1 Million Infant Slings Recalled

Infantino is voluntarily recalling one million SlingRider and Wendy Bellissimo infant slings after three infant deaths were linked to the products.

Over-the-Counter Genital Herpes Drug Introduced

According to a company press release, the Fast-Results! genital herpes treatment is intended to be used along with prescription meds for the condition.

Gays, Lesbians Often Left Out of Medical Studies

A report published in a recent issue of the New England Journal of Medicine has found that gays and lesbians are often excluded from sexual health medical studies.

Triplet Births Rising–and Their Death Rates Are High

According to a new study in Norway, the rates of triplet births are rising, and the death rate for these babies is 10 times higher than it is for single births.

Acne Medication May Fight AIDS

Minocin (minocycline)–an acne drug that has been used to decades–has been found to target infected immune cells that harbor dormant HIV before it reactivates and spreads infection.

Mediterranean Diet Boosts Fertility Treatment Success: Study

Doctors in the Netherlands have found that women who eat a diet rich in vegetables, fish, and vegetable oils have a better chance of becoming pregnant after infertility treatment than women who do not follow this traditional Mediterranean diet.

Infertility May Lead to Sexual Problems

According to a new study published in the journal Fertility and Sterility, women who are infertile also face an increased risk of sexual dysfunction.

March Madness an Ideal Time for Vasectomy, Doctors Say

Urologists say that since the surgery requires men to sit on the couch for long periods of time, the basketball tournament gives patients a great excuse to watch game after game while they recuperate.

Ways the Health Care Bill Could Affect You

If the compromise bill currently under consideration in the House passes, experts say Americans will notice some immediate changes to their health care, while others won’t be felt for years.

Ways the Health Care Bill Could Affect You

If the compromise bill currently under consideration in the House passes, experts say Americans will notice some immediate changes to their health care, while others won’t be felt for years.

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