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PSA Test Cuts Prostate-Cancer Deaths -- At a Cost

PSA Test Cuts Prostate-Cancer Deaths -- At a Cost

In contrast to the U.S. study, Europe's study of PSA screening finds the test cuts prostate cancer deaths by 21% after 11 years.......[Read More]
Is Cervical Cancer Inherited?

Is Cervical Cancer Inherited?

In strictest terms, cervical cancer is not "inherited," meaning that is not genetically transmitted from one's ancestors. However, family history of cervical cancer is one factor that contributes to a woman's overall risk of developing the condition.......[Read More]
Too Few Prostate Cancer Patients Get Bone-Strengthening Meds: Study

Too Few Prostate Cancer Patients Get Bone-Strengthening Meds: Study

Men receiving hormone therapy may be missing out on protective drugs, researcher says......[Read More]
Genital Warts Review

Genital Warts Review

Genital warts are the physical manifestation of the human papilloma virus. As the name suggests they are found on human genitals. Warts general thrive in moist areas on the human body, genital warts then will be found on the moist areas of our genitals.......[Read More]
Trichomoniasis Information And Facts

Trichomoniasis Information And Facts

Trichomoniasis is one of the most common sexually transmitted disease with over 7.4 million cases reported from the United States alone. There are a large number of cases suffering from this disease that do not get reported at all because it cannot be diagnosed in the first place. Diagnosing Trichom......[Read More]
Most Common STDs for Women and Men

Most Common STDs for Women and Men

The possibility of infections and diseases are as much a part of sex as the fun is. Recognizing the symptoms is a start, but you won't always notice chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes, and other STDs.......[Read More]
Optimizing the Use of Docetaxel in Men With Metastatic Prostate Cancer

Optimizing the Use of Docetaxel in Men With Metastatic Prostate Cancer

Issues concerning docetaxel initiation, duration of therapy, and treatment holidays, is critical for the informed use of this regimen in men with castration-resistant prostate cancer.......[Read More]
Breast & Nipple Pain

Breast & Nipple Pain

Throughout a woman's life, problems with breast or nipple pain are sure to arise. Although these symptoms are often quite normal, they can sometimes indicate more serious problems.......[Read More]
Epididymitis - Symptoms, Diagnosis, Stages and Treatment

Epididymitis - Symptoms, Diagnosis, Stages and Treatment

Are you suffering from a low-grade fever, chills, and a heavy sensation in the area of the testicle that becomes sensitive to pressure? If you are, then you might just have a case of epididymitis!......[Read More]
Being Aware Of The Signs And Symptoms Of Genital Warts

Being Aware Of The Signs And Symptoms Of Genital Warts

As genital warts are really painful and embarrassing, people try to identify the signs and symptoms of genital warts. Unfortunately, you cannot predict earlier and be careful. In some cases, it's safe sex that may prevent you catching the infection and in some other cases it could only be preve......[Read More]
HIV AIDS News TOC Page

HIV AIDS News TOC Page

Find timely health and medical news on HIV and AIDS at WebMD.......[Read More]
Will Clomid Get You Pregnant With Twins?

Will Clomid Get You Pregnant With Twins?

Clomid twins aren't common, but they aren't rare either. What are your odds for twins?......[Read More]
Common Symptoms of Genital Herpes

Common Symptoms of Genital Herpes

WebMD explains the causes, triggers, symptoms, and treatment of genital herpes in men and women.......[Read More]
Disparities in Contraceptive Access and Provision

Disparities in Contraceptive Access and Provision

Do women across the socioeconomic spectrum in the US have equal access to contraception, or do disparities exist?......[Read More]
Common STD Infections - What Is Gonorrhea?

Common STD Infections - What Is Gonorrhea?

In the US alone gonorrhea is estimated to affect up to six hundred and fifty thousand people every year. Furthermore statistics reveal that women between fifteen and nineteen years and men between twenty and twenty-four years have the highest rate of infection.......[Read More]
The Most Common STD

The Most Common STD

Sexually transmitted diseases are not as unusual as people may think. Statistics show that about 50 million people all over the world acquire sexually transmitted diseases in just a single year. With that kind of number, one would be inclined to ask what the most common STD is.......[Read More]
How to Treat Early Prostate Cancer

How to Treat Early Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer is soon going to surpass lung and colon cancers as the most common cancer in men. Due to the increase in use of prostate cancer screening, many prostate cancers are detected at early stages and remain localized. Early prostate cancers are curable. Treatments of early prostate cancer ......[Read More]
Active Recall to Increase HIV and STI Testing

Active Recall to Increase HIV and STI Testing

Are active recall interventions associated with higher retesting rates for HIV or STI?......[Read More]
Study: Men's 'Down Low' Sex Often Stereotyped

Study: Men's 'Down Low' Sex Often Stereotyped

Researchers Say Media Attention of Down Low Behavior Is Misdirected......[Read More]
How to Get Rid of Genital Herpes Symptoms and Live a Normal Life

How to Get Rid of Genital Herpes Symptoms and Live a Normal Life

Let me tell you right off the bat that you cannot get rid of genital herpes. It is caused by a sexually transmitted virus that once contracted, stays in the body for life. Usually, the disease lies dormant but lifestyle factors such as stress or improper diet can cause an outbreak leading to the eme......[Read More]