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Syphilis. What you Need to Know About This Sexually Transmitted Infection

Sexually transmitted cases of syphilis are on the rise worldwide. Here are the basics about syphilis all sexually active people need to know to stay safe and reduce the risk of infection.

One More Reason to Get a Flu Shot

Vaccination is associated with a nearly halving (40 percent drop) in the risk of Alzheimer’s disease over four years.

HIV Prevention for Women

Today, it is possible to prevent getting an HIV infection or passing the virus to your partner or baby. But women still face unique challenges in preventing HIV.

Hepatitis E

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. Viruses cause most cases of hepatitis. The type of hepatitis is named for the virus that causes it; hepatitis A, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, hepatitis D and hepatitis E.