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West Nile fever is a disease spread mainly by mosquitoes. Although it usually doesn't cause any complications, in some cases, the illnes can take a severe form and, potentially, cause death.

Does the COVID-19 pandemic count as a traumatic event — and are we going to see a sharp rise in PTSD cases by the time this is all over? Are you at risk? And what can you do for your mental health right now?

Any surgical procedure comes with a risk of failure. Dental implants have a 98 percent success rate in studies around the world. What makes the two percent different? Why do dental implants fail?

Dating someone with HIV, and hoping for sex? When properly treated, HIV no longer has to be a death sentence, and there are plenty of ways to have a fulfilling intimate relationship while minimizing your risk of infection. What do you need to know?

Zygomatic implants have proven to be an excellent treatment option for patients with very little bone in the upper jaw. Newer 3D imaging and treatment planning have these implants more common than ever before. Here is what you should know.

No, we are not lobbying against masturbation, a perfectly normal and health part of human sexuality — but we do recognize that masturbation can start posing physical and mental threats. How much is too much? What are the signs that you have a problem?

Your breakup or divorce wasn't your kids' fault, but they may not realize that. How can newly single parents help get this message through to their children? Here are some perhaps unexpected tips.

What is stress incontinence, how can you manage it, and what can your doctor do to treat you?

Obesity increases the risk of incontinence. Losing weight — even just a small percentage of your initial body weight — is the best option, but other treatments can also be of help. Here's what you need to know.

What causes urinary incontinence in men, and what can you do if you're afflicted with this annoying and often embarrassing problem?