When over 55-year-olds were asked what they thought their chances were of acquiring an STI from unprotected sex, 25% believed it was ‘next to nothing’ compared with 13% of 18-24 year olds.

Heidi Wright, head of practice at the RPSGB, said: ‘The majority of safe sex messages are targeted at teenagers, but as more adults begin new relationships later in life, they quite clearly need advice too.’

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The first company that comes up with a effective drug for obesity is bound to make billions.

Prior failures notwithstanding, a trio of small pharmaceutical companies are trying to come up with the next great obesity pill. That means clinical studies are ongoing.

So, what’s it like to participate in such a trial? Ed Susman, a contributing writer at MedPage Today, was involved in one, and chronicled his experiences over the past Read more »

by Kathy Summer

Women love using makeup to cover some unwanted blemishes and imperfections that can be seen clearly by naked eyes. They love using makeup to look prettier and eventually be more confident in showing their face to anyone. However, what these most women failed to realize is that use of makeup can destroy their face, making it unhealthy full of bacteria, acne, and other infections. But of course it’s still possible for these Read more »