Sexual Health

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Chlamydia vaccine shows promise in clinical trial, researchers say

Children's Health

When should my daughter get STD testing and why is it important?

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Sexually transmitted diseases on the rise in U.S. military

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Where to get tested in the Philadelphia-area for National HIV Testing Day this Thursday

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This is how many sexually transmitted infections occur every day worldwide

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Health Insurance

The high cost of sex: Insurers often don’t pay for drugs to treat problems

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The HPV vaccine is still super important — here's why

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There’s another stage to menopause that most women have no clue about

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This brand condensed the world of men's health and wellness into one website

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Researchers design self-administered birth control patch, effective for one month at a time

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Study links PFOA and PFOS to lower sperm counts and smaller penis size

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Teens can get condoms delivered 'discreetly' for free in Philly with this service

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Zika publicity has faded, but the health threat remains real

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Newly-found gene variation may boost risk of erectile dysfunction

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Gonorrhea resists all but one antibiotic – and that may not last much longer

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Who's avoiding sex, and why

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Toys for adults: Shopping ideas for that naughty person on your list

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High school students create STI-detecting color condoms

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