Nearly half the world's population experiences menopause, yet many of its emotional, cognitive and social impacts may never be discussed during medical appointments.

14 Jul 2026

Some statins may increase erectile dysfunction risk

Research indicates that certain statins, particularly atorvastatin and simvastatin, may elevate the risk of erectile dysfunction, impacting men's health.

6 Jul 2026

Overlooked parasitic disease linked to HIV and cervical cancer risk

New research from Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) has highlighted the need to test millions of women and girls for female genital schistosomiasis (FGS), a neglected disease that can increase the risk of chronic illness, HIV and cervical cancer.

3 Jul 2026

Researchers urge expanded testing for neglected female genital schistosomiasis

2 Jul 2026

Study compares menopause symptom burden across different age groups

There has been a lot of discussion about how the age at menopause can affect menopause symptoms. A new study compared the prevalence and severity of menopause symptoms in women experiencing menopause around the average age of 51 years and those with premature ovarian insufficiency, showing similar symptom burden in the psychological and urogenital domains.

24 Jun 2026

Curtin University projects explore youth health issues in Western Australia

Curtin University Curtin University researchers will examine the 'partygoing' behaviours of young people in regional areas, the use of nicotine pouches and ways to promote physical activity among young people as part of new projects funded by Healthway.

23 Jun 2026

New guidance to help adolescents and young adults living with and beyond cancer

Adolescents and young adults (AYA) living with and beyond cancer have unique needs and perspectives that clinicians should be aware of when providing health care.

22 Jun 2026

Diagnostics start-up LotusDx establishes R&D laboratory at ONE BioHub to advance at-home STI testing

LotusDx, a medtech company developing at-home diagnostic tests for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), today announced it has established its R&D laboratory at ONE BioHub, located on the Foresterhill Health Campus, in Aberdeen.

From LotusDx 2 Jun 2026

Grant funds research on unique challenges facing young cancer survivors

Weill Cornell Medicine received a five-year, $5 million grant from the National Cancer Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health, to develop innovative support strategies for an understudied group of cancer patients: adolescents and young adults (AYAs).

28 May 2026

Mount Sinai opens integrated clinical center for womens health

The Mount Sinai Health System is opening the Carolyn Rowan Center for Women's Health and Wellness, a transformative new model for women's health that brings together multidisciplinary clinical expertise, structured care pathways, and leading-edge research innovation to deliver more personalized, comprehensive care for women across the entire lifespan.

27 May 2026

Bacterial sexually transmitted infections reach highest level in a decade

The latest Annual Epidemiological Reports from ECDC indicate a surge in bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs) across Europe.

21 May 2026

UniSC study identifies two distinct psychological belief patterns that predict stealthing intent

Men with a strong sense of entitlement are three times more likely to commit "stealthing" during sex, according to a new University of the Sunshine Coast study.

20 May 2026

Psychologist debunks myth that sexual desire disappears with age

Sexuality is an important part of life - even when we grow old. The idea that desire disappears with age is a myth that needs to be debunked, argues a psychologist who has researched older adults' sex lives.

19 May 2026

Young cancer survivors frequently report long-term sexual problems

Many young adults who have been treated for cancer experience sexual problems. This is shown in a doctoral dissertation at Karolinska Institutet, which also highlights gaps in information provided by the healthcare system.

19 May 2026

Meningococcal B vaccine fails to prevent gonorrhea, trial shows

Contrary to existing evidence from observational studies, the meningococcal B vaccine (4CMenB) has no effect on preventing the acquisition of gonorrhea, according to the results of the world's largest randomized control trial (RCT) into possible efficacy, conducted by Griffith University's Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics and the Kirby Institute at UNSW Sydney.

25 Feb 2026

Nurses provide hospital care as safely as doctors

Nurses can safely deliver many services traditionally performed by doctors, with little to no difference in deaths, safety events, or how patients felt about their health, according to a new Cochrane review.

11 Feb 2026

Sperm RNA aging shift that may explain paternal age effects

Study reveals an 'aging cliff' in sperm RNA, linking age-related changes to early development and highlighting risks associated with advanced paternal age.

22 Jan 2026

How World War II transformed sexual health practices and condom use in Sweden

During World War II, Sweden was officially neutral, but life at home was anything but untouched by the conflict. A new study from Stockholm University shows that the war years fundamentally changed Swedish thoughts about sexual health, helping turn the condom from one protective option among many into the dominant safeguard against venereal disease.

16 Jan 2026

One in three women miss postpartum check-ups

Findings from a Norwegian study reveal that comprehensive postpartum care by GPs improves women's satisfaction and addresses key health concerns effectively.

7 Jan 2026

Study sheds light on rare emotional and physical responses during orgasm

When some women orgasm, they experience unusual physical and emotional responses such as laughing, crying, headaches, tingling, foot pain, nosebleeds and more.

5 Jan 2026

Sexual Health

Overview

Feature Articles

Fertility and Age

Syphilis Prevention

AIDS Treatment

HIV and Organ Transplants

History of AIDS

HIV and Steroids

What is Vaginitis?

Symptoms of Gender Dysphoria

Chlamydia Diagnosis

What is HIV/AIDS?

What are Complications of Chlamydia?

HIV and Blood Transfusions

Vaginitis Treatment

STD Incidence

Neurosyphilis

Gonorrhea Treatments

Common Triggers for Vaginal Infections

What Causes AIDS?

Autoimmunity Sex

AIDS Symptoms

How Soon Can You Have Sex After Having a Baby?

Chlamydia Screening

Semen Health Effects

STD Diagnosis

AIDS Prognosis

AIDS Stigma

What is an STD?

Syphilis History

Gonorrhea History

Sexual Dysfunction Causes

AIDS Transmission

HIV in Children

Semen and Culture

HIV in Pregnancy and During Breastfeeding

Vaginal Microbiome and Sexually Transmitted Infections

Causes of Gender Dysphoria

STD Prevention and Treatment

What is Sexual Dysfunction?

What is Syphilis?

Vaginitis Causes

STD Pathophysiology

Sexual Health Around the World

HIV Care During Pregnancy

Vaginal Flora

Vaginitis Causes

What is Gender Dysphoria?

Causes of Candidiasis (Thrush)

Sex Hormones in Meat and Dairy Products

Chlamydia Infection Pathophysiology

AIDS Pathophysiology

Vaginal Microbiome During Pregnancy

What is Chlamydia?

Increasing Semen Volume

Vaginitis Diagnosis

Fibromyalgia and Sex Life

Vaginoplasty in Children

HIV Risks and Risk Factors

Syphilis Treatment

Types of Sexual Dysfunction

Vaginoplasty Techniques

What Causes Gonorrhea?

History of Sexually Transmitted Disease

What is Vaginal Microbiome?

When Does HIV Become AIDS?

Vaginal Microbiome and Gynecological Cancer

Condoms for Oral and Anal Sex

What is Semen?

Treatment for Gender Dysphoria

The Impact of Digital Platforms on the Management of STIs

What is Gonorrhea?

Bacterial Vaginosis

Sexual Dysfunction History

Living with HIV

Progress Towards a Cure for HIV

Vaginoplasty - Risks and Complications

Swallowing Semen

History of Sexual Health