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Gender-Confirmation Surgeries on the Rise in US
By Rachael Rettner published
The number of surgeries done to confirm a person's gender identity, also referred to as sex reassignment surgeries, has increased in recent years.
What Is Estrogen?
By Alina Bradford published
Estrogens are hormones that that are important for sexual and reproductive development, mainly in women. They are also referred to as female sex hormones.
Supremely Annoying: Female SCOTUS Justices Get Interrupted More
By Sara G. Miller published
Just because a judge makes it to the Supreme Court, that doesn't mean the person gets to speak freely: A new study finds that female justices are interrupted more than male justices.
Back to the '50s? Many Teens Say Man Should Be in Charge at Home
By Stephanie Pappas published
Today's high school seniors believe in gender equality at work, but are becoming more traditional in their beliefs about home life.
Women's Entire Menstrual Cycle Replicated in a Lab
By Amanda Onion published
The entire female menstrual cycle has been replicated in a bento-box-like device that can fit into the palm of your hand.
Americans Are Having Less Sex: By the Numbers
By Mindy Weisberger published
Something's up in bedrooms across America that's driving sexual activity down.
Do Women Really Need a Yearly Pelvic Exam?
By Rachael Rettner published
Experts are still debating whether women need a pelvic exam at their yearly visit to a gynecologist.
'Love Hormone' May Help Dads Bond with Toddlers
By Cari Nierenberg published
Dads who looked at a picture of their kids, showed more activity in certain parts of their brains after a boost of oxytocin via a nasal spray.
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