New female condoms pitched at AIDS conference draw mixed reactions
Two drug makers showcased female body condoms in San Francisco claiming higher effectiveness and control for women, priced at 1.50 each, despite critics calling the design odd looking. Separate studies report higher bacteria counts in cheaper hotel bathrooms and propose monthly cat baths as a relief for allergic owners.
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Older couples find life rich without sex in survey
Readers share views on sexless marriages revealing surprising trends among seniors. More than 35,000 responses show 65 percent of couples over 60 and 75 percent over 70 report little or no sex, yet say they are happy. Comments from Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Portland, Grand Rapids, and Houston highlight affection, humor, and lifestyle changes as substitutes for sexual intimacy.
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Why happiness is so elusive
Health and fitness writer Joy Davidson explores why happiness often remains out of reach. She cites a case study and offers practical tips to reframe goals, savor daily moments, balance duties and pleasures, and inject meaning into routine tasks through simple, actionable steps.
New allergy drugs shown to curb side effects
A report highlights astemizole and terfenadine as new prescription allergy medicines that may avoid drowsiness by not crossing the blood brain barrier. Doctors note growing evidence of effectiveness with fewer alertness issues, aiding sufferers of sneezing, itching, and nasal congestion.
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Boston honors Winnie Mandela at tribute event
A Boston group lauded Winnie Mandela on Saturday for her work toward international harmony. The event, timed with Nelson Mandela’s Boston visit, aimed to strengthen ties between South African and American women and promote solidarity beyond ethnic borders.
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Ad featuring Roger Craig prompts pinup buzz in Bay Area
Arncy Macy’s Calv in Klein briefs ad stars football star Roger Craig in underwear. Bay Area readers flooded with calls as women push the ad toward poster status. Spokesman Merle Goldstone notes strong female interest and general appeal among men.
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