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A Young Woman's Battle With HIV
A new autobiography highlights the impact of HIV/AIDS on young black women.
Symptom Search
American Hospital Association Symptom Finder
Discover possible causes of your symptoms.
Sexual Health
Watermelon (Jupiter Images)
Science of Aphrodisiacs
We've heard some flimsy claims about libido-boosting foods. But there's some sound science, too.
On Health & Money
Harry and Louise Want Healthcare Fixed Now
This time, the famous couple from campaign advertising think reform is a good thing.
Children's Health
Boy sitting on floor surrounded by toys (Jupiter Images)
Safer Toys Will Come, but Parents Can Act Now
A new consumer product act will safeguard kids, but it won't kick in immediately.
Living Well
3 Myths and 1 Truth About Running and Your Health
No, exercise won't shorten your life. A new study, in fact, links running to longevity.
David Oliver competes in the men's 110 hurdles semi-finals during day eight of the U.S. Track and Field Olympic Trials at Hayward Field on July 6, 2008 in Eugene, Oregon. (Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
Learning from Olympians
Six ways recreational athletes can improve their fitness by copying Olympians.
Cancer
Breast Cancer Relapse: Still a Real Risk
A study provides reassurance on recurrence, but a woman needs to look at her individual odds.
Prostate Tests: What 9 Types of Men Should Do
A public health group comes out against PSA screening in older men. How to decide for yourself.
Living Well
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Gallery: New Bikes for Getting Around Town
A range of new bikes promise to make everyday travel as comfortable and fashionable as it is cheap.
Women's Health
Female Athletes in a World of Hurt
Author Michael Sokolove explains what's behind an "epidemic" of sports injuries in women.
America's Best Hospitals
Peering through a microscope as he works, neurosurgeon Reid Thompson carefully makes his way into Hardy's right frontal lobe to get at the tumor. (Jim Lo Scalzo for USN&WR)
America's Best Hospitals
A great hospital is different because of an internal culture of excellence.
