The birth control pill has long been the birth control of choice for many women. While the birth control pill is 99% effective when used consistently, its effectiveness significantly drops if you veer from your daily dose.
The American Cancer Society estimates that nearly 66,000 new uterine and endometrial cancer cases will be diagnosed in the United States within the next year.
Cold sores are painful blisters in or around the mouth. These sores are a marker of the herpes simplex virus (HSV), which comes in two forms, HSV-1 and HSV-2. Anyone with either type of HSV is at risk of developing cold sores, but type one is most often responsible.
More than one in 10 Americans have high cholesterol. Why is this important to know? High cholesterol is one of the leading risk factors for heart disease, the number one killer of all Americans. As your total cholesterol rises, so does your risk for heart disease.
Avian influenza, or bird flu, has garnered more media attention this past year. Recent outbreaks in various parts of the world have caused concern, from wild birds in a Cuban zoo to the significant impact on poultry farms.
Does the size of an erection decrease with age? And is it okay that my erection isn’t as strong anymore?
Answer by urologist Chris Deibert, MD, MPH
Erectile dysfunction increases with age. Although men at any age may experience ED, aging plays an important role.
For each decade of age, about that percentage of men will have some amount of erectile dysfunction. So, in your 70s, about 70% of men will have some amount of ED.
There are many benefits to having a primary care provider. But what happens when you no longer have one? We spoke with Emily Hill Bowman, MD, to learn more!
If you or your child is experiencing a high fever and painful swallowing, it could be strep throat. The condition usually resolves on its own, but left untreated; it can lead to serious health issues. Read on to learn just how contagious it is and why antibiotics are important.