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For surgeons, removing a tumor is a balancing act. Cut out too much and you risk removing healthy tissues that have important functions. Remove too little and you may leave behind cancer cells that could grow back into a tumor over time. NIH-funded researchers are developing new technologies to help surgeons determine exactly where tumors end and healthy tissue begins. Their ultimate goal is to make surgery for cancer patients safer and more effective.

Domestic violence is against the law. Help is available if you have been abused.

Sexual coercion is sexual activity that happens when you are pressured, tricked, threatened, or forced in a nonphysical way.

Physical activity is important for all women throughout their lives. You can change your physical activity routine to fit your needs.

Get tips for sharing the news of your HIV status with others, including your rights as an employee and state laws.

Reaching a healthy weight can help you get pregnant and improve your chances of a healthy pregnancy and baby.

You should be tested at least once to find out your HIV status. Talk to your doctor about how to access free and confidential HIV testing.

Scientists have not unanimously settled on a precise definition of nanomaterials, but agree that they are partially characterized by their tiny size, measured in nanometers.

Endocrine disruptors are chemicals that may interfere with the body’s endocrine system and produce adverse developmental, reproductive, neurological, and immune effects in both humans and wildlife.

Autoimmune diseases result from a dysfunction of the immune system.