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Bothersome Bugs

Bothersome Bugs

Between torturous tests and Friday frat parties, the last thing you want to think about is bed bugs. Unfortunately, these and other parasite...
College Health Guru
Understanding Trichomoniasis

Trichomoniasis (aka "Trich")

Seven million sexually-active Americans catch Trichomoniasis each year, yet many have never even heard of the disease!
Expert : Dr. Alice Ko
Sex Health Guru
LicePrevention

National Head Lice Prevention Month

The subject of head lice is not a pleasant one, and there are many misconceptions regarding these pesky creatures.
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
News Health Guru
Food Safety for Globe Trekkers

Food Safety for Globe Trekkers

There's nothing that can ruin foreign travel faster than ignoring food safety precautions--just ask anyone who's ever suffered traveler's di...
Health Guru

Understanding Toxoplasmosis

Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by a parasite. If a pregnant woman contracts toxoplasmosis, there is a 40% chance that her unborn child...
Pregnancy Health Guru

Toxoplasmosis: Pregnancy, Prevention, and Treatment

If a woman contracts toxoplasmosis during pregnancy, there is a possibility that her unborn child will be infected.
Pregnancy Health Guru
Living With an STD

Living With an STD

Twenty million Americans catch an STD each year. Learning how to cope, how to stay healthy, and how to communicate with your sexual partners...
Expert : Dr. Alice Ko
Sex Health Guru
STD Testing

STD Testing

Most doctors don't test for the two most common sexually transmitted diseases - unless you ask them to! Learn what to ask for at your next S...
Expert : Dr. Alice Ko
Sex Health Guru
Your Pregnant Home Life

Your Pregnant Home Life

Pregnancy life at home can feel like it is filled with hazards - the microwave, kitty litter, household lead paint, and even the garden. Th...
Pregnancy Health Guru