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Kristin Harmel

Kristin Harmel’s Most Difficult Chapter

New York Times Best-Selling Author discusses her experience with breast cancer and becoming an advocate for others

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Cool Tech You Can Buy with Your Flexible Spending Account

The latest health trackers and smart glasses are just a few of the surprising FSA-eligible items you can buy with your pre-tax cash

Marie McCoy

I Was Shocked When I Tested HIV+ in My 50s. Twenty Years Later, I’m Happier Than Ever.

I’m here to tell you to walk tall, keep your head up and know that you are a gorgeous warrior

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Gut Check: What Is SIBO?

SIBO can disrupt your gut and cause bloating, discomfort and diarrhea. Here’s what to know about the symptoms, causes and treatments.

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Cervical Cancer Screening and At-Home HPV Testing

New federal guidelines for cervical cancer screening add a self-collection option. Here’s what you need to know.

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Danielle Odom

My OB-GYN Insisted that I Didn’t Have Cancer — but I Had Stage 2 Cervical Cancer

I had to advocate for additional testing, which saved my life

Tracy Bryant

My Routine Pap Test Led to a Cervical Cancer Diagnosis

Had I skipped my annual exam, things would have been much, much worse for me

Brittany Perkins

My Years of Indigestion Hid Pancreatic Cancer

At 34, I thought I was suffering from indigestion or acid reflux. Then, a doctor discovered a tumor on my pancreas.

GOOD SEX WITH EMILY JAMEA, Sex Therapist

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Good Sex with Emily Jamea: The Sex Recession

A look into the recent trend of lower sexual activity

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Good Sex with Emily Jamea: How to Share a Sexual Fantasy with Your Partner

Good communication and trust can open the door to sexual experimentation

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Good Sex with Emily Jamea: When Is Pornography a Problem?

Here’s what science has to say about watching porn

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The Skinny on Microdosing GLP-1 Drugs

Why are people microdosing weight-loss drugs? Here’s what you need to know.

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Can Using Vaginal Estrogen Cream on Your Face Make You Look Younger?

Dermatologists weigh in on the pros and cons of an emerging skincare trend

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4 Things That Pain in Your Left Boob Might Mean

From nothing to something, random pain in your left breast can mean several things. Learn about four of the most common causes

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Type 2 Inflammation and Nasal Polyps

Learn how type 2 inflammation plays a role in nasal polyps coming back after treatment

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HIV Testing: Knowing Your Status Can Save Your Life

Watch this video to learn who should get tested for HIV and how to get tested

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Experiencing Odd Aches and Pains? When to Ask About Cancer and Metastatic Bone Disease

Don't wait until symptoms are present to ask your health care provider about metastatic bone disease

CONDITIONS & TREATMENTS

Do You Have to Have Surgery for Endometriosis?

Do You Have to Have Surgery for Endometriosis?

Not necessarily. There are medications that can be used to treat endometriosis. Here’s what you need to know.

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The Importance of Exercise and Nutrition While Using a GLP-1

Strength training and consistent nutrition should accompany GLP-1 use for optimal weight loss

Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers about Living with Nasal Polyps

Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers about Living with Nasal Polyps

Stella Lee, M.D., explains chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps

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Rural Women’s Health: Opportunities for Innovation and Investment

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Understanding the Latest Updates to Covid-19 Vaccine Guidance

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