Abstract: A computer-implemented method for providing dating services. The method can include receiving a request for verification from a first user of an online dating system, providing said first user with instructions for obtaining medical information from a health provider, receiving said medical information pertaining to said first user, publishing said medical information in a profile associated with said first user, receiving a search query from a second user, said search query identifying said profile in its results, and enabling communication between said first user and said second user.