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Frequent sex: Does it protect against prostate cancer?
Some studies have suggested that frequent ejaculation may reduce the risk of prostate cancer. But other research hasn't supported this idea.
Wrist blood pressure monitors: Are they accurate?
Devices that measure blood pressure at the wrist may be an option for some people. Know how to position a wrist monitor properly.
Colon cancer screening: At what age can you stop?
Some groups recommend people over 75 may consider stopping colon cancer screening. Not everyone agrees. Learn about your colon cancer screening options.
Polypill: Does it treat heart disease?
This combination pill contains small doses of several commonly prescribed heart disease medicines.
Ozone air purifiers: Can they improve asthma symptoms?
Ozone air purifiers don't reduce asthma symptoms. In fact, they can make asthma worse.
Vaginal dryness after menopause: How to treat it?
Low-dose estrogen therapy, vaginal moisturizers and vaginal lubricants are among treatments for this condition and the discomfort it causes.
Can vitamin D protect against coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)?
Find out what the research says about vitamin D and coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
COVID-19 infections by race: What's behind the health disparities?
Understand how underlying health problems, the places where people live and work, and racism can affect who becomes severely ill with COVID-19.
Prostate cancer metastasis: Where does prostate cancer spread?
Prostate cancer can spread (metastasize) just about anywhere in the body, but it's most likely to spread to the lymph nodes and bones.
Bacterial vs. viral infections: How do they differ?
Understand the differences between bacterial and viral infections.
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