A Primer on Lady Libido Care
At least 4 in 10 premenopausal women report some measure of sexual dysfunction. Here's what to know about getting care to get it on.
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A Lot of Younger Women Deal With Bladder Leakage
It's not just you, and you don't need to let it dictate your life.
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What to Know About the 4 Main Types of Anesthesia
A quick primer on going under and getting numbed up.
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These 5 Medical Specialties Are On the Rise. Here’s Why
A shortage of primary care doctors and soaring healthcare costs are part of the reason.
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Your Guide to In-flight Medical Care
Healthcare pros, flight attendants and airlines explain what comes after "Is there a doctor on board?"
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Do You Know How a Living Will Works?
Only 1/3 of Americans document their healthcare wishes. Here's why more people should consider advance care planning, and how to go about it.
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How to Make the Lifestyle Changes Your Doctor Suggests
Forming a new habit is often easier said than done. Here are researched-backed tips to help you follow through on your doctor’s orders.
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Is the U.S. Measles Crisis Almost Over?
We're not out of the woods yet. Here's a primer on why the contagious virus is back and what might happen next.
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