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Forced first intercourse common, leaves behind long-term health scars

A harrowing new study published on September 17, 2019, in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, reports that over 3 million women in the US were introduced to sex via rape, cutting across all social groups.

17 Sep 2019

HIV diagnoses fall to lowest level since 2000

The number of new HIV diagnoses in the UK has fallen to a record low since 2000, according to a new report by Public Health England.

4 Sep 2019

Lack of sexual activity in older adults linked to health problems

The lack of sexual activity and function among older adults is linked to poorer health outcomes, including cancer, coronary heart disease (CHD), and fair or poor self-rated health, a new sexual science study found.

2 Sep 2019

Tackling homelessness among LGBTQ young adults in Tucson

The University of Arizona Southwest Institute for Research on Women will collaborate with community partners in support of unstably housed LGBTQ young adults in Tucson as part of a $2.5 million federal grant.

28 Aug 2019

Gold nanoparticles used successfully in prostate tumour trial

Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine, Mount Sinai, New York have reported a pilot clinical trial with a “nanoparticle-based photothermal cancer therapy” for prostate cancers. Their work with this targeted therapy is published in a study titled, “Gold nanoshell-localized photothermal ablation of prostate tumors in a clinical pilot device study,” in the latest issue of the journal Proceedings of National Academy of Science.

28 Aug 2019

Research reveals link between concussions and erectile dysfunction in former NFL players

Former professional football players who have experienced concussion symptoms, including loss of consciousness, disorientation or nausea after a head injury, are more likely to report low testosterone and erectile dysfunction (ED), according to research published Aug. 26 in JAMA Neurology.

26 Aug 2019

Doctors fight legislation prompted by sex abuse scandals

Daniella Mohazab didn't know what to expect from her first pelvic exam in 2016. The University of Southern California sophomore, then 19, was startled when her doctor examined her vagina for several minutes without gloves, but assumed it was standard procedure.

26 Aug 2019

Brief parent-targeted interventions could influence adolescent behaviors, health outcomes

New research shows that brief parent-targeted interventions in the primary care setting can increase communication between parents and their teens about sexual and alcohol-related behavior.

20 Aug 2019

IAS 2019 spotlights challenge of providing HIV services in humanitarian crises

More than 5,000 people from 140 counties have gathered in Mexico City for the opening of the 10th IAS Conference on HIV Science, where global experts called for urgent action to address the health needs of millions of people affected by humanitarian crises.

22 Jul 2019

IAS 2019 conference provides in-depth insights on global HIV crisis

On Sunday 21 July, from 18:00 – 18:45 (CDT), leaders in the HIV field will brief journalists just before the start of the 10th IAS Conference on HIV Science opening session on the most current and pressing global health challenges, including the recent state of humanitarian conflict, natural disasters, global migration, and regional outbreaks.

22 Jul 2019

Gay men in China eight times more likely to face social discrimination

A new study highlights the importance of social and emotional support in homosexual men. Young adult gay men in China were found to be eight times more likely to feel rejected and criticized, fueling feelings of interpersonal sensitivity and loneliness.

10 Jul 2019

Study identifies psychosocial factors that affect sexual satisfaction in postmenopausal women

The number of women regularly having sex declines with age, and the number of women enjoying sex postmenopause is even lower.

10 Jul 2019

Two new studies develop algorithms to identify patients at risk of acquiring HIV

Two new studies developed algorithms that can identify patients who are at risk of acquiring HIV and may benefit from preventive care. Both studies appear in the July 5 issue of The Lancet HIV.

8 Jul 2019

New survey asks secondary students about their sexual behavior and knowledge of STIs

Sexually active Australian secondary students tend to engage in responsible sexual behavior but there is still room to improve knowledge and education for this group, according to a nationwide survey conducted by La Trobe University.

12 Jun 2019

World’s first clinical guidance on anal sex after prostate cancer treatments

UK doctors and surgeons have formulated what is probably the world's first clinical guidance on anal sex before, during, and after diagnosis and treatment for prostate cancer.

10 Jun 2019

A million a day: STIs are a worldwide epidemic, declares WHO

STIs continue to rise globally, with more than 1 million new STIs of just four types being reported every day, according to a new report from the World Health Organization (WHO). This comes to over 376 million new STIs a year among people between 15 and 49 years.

6 Jun 2019

Safe sex an elusive target; STIs continue to rise in England

The incidence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in England continues to go up, according to a new report released by Public Health England (PHE). The currently reported increase of 5% from 2017 brings the figure to almost 450 000 cases. Consultations at sexual health services went up by 7%, to over 3,500 000.

6 Jun 2019

Is it a feminist right to want more sex? One company thinks a pill is the answer

Studies have never defined a "normal" level of sexual desire. Despite that, there's a website and an online quiz to help you decide if you've got a problem. Called "Right to Desire," it brands libido as a feminist "right," and its home page offers the defiant, in-your-face prompt: "Yes, I want my desire back."

11 May 2019

Gonorrhoea may be transmitted via kissing

Researchers in Australia have discovered that gonorrhea, which is considered to be a sexually transmitted disease, may actually be spread by oral sex and even kissing.

10 May 2019

As syphilis invades rural America, a fraying health safety net is failing to stop it

When Karolyn Schrage first heard about the "dominoes gang" in the health clinic she runs in Joplin, Mo., she assumed it had to do with pizza.

19 Apr 2019

Sexual Health News and Research

Latest Sexual Health News and Research

Forced first intercourse common, leaves behind long-term health scars

HIV diagnoses fall to lowest level since 2000

Lack of sexual activity in older adults linked to health problems

Tackling homelessness among LGBTQ young adults in Tucson

Gold nanoparticles used successfully in prostate tumour trial

Research reveals link between concussions and erectile dysfunction in former NFL players

Doctors fight legislation prompted by sex abuse scandals

Brief parent-targeted interventions could influence adolescent behaviors, health outcomes

IAS 2019 spotlights challenge of providing HIV services in humanitarian crises

IAS 2019 conference provides in-depth insights on global HIV crisis

Gay men in China eight times more likely to face social discrimination

Study identifies psychosocial factors that affect sexual satisfaction in postmenopausal women

Two new studies develop algorithms to identify patients at risk of acquiring HIV

New survey asks secondary students about their sexual behavior and knowledge of STIs

World’s first clinical guidance on anal sex after prostate cancer treatments

A million a day: STIs are a worldwide epidemic, declares WHO

Safe sex an elusive target; STIs continue to rise in England

Is it a feminist right to want more sex? One company thinks a pill is the answer

Gonorrhoea may be transmitted via kissing

As syphilis invades rural America, a fraying health safety net is failing to stop it

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