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HPV, the Most Common Sexually Transmitted Infection: What It Is, How It Spreads, and What It Means if You Test Positive

General Health Infectious Diseases Reproductive Health

🔶What is HPV? HPV (human papillomavirus) is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI). Most people who get HPV clear the virus on their own within two years and don’t have symptoms – but because some types can lead to cancer or genital warts, it’s helpful for everyone to know about HPV prevention and treatment. Read more…

Osteoporosis treatment options: pills, injections, or lifestyle changes — how do I choose what’s right for me?

Aging General Health Treatments

Managing osteoporosis begins with lifestyle approaches. Medication can further lower the chance of a bone break from osteoporosis. Your clinician can help you decide which treatment is right for you. When my mom was first diagnosed with osteoporosis, she was both surprised and upset. The idea of thinning bones is an unsettling thought. It’s especially Read more…

Let’s talk about bone health!

Aging General Health Videos

🦴Hey everyone! Let’s talk about something that matters to all of us—bone health! 💡Did you know your skeleton is constantly being rebuilt—so much so that every 10 years, you basically have a brand-new skeleton! So, how can you keep your bones strong and healthy now and throughout life? 👀Watch this video to find out! Additionally, Read more…

What is osteoarthritis?

Aging General Health

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and is caused by joint breakdown over time. There’s currently no cure, but lifestyle changes and certain treatments can help with symptoms Osteoarthritis, or OA, is caused by chronic breakdown of the entire joint, including cartilage (the soft connective tissue “shock absorber”), tendons and ligaments (tissues connecting Read more…

Science and medical research funding are at risk. We all can help!

General Health Health Policy Hot Health Topics

Science changes lives, fuels our economy, trains the next generation and offers hope through medical breakthroughs. Right now, the funding for scientific and medical research is at risk. We all can help! Here are some resources to get you started. Science changes lives, fuels our economy, trains the next generation and offers hope through medical Read more…