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May 31, 2016

Flame retardants tied to risk of thyroid disease in women

Women with high levels of common flame retardants in their blood may have an elevated risk for thyroid disease, a recent study suggests.

May 31, 2016

Finally allowed 2nd child, older Chinese parents turn to IVF

China's decision to allow all married couples to have two children is driving a surge in demand for fertility treatment among older women, putting heavy pressure on clinics and breaking down past sensitivities, and even shame, about the issue.

May 31, 2016

WHO advises 8 weeks of safe sex after return from Zika areas

People returning from areas with transmission of the Zika virus should follow safer sex practices or abstain from sex for at least eight weeks, the World Health Organization said on Tuesday, doubling the four weeks it had previously recommended.

May 31, 2016

These personality traits are linked to a healthier sex life

Ever wondered the true secret of great—and frequent—sex?

May 29, 2016

13 ways to improve recovery after a C-section

Most moms aren’t thrilled with the idea of having a cesarean section because let’s face it— it’s serious surgery that carries a laundry list of risks.

May 27, 2016

Georgia health officials report sexually transmitted case of Zika virus

Georgia health officials reported the state’s first sexually transmitted Zika case on Thursday.

May 27, 2016

CDC's Frieden says Zika not a reason to cancel Olympics

The widespread Zika virus outbreak in Brazil does not pose enough of a threat to warrant canceling or putting off the Olympic Games set to be held in Rio de Janeiro in August, a leading U.S. health official said on Thursday .

May 27, 2016

Social media-based HIV testing finds new cases

Outreach on social media may help encourage men at high risk for HIV infection to get themselves tested, a new study from the U.K. suggests.

May 27, 2016

New HIV vaccine trial aims to build on earlier modest success

A late-stage trial will begin later this year in South Africa to test the effectiveness of an HIV vaccine that has shown promise in earlier trials, according to the National Institutes of Health.

May 26, 2016

Common myths about exercising during pregnancy

Studies show there are many benefits of exercising during and after pregnancy. Yet, despite the growing research, many women are still unsure about what’s safe and what isn't. Dr. Manny sits down with Dr. Denise Jagroo to debunk some of the most common pregnancy exercise myths