely to choose high-risk financial careers.   Read Summary >

New guidelines say that women who suffer from depression during pregnancy can use both talk therapy and antidepressants to treat their depression.   Read Summary >

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The results of a new U.S. government study have found that the vaccine that protects against human papillomavirus (HPV), a cause of cervical cancer, appears safe, with relatively few serious side effects.   Read Summary >

Men with low levels of the sex hormone estradiol or high levels of the hormone binding globulin (SHBG) are more likely to suffer osteoporosis-related fractures, researchers say.   Read Summary >

According to a new report from the National Center for Health Statistics, more and more U.S. women are delaying having children.   Read Summary >

A new study has found that the compounds that make up a woman's birth control pill can influence her risk for developing blood clots, and this makes some pills safer than others.   Read Summary >

New research published in the journal BMC Psychiatry has found that gays, lesbians, and bisexuals are more than twice as likely to seek treatment for substance abuse or mental health problems than heterosexuals.   Read Summary >

A new Web site called Patient Central is trying to help people choose their doctor by giving patients surveys about their experiences with physicians and then posting the results.   Read Summary >

According to new research, people who have healed genital herpes sores are at a higher risk of contracting the HIV virus.   Read Summary >

Men who define themselves as being "macho" are less likely to go to the doctor than other men, a new study has found.   Read Summary >

In this article, novelist and screenwriter Nora Ephron gives 11 ways couples can help maintain a strong marriage while dealing with the duties of parenting.   Read Summary >

According to new research, people who experience the end of a marriage--either through divorce or widowhood--are more likely to have chronic health problems than people who stay married.   Read Summary >

Young women with early-stage ovarian cancer can preserve fertility by keeping at least one ovary or the uterus without increasing the risk of dying from the disease, a new study finds.   Read More >

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The American Psychological Association has passed a resolution declaring that mental health professionals should not tell gay clients that they can become straight through therapy or other treatments.   Read Summary >

A nightcap while you're pregnant may disturb your child's sleep later on. A new study found alcohol consumption during pregnancy and small body size at birth predict poorer sleep and higher risk of sleep disturbances in 8-year-old children born at term. The importance of these findings cannot be underestimated, experts say, as poor sleep and sleep disturbances in children are associated with obesity, depressive symptoms, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and poor neurobehavioral functioning.   According to principal investigator Katri R?ikk?nen, PhD, in the department of psychology at the University of Helsinki, Finland, even low levels of weekly prenatal exposure to alcohol have adverse effects on sleep quantity and quality during childhood.   Read More >

British researchers have found that blocking a protein involved with inflammation may help prevent premature labor.   Read Summary >

A new study has found that inducing labor at 37 weeks helps reduce risks for mothers with hypertension and mild preeclampasia.   Read Summary >

New research suggests that women who are prone to the common vaginal infection known as bacterial vaginosis may be more successful at fighting the condition if they take either oral or injected birth contraceptives.   Read Summary >

Scientists say the fact that the HIV virus was able to be transmitted to a West African woman means it is continuing to mutate.   Read Summary >

New research has added to the evidence that the age that teen girls should begin getting pap tests to screen for cervical cancer should be raised.   Read Summary >

British researchers say a simple urine test could reduce men's risk of persistent chlamydia infection and the likelihood they will transmit the condition to their sexual partners.   Read Summary >

The H1N1 swine flu virus appears to be particularly dangerous to pregnant women, and this danger should vault that group to the top of the list of people who receive the vaccination once it's available, experts say.   Read Summary >

Statistics show that the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), a lobbying group that represents 32 brandname drug companies, and its member companies have spent $40 million lobbying Congress as the lawmakers work to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system.   Read Summary >

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says there will be no vote on healthcare reform before Congress takes its August break, a move that would go against President Obama's announced timetable for its vote.   Read Summary >

A landmark study in Uganda has found that male circumcision may actually improve a woman's sexual satisfaction.   Read Summary >

According to new research, starting HIV antiviral treatment as soon as possible after diagnosis should be the standard of care for treating the condition--even for people in poorer countries where cost is a barrier to treatment.   Read Summary >

A reader asks experts if it's normal for her and her boyfriend's "makeup sex" to be so satisfying.   Read Summary >

Officials at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say recent trends suggest teens are reversing the positive changes in sexual behavior seen in previous studies.   Read Summary >

A study of HIV-infected men in Uganda has found that circumcision doesn't protect their female partners from contracting the virus.   Read Summary >

New research suggests that depression during pregnancy can be risky for the mother's unborn baby.   Read Summary >

Group B Streptococcus (GBS), a bacterial pathogen that causes sepsis and meningitis in newborn infants, is able to shut down immune cells in order to promote its own survival, according to researchers at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) School of Medicine and the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Their study offers insight that may lead to new medical therapies for invasive infectious diseases that affect nearly 3,500 newborns in the United States each year.   Read More >

Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives want to define health care as a right and a responsibility for all Americans.   Read Summary >

Scientists say they have found a way to create viable sperm from stem cells, a discovery that could offer hope to men who suffer from infertility.   Read Summary >

Researchers say people who use condoms regularly reduce their risk of contracting genital herpes by 30 percent.   Read Summary >

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a single-dose version of the Plan B emergency contraceptive medication.   Read Summary >

Experts say simply asking a new sexual partner about sexually transmitted diseases isn't enough to get the whole picture about his or her exposure to STDs--or your risks of contracting them.   Read Summary >

Results from a new study show that the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is highly effective at preventing the precancerous lesions that can lead to cervical cancer.   Read Summary >

According to a new study, HIV patients who are receiving highly active anti-retroviral therapy have arteries that are as stiff as healthy patients who have high blood pressure.   Read Summary >

Results from a new study suggest that sexual fulfillment isn't about having a perfect body or the right technique, but more about such factors as presence, connection, and erotic intimacy.   Read Summary >

Investigators say men who want to compete professionally at cycling should consider freezing their sperm before starting their careers in order to avoid fertility problems later in life.   Read Summary >

According to a new study, depression may play a role in why black women are twice as likely to give birth prematurely as white women.   Read Summary >

New research suggests that depression in both fathers and mothers can contribute to crying and colic in infants.   Read Summary >

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According to Kaiser Health News, the hospital industry is about to agree to accept federal funding cuts of $150 billion to $170 billion over the next decade to help pay for efforts to reform the national healthcare system.   Read Summary >

Men can produce healthier sperm and improve their fertility by having daily sex, an Australian study has found.   Read Summary >

Two new studies suggest that new methods of preserving and transplanting ovaries may improve older women's chances of conceiving.   Read Summary >

Officials with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say too few Americans are getting tested for the virus that causes AIDS early in the disease's progression, and these late diagnoses are causing patients to miss the benefits of early treatment.   Read Summary >

According to a new survey, 70 percent of women have suffered some sort of sexual health issue, and about one-fourth of them say they are "very concerned" about it.   Read Summary >

A health reporter debunks 11 myths about your health, and some of them truths may be surprising.   Read Summary >

New research published in the journal Pediatrics has found that 15 percent of teenagers think they'll die before age 35, and this belief is linked strongly with risky behavior among these young people.   Read Summary >

Researchers found that placing teen girls with a history of juvenile delinquency in specialized foster-care programs kept them from getting pregnant.   Read Summary >

How can a woman know if what she's experiencing with her menstrual cycle is normal, or if it's something that may signal a problem?   Read Summary >

Data from a new report has found that 80 percent of U.S. HIV/AiDS cases are concentrated in just 20 percent of counties that are typically comprised of gay, Latino, and other minority populations.   Read Summary >

U.S. drugmakers have agreed to pay out $80 million in discounts to seniors over the next decade in an effort to help pay for President Obama's healthcare reform plan.   Read Summary >

A health reporter answers some of the most commonly asked questions about healthcare reform to help you understand this process as it moves through Congress.   Read Summary >

A health reporter talks to Dr. Denise A. Donnelly, a sociology professor who has studied sexless marriages, to find out why the sexual component of some marriages disappears.   Read Summary >

Experts debunk 10 myths about safe sex, including whether STDs can be caught from toilet seats, and whether sex during a menstrual cycle helps protect against STDs.   Read Summary >

Spanish researchers have found that men who eat healthier diets may also have healthier sperm.   Read Summary >

President Obama told members of the American Medical Association (AMA) that imposing limits on medical malpractice lawsuits may be a "necessary part" of healthcare reform.   Read Summary >

Most new mothers who have multiple sclerosis can safely breastfeed their babies without upping their risk of a disease relapse, a new study suggests, but experts caution the decision must be made on a case-by-case basis.   Read Summary >

Online buddies, office "spouses," close friends--at what point do these emotional attachments turn into emotional "affairs?"   Read Summary >

Experts say pregnant women shouldn't ignore every skin change they observe during pregnancy, since melanoma is common during women's childbearing years.   Read Summary >

Treating men to a burst of bright light for thirty minutes every morning may help improve sexual dysfunction, a new study suggests.   Read Summary >

Women who take vitamin supplements both before and during their pregnancy appear to reduce their risk of having a miscarriage, new research suggests.   Read Summary >

Cornell University researchers say a newly developed vaginal ring may help inhibit the transmission of the HIV virus that causes AIDS.   Read Summary >

A reporter gives three lifestyle changes you can make to help your sex drive.   Read Summary >

The makers of an at-home, over-the-counter test say their product can tell an expectant mother if her baby is a boy or a girl as soon as 10 weeks after conception.   Read Summary >

Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers not to use Clarcon skin sanitizers and skin protectants because they may be contaminated with a bacteria that could make users sick.   Read Summary >

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Officials with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have released a list of two dozen drugs that it is in the early stages of reviewing for possible safety problems.   Read Summary >

More than half of the psoriasis patients in a new study tested positive for the human herpes virus 8 (HHV-8), a finding that suggests the virus may play a role in the development of the disease.   Read Summary >

According to a new study, uninfected women aged 24 to 45 still may benefit from the HPV vaccine.   Read Summary >

Is it the eight children, the attention, or something experienced by all couples that's causing the stars of Jon & Kate Plus Eight's relationship stress?   Read Summary >

Many young men who experience impotence or premature ejaculation attribute it to nervousness or intoxication, but a new study suggests it may be a genetic problem.   Read Summary >

Researchers have found that teenage girls who choose provocative representations of themselves for their online personas are more likely to be approached sexually and to meet the people who approach them.   Read Summary >

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Prescription drug advertisements have drawn fire for portraying healthy-looking, smiling patients while explaining benefits, and then rushing through or providing distractions when required risk information is given.   Read Summary >

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According to U.S. researchers, acyclovir, a drug that suppresses herpes simplex virus-2, does not reduce HIV risk when taken by people infected by HIV and herpes.   Read Summary >

According to statistics from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 40 percent of new mothers aren't married.   Read Summary >

According to a new study, fathers become more motivated to intervene and keep kids safe once teens start having sex.   Read Summary >

The survey's findings may lead to new pregnancy prevention tactics, researchers say.   Read Summary >

Women who are better able to monitor their own and others' feelings and emotions get more pleasure from sex, a new study suggests.   Read Summary >

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But the new study also suggests that infants' sleep disturbances are reversible with behavioral, environmental changes.   Read Summary >

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Older adults who are able to read, understand, and use health and medical information are happier, new research suggests.   Read Summary >

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced that it is requiring manufacturers of two prescription topical testosterone gels, AndroGel and Testim, to include a boxed warning on the products’ labels after receiving reports of adverse effects in children accidentally exposed to the drugs.   Read Summary >

According to a new study, the herpes drug Zovirax may work against HIV in tissues that are infected with the herpes virus.   Read Summary >

Testosterone injections for men helped prevent pregnancy in a new study, but the possible alternative to current birth control methods needs more study, experts say.   Read Summary >

A new study suggests that kids are less likely to separate reality from fiction if they're exposed to adult-themed shows as children.   Read Summary >

In this article, a reporter talks about five well-intentioned dating habits that can easily go too far.   Read Summary >

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recalled the male sexual supplement Libimax over concerns about one of its ingredients.   Read Summary >

Addiction experts say more and more women are seeking help for Internet addiction, many of them new mothers who are addicted to blogs, message boards, and Web sites.   Read Summary >

The procedure also does not impair sexual function, new research suggests, and it may prevent men from penile injury as well.   Read Summary >

A health reporter talks to scientists who are doing studies on how "reinventing date night" can affect the brain and boost romance in even long-term couples.   Read Summary >

Following the packaging instructions on tampons is one way to protect against the dangerous condition.   Read Summary >

Canada became the third country to confirm human cases of swine flu Sunday as other nations considered wider measures to curb the spread of the virus.   Read Summary >

Officials in the Obama administration are seeking to reassure an edgy public about a potential swine flu outbreak, stressing the need for patience and preparedness, not panic.   Read Summary >

Reporter Ben Sherwood offers this list of three ways you can protect yourself from the swine flu virus.   Read Summary >

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that it will permit the sale of the so-called "morning-after" pill without a prescription to woman ages 17 years and older.   Read Summary >

Experts offer these suggestions to ease the discomfort of herpes blisters.   Read Summary >

A new small Egyptian study used hormone-antioxidant combination to improve odds of conception.   Read Summary >

A new analysis has found that women who lie down during the first stage of labor may slow the process, while expectant mothers who sit, stand, or walk around may safely bring matters to a quicker conclusion.   Read Summary >

But experts say the results from a new small study are no reason to stop taking birth control pills.   Read Summary >

A student has heard that a vaccine for herpes will be available in 2009 or 2010 and wonders if this will ever be a reality.   Read Summary >

Breastfeeding brings mothers cardiovascular benefits decades later, a new study suggests.   Read Summary >

Scientists say the prospect of a male contraceptive comes from a discovery of a gene mutation affecting infertility.   Read Summary >

Many women experience diminished or absent sexual desire after menopause, and many also are reluctant to ask their doctors about this issue, believing it to be a natural part of aging.   Read Summary >

Children appear to accelerate the decline of marital happiness and boost depression rates, new research suggests.   Read Summary >

The fruit, combined with contraceptive pill and a genetic mutation, almost cost woman her leg, doctors say.   Read Summary >

But doctors differ on degree of peril, saying genetics likely a key player in the development of the autoimmune disease.   Read Summary >

Hopkins researchers also found that few new moms seek help for their depression symptoms.   Read Summary >

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A new study has found that VP16 is the molecular key that unlocks the virus from its latent state.   Read Summary >

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Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers not to eat any products containing pistachios because the nuts may be contaminated with salmonella.   Read Summary >

The current epidemic of childhood obesity could start when some babies are just six months old.   Read More >

Women who use oral contraceptives may have an increased risk of asthma—particularly if they are overweight, a new study has found.   Read Summary >

A health reporter talks to experts about how you can navigate the "minefield" of choosing a private health plan.   Read Summary >

Study finds procedure dramatically reduces transmission of herpes, human papillomavirus.   Read Summary >

Doctors say the expense of raising another child may be driving the trend.   Read Summary >

A U.S. District Court judge has asked the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to revisit a decision to limit access to the "morning-after" non-prescription contraceptive pill to women ages 18 years and older.   Read Summary >

The new female condom protects against pregnancy and sexually transmitted disease.   Read Summary >

The virus associated with most cases of cervical cancer.   Read Summary >

Kisspeptin spurs healthy ovulation, researchers explain.   Read Summary >

Divorce, job loss, alcoholism, automobile accidents, and sexually transmitted diseases are likely to be the negative consequences of the disease, says Dr. David W. Goodman.   Read Summary >

Headaches should be seen as indicator of other problems, expert says.   Read Summary >

Too many choices along with confusing options are throwing up roadblocks to making the smartest decision, report says.   Read Summary >

Sexting involves sending or posting nude or seminude photos via email, cell phone, or the Internet, and it can have serious consquences for people who are underage.   Read Summary >

A reporter answers some of the most common questions about how healthcare reform may--or may not--change the way you manage your health.   Read Summary >

Obese men have worse sex lives, a new study finds, but researchers say gastric bypass can help restore function and sexual quality of life.   Read Summary >

WHO officials say one reason behind the climb in rates may be a misconception that HIV is a young person's disease and is not a reason for concern among older adults.   Read Summary >

A jury in Palm Springs, California has awarded nearly $7 million in damages to a woman who was infected with herpes by a man who did not tell her he had the condition.   Read Summary >

A new British study has found that Intrinsa--a patch designed to treat sexual dysfunction in women--may not work, and it may have safety concerns as well.   Read Summary >

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Bristol Palin, the daughter of former Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin, has spoken out against teenage pregnancy, but says her famous mother's advocacy of abstinence education is "not realistic."   Read Summary >

According to new research, the areas in men's brains that are associated with handling tools and the intention to perform actions light up when viewing images of women in bikinis.   Read Summary >

Measuring hormone could find three-fourths of women at risk, study claims.   Read Summary >

Despite viewing the shot as a "wise choice," just 1 in 4 are protected, survey finds.   Read Summary >

Researchers have found that women who have lower levels of sexual desire--often as a result of menopause--are more likely to be depressed and to suffer conditions such as back pain and memory problems than women who report higher levels of desire.   Read Summary >

If you're one of the millions of Americans who is living without health insurance, experts say there are things you can do to gain or regain health coverage.   Read Summary >

Researchers have found that many teens are unaware that some STDs can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease in women, which can doom their chances of having a baby later in life.   Read Summary >

Researchers at the University of Florida are researching a treatment that may help prevent the recurrence of herpes.   Read Summary >

A recent episode of a primetime television show sparked interest in a particularly odd medical malady—a penis fracture.   Read Summary >

Though movies and television shows make having a heart attack during sex seem like a common occurrence, the odds of literally succumbing to passion are quite low, experts say.   Read Summary >

British researchers have found that the more sexually active a man is in his 20s and 30s, the higher his risk for developing prostate cancer.   Read Summary >

As people cut healthcare spending to make their monthly bills, experts say there are some health-related expenses that you can't afford to skip.   Read Summary >

Experts say Americans eat 700 million pounds of peanut butter every year, which is complicating the recall effort.   Read Summary >

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to healthcare providers and consumers about serious and life-threatening risks associated with improper use of prescription and over-the-counter topical anesthetics.   Read Summary >

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The 19-item checklist includes such basic steps as having the doctors and nurses introduce themselves, ensuring that adequate blood is on hand, and making certain that all equipment needed is present.   Read Summary >

This article contains a list of the products voluntarily recalled by the Kellogg Co. because they could be contaminated with salmonella from a Georgia peanut processing facility.   Read Summary >

Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers to avoid eating all products that contain peanut butter or peanut butter paste, except for jarred peanut butter.   Read Summary >

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A new report shows there is a high burden of sexually transmitted diseases (STD) in the United States, especially among women and racial minorities.   Read More >

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The move, which has been opposed by pharmaceutical industry critics, allows drugmakers to distribute medical journal articles that describe unapproved uses for drugs.   Read Summary >

Physician and health and science reporter David Brown discusses how President-elect Obama's promise to reform the U.S. healthcare system is going to be more difficult than many imagine.   Read Summary >

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New research suggests that the way parents or guardians respond to a young person's sexual orientation can have a profound impact on his or her mental health later in life.   Read Summary >

According to new research, teens who take virginity pledges are just as likely to have sex as teens who don't make such promises.   Read Summary >

A reporter picks the top six health stories of 2008, including stem cell research, autism, and health care reform.   Read Summary >

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Under a new controversial pilot program, some pharmacies in the United Kingdom will begin offering birth control pills without a prescription in 2009.   Read Summary >

Researchers say many young people may engage in anal sex for the wrong reasons--to please a partner, to have sex without the risk of pregnancy, or to preserve their "virginity pledges."   Read Summary >

Researchers at the Kinsey Institute at Indiana University have found that many women's feelings of sexual satisfaction are affected by the kind of contraception they use.   Read Summary >

Experts say that while sex addiction may make for titillating television and fodder for jokes, it's anything but comical for people suffer from it.   Read Summary >

The discovery of new protein biomarkers in the blood may help doctors detect two dangerous forms of malaria earlier.   Read More >

The cause of autism remains a mystery to the medical community, but researchers have found a link between an epilepsy drug and an increased risk of a child developing autism.   Read More >

Doctors have noticed that the incidence of birthmarks known as infantile hemangiomas has grown in recent years, and new research suggests that low birth weight is a leading cause.   Read Summary >

A report from the Johns Hopkins Children's Center has found that teenage girls who are treated for pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) have a higher risk of developing sexually transmitted infections, often within weeks or months after they are first treated.   Read Summary >

A reader who describes her sex life as "great" asks Dr. Gail Saltz what she can do to overcome her orgasm difficulties.   Read Summary >

A new drug called bavituximab has shown promise in providing scientists with a new strategy for fighting a number of viral illnesses, Texas researchers say.   Read Summary >

A new study has found that women who don't know they have the genital herpes virus may be unknowingly spreading the virus to others and helping boost the rate of the herpes epidemic.   Read Summary >

Bariatric surgery may benefit moms and their babies both before and during pregnancy, researchers say.   Read Summary >

New insight into what happens to the uterus muscles during pregnancy may offer a therapy for preterm labor, the most serious complication of pregnancy in developing countries.   Read More >

What's considered a mild birth defect in baby boys can lead to big problems later in life. However, new findings may help doctors identify and treat the condition earlier.   Read More >

A fall birthday might make kids oldest in their class at school, but it could also make them more likely to develop asthma.   Read More >

Undergoing bariatric weight loss surgery before becoming pregnant may be the healthiest decision for both mother and baby.   Read More >

A new study has found that getting circumcised as an adult does not lead to erectile dysfunction.   Read Summary >

Massachusetts General Hospital researchers have found that 43 percent of women suffer from such sexual dysfunction (SD) issues as painful intercourse, loss of desire, decreased sexual arousal, or lack of orgasm.   Read Summary >

Researchers say that alcohol counseling must be part of sex education so that young people realize how vulnerable they are to poor sexual health if they mix alcohol with sex.   Read Summary >

This remarkable operation may offer hope to millions of women who experience early menopause or who are undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy, but experts worry it raises ethical concerns as well.   Read Summary >

Women who gained more than 40 pounds during their pregnancy put themselves and their babies at risk for health complications.   Read Summary >

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Mothers who eat a high-fat diet during pregnancy may increase the likelihood of their child being overweight.   Read More >

Babies carried by mothers suffering from poor mental health face significant challenges, sometimes even before they are born.   Read More >

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A simple shift in your baby's vaccination schedule may protect him or her from an increasingly dangerous disease.   Read More >

Chronic migraines can be a difficult to live with, but there may be at least one positive aspect of the condition: women who suffer from migraines have a significantly lower risk of breast cancer.   Read More >

The type of TV shows a teen watches may increase the likelihood that he or she will subsequently be involved in a pregnancy.   Read More >

New research suggests using insulin to control the blood sugar of low-birth-weight infants is not worth the risks.   Read More >

There may be a behavioral reason to explain why breastfeeding can lower the risk of obesity later in life.   Read More >

The goal of the National Children's Study is to allow investigators to have a better understanding of a wide range of children's health issues.   Read Summary >

The most effective way to protect newborn babies from the flu virus may be to vaccinate new mothers and other family members while they're in the hospital for the birth of the baby.   Read More >

Swedish researchers have found that women can halve their risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) by breastfeeding for a year or longer.   Read Summary >

Vitamin D grows healthy bones and keeps them strong -- and new guidelines suggest your child may need double the amount he or she currently receives.   Read More >

A new study reveals low birth weight as the most significant factor for the development of common birthmarks called hemangiomas.   Read More >

A polio vaccine that targets just one strain of the virus may offer more protection than the older, more comprehensive vaccine, new research shows.   Read More >

A mother who has a diet rich in folate, an important prenatal supplement, could increase the chance that her infant will suffer from asthma after birth, according to a new Duke University study.   Read More >

Women who suffer from pregnancy complications caused by a condition known as antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) may be able to reduce their risk of having a miscarriage by taking cholesterol-lowering statins   Read Summary >

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In this article from the British site Telegraph.co.uk, three women who have genital herpes and other STDs talk about their dating experiences.   Read Summary >

Which medications and foods are safe for reflux sufferers to use during pregnancy?   Read Summary >

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The virus, herpes gladiatorum, is a form of the herpes virus that is passed through broken skin.   Read Summary >

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The World Health Organization estimates that 28 percent of the world's women will be infected with genital herpes by age 49.   Read Summary >

It may not be a good idea if you have certain risk factors   Read More >

A reporter has compiled six Web sites that may help you save money on such health care expenses as dental work, prescriptions, and contact lenses.   Read Summary >

New research suggests that the 1-day genital herpes drug Famvir is as effective as the 3-day herpes drug Valtrex.   Read Summary >

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A U.S. company has been given British approval to start a clinical trial of a vaccine for genital herpes.   Read Summary >

A reader asks Joe and Teresa Graedon of The People's Pharmacy if the herpes drug Valtrex can be used to prevent the infection if a person has contact with someone who has genital herpes.   Read Summary >

U.S. researchers say that a cheap, generic drug usually used to treat genital herpes may help control the AIDS virus in people who are infected with both viruses.   Read Summary >

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A new study published in the journal Pediatrics has found that asking new mothers three simple questions is just as good as conventional screening for identifying postpartum depression.   Read Summary >

A common treatment to delay labor is preventing cerebral palsy in pre-term infants, according to researchers.   Read More >

Your age at menopause and your breastfeeding practices can influence your risk of developing certain types of breast cancer, according to a new study.   Read More >

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Pregnant women and young children should be especially cautious   Read More >

Suggestions for more comfortable rest   Read More >

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Take good care of yourself during pregnancy   Read More >

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Women who have diabetes before getting pregnant are three to four times more likely to have a baby with birth defects, a new study suggests.   Read Summary >

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The term "preconception care" refers to a set of health interventions that can improve the chances of a woman getting pregnant, having a healthy pregnancy, and delivering a healthy baby.   Read Summary >

Babies who are exposed to their mother's obesity and diabetes while in the womb have a higher chance of developing Type 2 diabetes in their teens, new research suggests.   Read Summary >

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About 250 pregnant women in the United States each year suffer a heart attack, and experts say mortality can be high among these women because a diagnosis of heart problems is often missed or delayed.   Read Summary >

It's been suggested that pregnant women or those who've recently given birth have a higher risk of developing mental health problems, but new research suggests this may not be true.   Read Summary >

A new study has found that pregnant women who suffer an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) relapse while pregnant may affect the birth outcomes of their child.   Read Summary >

Canadian researchers say women can safely use antidepressants during their first trimester without fearing the drugs will increase their babies' risk of birth defects.   Read Summary >

Women due to give birth in winter should use a sun lamp during the final three months of pregnancy to protect their child from osteoporosis in later life, doctors have suggested.   Read Summary >

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Victoria Tapia, then 19, was having a �perfect pregnancy� at 29 weeks until one morning she no longer felt the fetus moving. An ultrasound confirmed that it had died in utero.   Read Summary >

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In a recent study, women who'd given birth to boys had higher rates of postpartum depression and lower overall quality-of-life scores than women who'd had girls.   Read Summary >

Women who suffer an extremely stressful event during their first trimester have a higher risk of having a child with schizophrenia, researchers say.   Read Summary >

Experts say pregnant women should limit caffeine to one cup of coffee per day.   Read Summary >

Researchers say the key may be the anti-inflammatory effect of healthy food.   Read Summary >

Stopping mood-stabilizing medications suddenly appears to put women at risk for recurrence of bipolar symptoms, researchers say.   Read Summary >

Chemicals could reduce the number of eggs by as much as two thirds, experts say.   Read Summary >

The virus is not the culprit, researchers say, but rather an immune response to the flu that causes the increased risk.   Read Summary >

The consequences of depression can be devastating to the mother, her baby and her entire family, according to a new report.   Read Summary >

Physicians are not adequately advising women about medications that might be risky during pregnancy, according to a new study.   Read Summary >

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine says that establishing good sleep habits can increase a woman's chance for a healthy, full-term baby.   Read Summary >

But being treated for the condition appears to remove the risk.   Read Summary >

Researchers say nicotine in cigarette smoke affects fetal brain development and causes behavioral and emotional problems later in life.   Read Summary >

A new study connects smoking while pregnant with an increase in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder problems in high-risk children.   Read Summary >

Researchers say it does, and they may have discovered why.   Read Summary >

Hormone changes during pregnancy can increase the chance for migraine and sensitivity to light.   Read Summary >

Researchers found that the risk for a severe type of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder increased significantly when the child was exposed to prenatal smoke and had genes linked to ADHD.   Read Summary >

Domestic abuse, serious arguments could harm the fetal brain, research suggests.   Read Summary >

IBD doubles the risk of birth defects, premature birth, and low birth weight.   Read Summary >

A review of the use of popular GERD medications by pregnancy women.   Read Summary >

Risks do not necessarily outweigh benefits of antidepressant for mother, say researchers.   Read Summary >