Sexual Health
Get the information you need to take control of your sexual health, whether that be reading inspiring patient stories or learning about symptoms and treatments for sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
How Your Thyroid Affects Your Sex Life
If you’ve lost that sizzle between the sheets, experts recommend that you rule out the possibility that your thyroid is the culprit.
The Latest
Should You Take PrEP to Prevent HIV? Here's What You Should Know
The drug is more than 90% effective at preventing the spread of HIV through sex. So why aren’t more docs prescribing it?
How to Tell Your Partner You Have Herpes
Take it from someone who’s been there: Disclosing your STI status can be scary, but doing it has tons of advantages.
Can You Get Herpes From...? Your Questions Answered
First of all, don’t panic. Learn just how the herpes virus is transmitted and whether you’re at risk from things like toilet seats and towels.
The Herpes Viruses are Getting Smarter
Find out what it means for prevention and treatment.
Teens Have (Almost) No Clue How to Find Reliable Websites
It starts with fear of embarrassment. But it doesn’t stop there.
Could Your Doctor’s Religious Beliefs Come Between You and Your Health Care?
The Trump administration says its new ruling is a way to protect religious freedoms. But many say it goes too far.
HPV and Head and Neck Cancer
HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection. And it's a rising cause of throat cancer. Learn how you can protect yourself.
The HPV Vaccine Prevents Cancer. So Why Aren’t More Kids Getting It?
What every parent needs to know about this potentially life-saving shot.
Uterine Fibroids: What You Need to Know
Get the answers to 10 common questions about fibroids, including information about symptoms, causes, treatments, and more.
5 Things To Know Before Hysterectomy to Treat Endometriosis
When your endometriosis symptoms are severe, you may look to hysterectomy when nothing else has worked. Here’s what you should consider before making your final decision.
Meet the Experts
Robin Elise Weiss, Ph.D.
Health ProfessionalRobin Elise Weiss, Ph.D., LCCE, CLC, AdvCD(DONA) is a childbirth educator, doula, founder of Childbirth.org, and author.
Eileen Bailey
Health WriterEileen Bailey is an award-winner author of six books on health and parenting. She specializes in ADHD, Anxiety, Sexual Health, Skin Care, Psoriasis and Skin Cancer.
Lara DeSanto
EditorLara DeSanto is a digital editor and staff writer for HealthCentral. She acts as the editor for Sexual Health, Digestive Health, and several cancers.