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Seven million sexually-active Americans catch Trichomoniasis each year, yet many have never even heard of the disease!

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In order to diagnose the digestive disorder inflammatory bowel syndrome, a doctor will examine the symptoms, like diarrhea, abdominal pain a...

A congenital disease, like brain damage or cerebral palsy, can be passed from mother to baby via an infection. These birth defects occur as...

Twenty million Americans catch an STD each year. Learning how to cope, how to stay healthy, and how to communicate with your sexual partners...

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...

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