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Effects of STDs
The effects of STDs, or sexually transmitted diseases, vary depending on the type of infection, but can include sores, swollen genitals, redness, drainage, skin rashes, weight loss, loose stool or...
How Are STDs Affecting Teens?
STDs affect teens by causing potential viral infections that will last forever, or by leading to a social stigma that makes teenagers anxious and fearful of social contact. Learn about the...
Common Myths About STDs
Common myths about STDs include: sexually transmitted diseases cannot be contracted if two people haven't had vaginal sex; herpes is only spread during an outbreak; and wearing a condom protects...
Heart Attack Symptoms in Men
The symptoms of a heart attack in men often include chest pain, pressure in the middle of the chest that radiates to the jaw and extremities, shortness of breath, nausea and feeling lightheaded....
Compare Birth Control Pills
There are two main types of birth control pills on the market: the combination pill that contains estrogen and synthetic progesterone and the progesterone only pill. Consult a doctor to discuss...
Condoms Facts
The most popular type of condom is the male condom, which fits over the penis and serves as a barrier form of birth control. Use latex condoms to help prevent sexually transmitted diseases as well...
How Does Birth Control Work?
Barrier forms of birth control, like condoms, work by preventing sperm from entering the vagina. Hormonal birth control pills keep a woman from ovulating and prohibit fertilized eggs from...
What Is an STD?
An STD is a sexually transmitted disease that is spread by having oral, vaginal or anal sex with an infected person. Find out about different types of STDs, such as genital herpes, HPV, syphilis,...
Using Hydrogen Peroxide for Ear Wax Removal
Using hydrogen peroxide for ear wax removal is pretty harmless as long as the ear drum is intact and functioning properly. Avoid damaging the bones in the ear drum that conduct vibration with...
Heart Attack Signs in Women
Heart attack signs that frequently occur in women include shortness of breath, weakness in the extremities, unusual fatigue, nausea, dizziness and lower chest or upper abdominal discomfort....