Syphilis is everywhere. How it spreads and why early treatment matters.

Syphilis spreads primarily through vaginal, anal or oral sex, Shen explains. Condoms greatly reduce risk, but they do not ...

I hate getting Pap smears. Is there a safe alternative?

You may have heard about HPV testing and self-swabbing to collect the sample. Does that work as well? Here are the ins and outs of this newer option.

“Call It A Stupidity Tax”: ER Staff Share What Patients Make Their Job Harder Than It Already Is

The emergency room is, well, for actual emergencies. If you’re badly hurt or your life is in danger, you must go to the ER. Otherwise, if you’re fine, you shouldn’t tie up doctors’ and nurses’ ...