The U.S. government has dropped its effort to block a court order that would make the morning-after contraceptive pill available over-the-counter to all women and girls.
The U.S. government has dropped its effort to block a court order that would make the morning-after contraceptive pill available over-the-counter to all women and girls.
Anxiety-related sexual problems occur among young adults with congenital heart disease who have implanted heart defibrillators, a new study finds.
Anxiety-related sexual problems occur among young adults with congenital heart disease who have implanted heart defibrillators, a new study finds.
Men with high levels of narcissism -- an unrealistically positive self-image coupled with feelings of entitlement -- have an easier time than others attracting a potential mate, new German research says.
Men with high levels of narcissism -- an unrealistically positive self-image coupled with feelings of entitlement -- have an easier time than others attracting a potential mate, new German research says.
Women appear to have a natural defense against the world's most common sexually transmitted infection, a new study says.
Women appear to have a natural defense against the world's most common sexually transmitted infection, a new study says.
People who follow the ancient practice of yoga may be getting an added health boost, with a new study suggesting it can fight high blood pressure -- also known as hypertension.
People who follow the ancient practice of yoga may be getting an added health boost, with a new study suggesting it can fight high blood pressure -- also known as hypertension.
Public funding of assisted reproductive technology, including in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments, broadens the range of couples who seek treatment for infertility by attracting a more diverse population.
Public funding of assisted reproductive technology, including in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments, broadens the range of couples who seek treatment for infertility by attracting a more diverse population.
The notion of wealthy "sugar daddies" with young, pretty wives and well-heeled "cougar" women with handsome, young husbands may be more fiction than fact, new research suggests.
The notion of wealthy "sugar daddies" with young, pretty wives and well-heeled "cougar" women with handsome, young husbands may be more fiction than fact, new research suggests.
The Obama administration announced late Wednesday that it would appeal a federal judge's order to eliminate any age restrictions on who can buy morning-after birth control pills without a prescription.
The Obama administration announced late Wednesday that it would appeal a federal judge's order to eliminate any age restrictions on who can buy morning-after birth control pills without a prescription.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the over-the-counter sale of Plan B One-Step for use as emergency contraception by girls and women aged 15 and older.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the over-the-counter sale of Plan B One-Step for use as emergency contraception by girls and women aged 15 and older.
Danish scientists testing a novel HIV treatment in human trials contend that they're confident their strategy will result in a cure for the AIDS-causing virus, according to news reports.
Danish scientists testing a novel HIV treatment in human trials contend that they're confident their strategy will result in a cure for the AIDS-causing virus, according to news reports.
It's easy to blame pornography for prompting young people to engage in risky sex, but a new study suggests that the use of sexually explicit material doesn't have a lot to do with sexual behavior.
It's easy to blame pornography for prompting young people to engage in risky sex, but a new study suggests that the use of sexually explicit material doesn't have a lot to do with sexual behavior.
A robot might tidy your kitchen some day, but how will you feel about the mechanical member of the household?
A robot might tidy your kitchen some day, but how will you feel about the mechanical member of the household?
A hefty chunk of your happiness may depend on whether you believe you're having as much sex as your peers are, new research suggests.
A hefty chunk of your happiness may depend on whether you believe you're having as much sex as your peers are, new research suggests.
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to make the so-called "morning-after pill" -- an emergency contraceptive -- available to all women regardless of age.
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to make the so-called "morning-after pill" -- an emergency contraceptive -- available to all women regardless of age.
Many more American women are living with their partners rather than tying the knot, a new government survey finds.
Many more American women are living with their partners rather than tying the knot, a new government survey finds.
It's rare for children in the United States aged 10 to 12 to be sexually active, especially on a voluntary basis, a new study finds. However, almost one in five teens has had sex before age 15.
It's rare for children in the United States aged 10 to 12 to be sexually active, especially on a voluntary basis, a new study finds. However, almost one in five teens has had sex before age 15.
Men appear to have a biologically based control to prevent them from committing adultery with their friends' wives, a new study says.
Men appear to have a biologically based control to prevent them from committing adultery with their friends' wives, a new study says.
Girls who are sexually abused or neglected during adolescence are more likely to become teen moms, regardless of their race, family income or if they come from a one- or two-parent home, according to a new study.
Girls who are sexually abused or neglected during adolescence are more likely to become teen moms, regardless of their race, family income or if they come from a one- or two-parent home, according to a new study.
Although most people get a total hip or knee replacement to decrease pain and move around more easily, a team of orthopedic surgeons has discovered an unexpected benefit: people enjoy sex more after surgery.
Although most people get a total hip or knee replacement to decrease pain and move around more easily, a team of orthopedic surgeons has discovered an unexpected benefit: people enjoy sex more after surgery.
About one in every 50 heterosexual Americans living in poorer urban neighborhoods is infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Thursday.
About one in every 50 heterosexual Americans living in poorer urban neighborhoods is infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Thursday.
More than half of all teens and young adults in the United States know a victim of dating violence or sexual assault, according to a new national survey.
More than half of all teens and young adults in the United States know a victim of dating violence or sexual assault, according to a new national survey.
The death rate among Danish men in same-sex partnerships has dropped significantly since the 1990s, but the death rate among women in same-sex unions is increasing, a new study finds.
The death rate among Danish men in same-sex partnerships has dropped significantly since the 1990s, but the death rate among women in same-sex unions is increasing, a new study finds.
The number of women worldwide using modern contraceptive methods such as birth control pills is increasing, but an estimated 233 million women with partners may not have access to these methods in 2015, a new study...
The number of women worldwide using modern contraceptive methods such as birth control pills is increasing, but an estimated 233 million women with partners may not have access to these methods in 2015, a new study suggests.
Feeling insecure and frequently anxious about your romantic relationship can actually harm your health, new research contends.
Feeling insecure and frequently anxious about your romantic relationship can actually harm your health, new research contends.
The number of U.S. women using the "morning-after" contraception pill has risen dramatically in the last decade, federal health officials report.
The number of U.S. women using the "morning-after" contraception pill has risen dramatically in the last decade, federal health officials report.
If you're hoping that a bouquet of flowers or a heart-shaped box of chocolates might give your relationship a boost this Valentine's Day, you might be disappointed.
If you're hoping that a bouquet of flowers or a heart-shaped box of chocolates might give your relationship a boost this Valentine's Day, you might be disappointed.
On Valentine's Day, single men are far more likely than married guys to splurge on a loved one, a marketing expert from Harvard Business School says.
On Valentine's Day, single men are far more likely than married guys to splurge on a loved one, a marketing expert from Harvard Business School says.
Many people say they would avoid real-life contact with someone who unfriended them on Facebook, a new study finds.
Many people say they would avoid real-life contact with someone who unfriended them on Facebook, a new study finds.
Teen birth rates have dropped yet again, reaching a historic low, and the number of babies being born early or with a low birth weight has also declined, a new U.S. government report shows.
Teen birth rates have dropped yet again, reaching a historic low, and the number of babies being born early or with a low birth weight has also declined, a new U.S. government report shows.
Men are from Mars, and Women are from Venus? Maybe not.
Men are from Mars, and Women are from Venus? Maybe not.
Marriage appears to reduce the risk of heart attacks for both men and women, according to researchers in Finland.
Marriage appears to reduce the risk of heart attacks for both men and women, according to researchers in Finland.
If you're one of those husbands who thinks taking over some of your wife's household chores will translate into having sex more often, maybe you should think again.
If you're one of those husbands who thinks taking over some of your wife's household chores will translate into having sex more often, maybe you should think again.
Being open about their sexual orientation offers health benefits for lesbians, gays and bisexuals, according to a new study.
Being open about their sexual orientation offers health benefits for lesbians, gays and bisexuals, according to a new study.
Everyone has had that friend who was svelte when single and then became noticeably more plump after entering a state of marital bliss.
Everyone has had that friend who was svelte when single and then became noticeably more plump after entering a state of marital bliss.
Here's yet another reason to get hitched and stay hitched: New research suggests that being single during midlife appears to raise the risk for premature death.
Here's yet another reason to get hitched and stay hitched: New research suggests that being single during midlife appears to raise the risk for premature death.
Teenagers who experience dating violence could be more likely to get involved in violent relationships and have health problems as young adults, a new study suggests.
Teenagers who experience dating violence could be more likely to get involved in violent relationships and have health problems as young adults, a new study suggests.
A new study of couples treated for infertility found a significantly higher death rate among couples who remained childless and lower odds of psychiatric illness among those who adopt.
A new study of couples treated for infertility found a significantly higher death rate among couples who remained childless and lower odds of psychiatric illness among those who adopt.
A national survey finds that American college students believe that 25 is the right age to get married, but most of their parents believe that's a bit too young.
A national survey finds that American college students believe that 25 is the right age to get married, but most of their parents believe that's a bit too young.
If you're a man, new research suggests that brushing and flossing regularly could have an impact on your sex life.
If you're a man, new research suggests that brushing and flossing regularly could have an impact on your sex life.
Birth control pills are safe and should be sold over-the-counter without the need for a doctor's exam or prescription, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommended Tuesday.
Birth control pills are safe and should be sold over-the-counter without the need for a doctor's exam or prescription, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommended Tuesday.
The difference between happy and unhappy couples is how they fight -- constructively or destructively.
The difference between happy and unhappy couples is how they fight -- constructively or destructively.
A new study of Dutch teens finds that few of them frequently engage in risky online activity related to sex, such as sending naked photos to strangers and searching for sex partners.
A new study of Dutch teens finds that few of them frequently engage in risky online activity related to sex, such as sending naked photos to strangers and searching for sex partners.
Teens with smartphones are more likely to have sex and meet others online for sex than teens without Internet access on their phones, according to a new study.
Teens with smartphones are more likely to have sex and meet others online for sex than teens without Internet access on their phones, according to a new study.
In recent years, media reports of celebrities -- usually men -- citing "sex addiction" as the reason they've been unfaithful have made headlines.
In recent years, media reports of celebrities -- usually men -- citing "sex addiction" as the reason they've been unfaithful have made headlines.
The idea that fathers play a significant role in the development of their kids' approach to sex has received some support in a new evidence review.
The idea that fathers play a significant role in the development of their kids' approach to sex has received some support in a new evidence review.
Testosterone, commonly thought of as the male sex hormone, seems to promote honesty, a new study suggests.
Testosterone, commonly thought of as the male sex hormone, seems to promote honesty, a new study suggests.
Young girls who receive a vaccine to protect against the virus that causes cervical cancer do not become sexually promiscuous after the shot, new research finds.
Young girls who receive a vaccine to protect against the virus that causes cervical cancer do not become sexually promiscuous after the shot, new research finds.
Social media can be used to help convince young adults to use condoms to prevent sexually transmitted diseases, a new study finds.
Social media can be used to help convince young adults to use condoms to prevent sexually transmitted diseases, a new study finds.
As a nationwide outbreak of steroid-linked meningitis grabs headlines, health officials in New York City say a separate, unrelated outbreak is hitting gay and bisexual men.
As a nationwide outbreak of steroid-linked meningitis grabs headlines, health officials in New York City say a separate, unrelated outbreak is hitting gay and bisexual men.
Men with certain gene mutations may be at higher risk for erectile dysfunction after receiving radiation therapy for prostate cancer than other patients, a new study suggests.
Men with certain gene mutations may be at higher risk for erectile dysfunction after receiving radiation therapy for prostate cancer than other patients, a new study suggests.
Although Facebook can help loving couples feel connected 24/7, there's a downside to all that connectedness when the relationship sours, a new study contends.
Although Facebook can help loving couples feel connected 24/7, there's a downside to all that connectedness when the relationship sours, a new study contends.
Women having second thoughts about getting married should trust their instincts, according to new research.
Women having second thoughts about getting married should trust their instincts, according to new research.
Teens who "sext" sexually explicit texts are probably taking other sexual risks as well, with research indicating they are significantly more apt to be having unprotected sex.
Teens who "sext" sexually explicit texts are probably taking other sexual risks as well, with research indicating they are significantly more apt to be having unprotected sex.
New research finds the brains of men and women process what they see differently.
New research finds the brains of men and women process what they see differently.
Can marriage -- or divorce -- drive people to drink?
Can marriage -- or divorce -- drive people to drink?
Two-thirds of Americans aged 15 to 24 have engaged in oral sex, according to a broad new survey of young people's sexual habits.
Two-thirds of Americans aged 15 to 24 have engaged in oral sex, according to a broad new survey of young people's sexual habits.
With options shrinking to a single antibiotic that can fight resistant strains of gonorrhea, U.S. health authorities issued revised guidelines for treating the sexually transmitted bacteria on Thursday.
With options shrinking to a single antibiotic that can fight resistant strains of gonorrhea, U.S. health authorities issued revised guidelines for treating the sexually transmitted bacteria on Thursday.
New research suggests that stress makes men more likely to be attracted to slightly heavier women, possibly because evolution has programmed them that way.
New research suggests that stress makes men more likely to be attracted to slightly heavier women, possibly because evolution has programmed them that way.
When it comes to human courtship, a little silliness and kidding around might help ensure success, scientists say.
When it comes to human courtship, a little silliness and kidding around might help ensure success, scientists say.
For men, adding more inches to the waistline could mean trouble in the bedroom, a new study finds.
For men, adding more inches to the waistline could mean trouble in the bedroom, a new study finds.
Think married men and women show their love in vastly different ways? Not necessarily.
Think married men and women show their love in vastly different ways? Not necessarily.
More than a third of births in the United States stem from unintended pregnancies, a number that's remained steady in the United States from 1982 to 2010, a new government report indicates.
More than a third of births in the United States stem from unintended pregnancies, a number that's remained steady in the United States from 1982 to 2010, a new government report indicates.
Black teenagers in the United States have become much less sexually active over the past two decades, and those who do have sex appear to be more likely to use condoms, a new survey has found.
Black teenagers in the United States have become much less sexually active over the past two decades, and those who do have sex appear to be more likely to use condoms, a new survey has found.
New research pinpoints a major reason why gay and bisexual men remain so vulnerable to the AIDS epidemic.
New research pinpoints a major reason why gay and bisexual men remain so vulnerable to the AIDS epidemic: When it comes to the transmission of HIV, a man who has unprotected anal intercourse is at especially high risk.
Sex scenes in movies influence teens' sexual behavior, new research suggests.
Sex scenes in movies influence teens' sexual behavior, new research suggests.
For the first time, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the use of a pill to help prevent HIV infection in uninfected, high-risk people.
For the first time, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the use of a pill to help prevent HIV infection in uninfected, high-risk people.
Money problems, drinking and drug use are among the social and economic factors that make low-income couples less likely to marry and more likely to divorce than couples with more money.
Money problems, drinking and drug use are among the social and economic factors that make low-income couples less likely to marry and more likely to divorce than couples with more money, a new study suggests.
Even among unvaccinated girls and young women, the human papillomavirus vaccine is reducing infections of certain strains of the virus known to cause genital warts and cervical cancer.
Even among unvaccinated girls and young women, the human papillomavirus vaccine is reducing infections of certain strains of the virus known to cause genital warts and cervical cancer, new research finds.
Although dating violence is a recognized problem for U.S. teens, a majority of high school counselors say their school provides no training or guidelines for dealing with abusive romantic relationships.
Although dating violence is a recognized problem for U.S. teens, a majority of high school counselors say their school provides no training or guidelines for dealing with abusive romantic relationships, a new study finds.
Men may one day have a birth-control option other than the condom or vasectomy -- if early research on a new contraceptive gel pans out.
Men may one day have a birth-control option other than the condom or vasectomy -- if early research on a new contraceptive gel pans out.
More than 1 million people in the United States are living with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, but 20 percent of them don't know they're infected.
More than 1 million people in the United States are living with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, but 20 percent of them don't know they're infected.
Love and sexual desire activate different but related areas of the brain, according to a new study.
Love and sexual desire activate different but related areas of the brain, according to a new study.
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