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- Website: Mayo Clinic
- Resource type: Article
Summary - The message of this resource is:
Sexual feelings don't disappear as you age. Illness, medications and health conditions can affect your sexual life. Talk with your partner and remember that people of all ages should practice safe sex.
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Keywords
menopause, vaginal, sexually transmitted infections, STI, love life, libido, relationship, erectile, penis, erection
How was this rated?
Step 1 - Evidence-based
Is this information reliable, based on scientific research?
Step 2 - Transparency
Is it clear who developed the resource and how?
Step 3 - Usability
Is the information easy to understand and easy to use?
Rated on: 8/22/2017 4:29:44 PM
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