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Sperm Mobility

Human sperm don't swim like tadpoles after all -- they swim like otters. This discovery could well change fertility treatment. >

The Downside of Prince Charming

When boys subscribe to the idea that girls need protecting, they run the risk of developing less benevolent attitudes down the road. >

Sexual Orientation and Teen Doctor Appointments

Doctor appointments can be tricky for teens who see themselves as non-binary. Most prefer for providers to bring up gender identity. >

The Truth about Testosterone Treatments

Men looking to improve their sex lives are easy prey for the testosterone supplements industry. The ACP has some guidelines. >

Nutraceuticals for Fertility? Think Again

Men with low sperm counts often try zinc and folate supplements to give semen a boost. Not only do they not help, they may fracture DNA. >

Flirting at Work

Many office workers think a little flirting at work can add some spice to the day, but things change when the flirt is a supervisor. >

Sex After 60

It's not uncommon for older women to experience a loss of libido, but it may have as much to do with their male partners as hormones. >

Diagnosis by Social Media

Social media sites like Reddit are being used to “crowd-diagnose” STDs. What does this say about the healthcare system? >

When First Sexual Encounters Are Coerced

For too many young women their first sexual experience is not consensual, and that can have lasting repercussions. >

HRT and Breast Cancer

Hormone replacement therapy can ease the symptoms of menopause, but there's a downside -- a higher risk of breast cancer. >

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