Vivus promotes COO to president Nov 8, 2009
Vivus (NASDAQ: VVUS) seeks treatments for obesity, diabetes and sexual health. Most Read Stories. (San Francisco Business Times, CA)
Row over sex education Nov 8, 2009
The 2009 National Survey of Students' Sexual Health found more than a third of 3000 high school students had experienced unwanted sex, particularly females. There was an increase in condom use among the sample of students from years 10 and 12, from state, Catholic and independent schools - with 69 per cent of the sample using condoms. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
FDA Warning: Sex Pill May Carry Health Dangers Nov 7, 2009
FDA Warning: Over-the-Counter Sex Enhancement Drug May Cause 'Dangerously' Low Blood Pressure. Friday, November 06, 2009. (Fox News)
Sex Toy Study at Duke Raises Some Eyebrows Nov 7, 2009
Sex Toy Study at Duke University Raises Some Eyebrows. Friday, November 06, 2009. (Fox News)
old people sexting and sending X-rated pictures amongst themselves Nov 6, 2009
" It also fits nicely into longtime couples' busy schedules to keep things spicy, says relationship and sexual health expert Genie James, who recommends sexting to couples who need to travel away from one another or have trouble connecting throughout the day. "Its cheap," she says. "It's quick. It's right there. (Harper's Magazine)
SU falls in college sex health rankings Nov 6, 2009
In its fourth annual Sexual Health Report Card, Trojan Brand Condoms ranked 141 different universities and colleges based on the access and availability of sexual health information and resources at their student health centers ... They targeted each university individually and advertised the five-question poll by asking students to respond to a survey of sexual health issues ... The survey asked questions like, "Would you consider contacting the student health center for sexual health issues?"... (Daily Orange, NY)
Heartbreaking Medical Mystery: Woman Is Allergic to Her Husband Nov 5, 2009
It's possible to be allergic to another person, according to sexual health experts. "The body recognizes semen as a foreign protein just as it would recognize a peanut allergen or pollen," Dr. Andrew Goldstein at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center said. (ABC News)
Why can't Ghana also have social reform policies? Nov 5, 2009
Our population is expanding very rapidly and may be the Government needs to address with drastic sexual health strategies and family planning measures. Having more children is rather uncool these days. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Former Planned Parenthood Director Telling Fishy Story Nov 4, 2009
They support Universal Health Care because they are going to be chosen to be the "group with experience in teen sexual health". and because it is one of the 15 promises that Obama made to the Abortion Industry, and he has already fulfilled 12 of the other promises, including more funding for abortions abroad. (Slate)
Chinese official: Syphilis boom driven by economy Nov 4, 2009
One problem is the stigma and perceived high cost of visiting sexual health clinics, he said. Another is the difficulty of reaching prostitutes who don't work in brothels. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
UMass-Amherst could drop alumni group membership fee Nov 1, 2009
According to the recently released 2009 Trojan Sexual Health Report Card, Harvard ranks 62 out of 141 American colleges and universities on availability of sexual health information and resources ... For the report, the condom company compiled data from campus health centers and student opinion polls about a range of sexual health topics, including the availability and cost of condoms and other contraceptives, HIV testing, the availability of sexual assault programs, and anonymous sex-related... (Boston Globe)
US sex-abstinence drive 'flawed' Nov 1, 2009
"If we are expecting young people to make responsible decisions about their sexual health, they need information and support to do it. Simply telling them not to have sex isn't enough.". However, Eric Stanley, of the US group the Liberty Counsel, said abstinence did work. (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
Study Shows Linkage Between Teen Girls' Weight And Sexual Behavior Oct 30, 2009
"This study will contribute to sexual health education prevention efforts, which can be tailored to address how cultural norms regarding body size may influence adolescent sexual decision making. Knowing how a girl perceives her weight may be just as important as knowing her actual weight," noted Dr. Akers. Of the nearly 7,200 high school girls asked about their sexual activity and risky sexual behavior as part of the 2005 Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance survey, half reported ever having sex. (Science Daily)
Barriers to abortion rise, even in Brookline Oct 30, 2009
Women s Health Services has been providing all sorts of sexual health services - from pap tests to fertility counseling to abortion - virtually without incident on Boylston Street in Brookline for 18 years ... To say that reproductive health or sexual health isn t a part of our overall commitment to health care would be a really terrible thing. (Boston Globe)
Sexploration Oct 30, 2009
Summit Entertainment. Some say they look for other ways to give back, including in the bedroom. (MSNBC -- Health)
Men, Women No Longer Needed to Make Babies? Oct 30, 2009
Men, Women No Longer Needed to Make Babies. Men, Women No Longer Needed to Make Babies. (Fox News)
Zombie Abstinence-Only Funding Oct 29, 2009
Indeed, , and I think far too many sexual health advocates thought that meant it was finally behind us. But like many right-wing obsessionssuch as missile-defense shields and assaulting Social Securityabstinence-only has taken on zombie-like qualities, and won't die. (Slate)
USC tops sexual health rankings Oct 29, 2009
Everyone comes to college for education but, according to a study released Tuesday, the University of South Carolina is currently leading the nation in a non-academic field of education: sexual health. USC was ranked No. 1 out of 141 NCAA colleges and universities nationwide for availability of sexual health information and resources according to the fourth annual Trojan Sexual Health Report Card ... 43 sexual health GPA.. (Gamecock Online, SC)
School trims $417,000 from budget Oct 29, 2009
FLASH (Family Life and Sexual Health) is a comprehensive sexuality education curriculum and widely used by school districts throughout the United States and Canada. She noted its effectiveness has been proven through research. (Kalona News, IA)
Georgetown Falls in Sexual Health Survey Oct 29, 2009
Georgetown finished tied for 115th out of 139 U.S. universities on Trojan Condoms second annual sexual health survey, a slight drop from the schools ranking a year ago. Trojan reviewed 139 Division I universities and assessed each of their sexual health programs in 11 different categories ... Schools received letter grades for each, given an overall GPA and ranked accordingly in the 2007 Sexual Health Report Card. (The Hoya, Washington DC)
You Like What?! Sexual Fetishes Explored Oct 29, 2009
An estimated 2 to 4 percent of males have a fetish arousal pattern, said Washington, D.C., psychologist Barry McCarthy, who authored the 2008 book "Men's Sexual Health.". While it is commonly believed that men alone develop fetishes, more and more women have been seeking treatment in recent years, psychologists told ABCNews. (ABC News)
US sex-abstinence drive 'flawed' Oct 25, 2009
"If we are expecting young people to make responsible decisions about their sexual health, they need information and support to do it. Simply telling them not to have sex isn't enough.". However, Eric Stanley, of the US group the Liberty Counsel, said abstinence did work. (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
Bharat still keeps its closet closed Oct 25, 2009
They meet secretly in bars and restaurants in posh hotels, says K Ganesh, project coordinator of Sahodaran, an NGO that works for male sexual health. Even so, gay men do face fewer problems than lesbians. (India Times, India)
Why Some Men Can't Control Arousal Oct 23, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009 By Sally Law. Is sex a state of mind. (Fox News)
Survey Finds DC Teens Reject Condom Brand Offered In Free Program Oct 23, 2009
The results were gathered in focus groups conducted by the Youth Sexual Health Project, which was set up under a city council committee on health. It said young people preferred Trojan brand condoms over Lifestyles and Durex brand condoms, because they felt that Trojans "are of better quality and offer more protection." Magnums were also viewed as thicker and "do not break.". (W-USA News, DC)
Sexual problems rarely addressed by internists caring for cancer survivors Oct 22, 2009
"Patients are often referred to me for anxiety or depression associated with cancer or other medical problems, but sexual health is almost never mentioned in the referral," adds Park, who is a clinical health psychologist and assistant professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. "It turns out that sexual issues are involved the majority of the time. They're a big aspect of what's going on with these patients, but are almost never being addressed." She and her colleagues cite the need for... (EurekAlert!)
Ohio high court hears online communications case Oct 22, 2009
Other groups joining the lawsuit are the National Association of Recording Merchandisers, the Video Software Dealers Association, the Sexual Health Network, the Association of American Publishers, the Ohio Newspaper Association, the Freedom to Read Foundation and Web del sol, an online literary arts community. Justice Paul Pfeifer hinted he could favor clarifying some points in the court's ruling, rather than simply answering yes or no to whether the Ohio attorney general has properly... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Sex education urged for all youths in China Oct 21, 2009
"There is definitely a great need for that among China's more than 200 million young people aged 10 to 24, married and single alike," said Tang Kun, chairman of the China Youth Committee of the 5th Asian and Pacific Conference on Reproductive and Sexual Health and Rights. In China, single youths who are also sexually active are not well covered by government-sponsored sexual and reproductive health services like consultations, health checks and free contraceptives like condoms. (Xinhuanet, China)
Man Faces 10 Yrs in Prison for Infecting Woman With HIV Oct 20, 2009
Man Faces 10 Years in Prison for Infecting Woman With HIV. Monday, October 19, 2009. (Fox News)
Conference urges sexual health service for Asia-Pacific youth Oct 19, 2009
BEIJING, Oct. 18 (Xinhua) -- The health of young people in Asia-Pacific region is in jeopardy as many of them have inadequate preparation for sexual lives, warns a declaration from the Fifth Asia Pacific Conference on Reproductive and Sexual Health and Rights (APCRSHR) ... The APCRSHR is hosted every two years since 2001 as a platform for the Asia-Pacific countries to exchange experiences in promoting reproductive and sexual health. (Xinhuanet, China)
* Bashful teens study sex ed in private classes in India Oct 18, 2009
However, with rapid social change in India, calls for teenagers to be taught about human reproduction and sexual health are growing, and private schools across the country now give discreet lessons to their privileged pupils. India allows teenagers to learn English and other European languages, devour pizza, burgers, wear skimpy clothes and dance to English music, teacher Rubina Hussain Sheikh told her class. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Fewer Genital Warts Thanks to HPV Vaccine Program Oct 17, 2009
Researchers analyzed data on new clients receiving treatment for genital warts at the Melbourne Sexual Health Center between 2004 and 2008. During that time, the center had 36,055 clients, and genital warts were diagnosed in 10. (MEDLINEplus)
Men above 40 with sexual problems at risk of life-threatening illnesses, says study Oct 16, 2009
The study also suggested that a high percentage of them suffered from life-threatening illnesses like high blood pressure and diabetes, which were possibly due to their lifestyle and inability to tell the truth about the state of their sexual health. Men with sexual problems should get professionals to examine them to detect early symptoms of major illnesses but many choose to keep silent about it without knowing that by telling the truth, it may save their lives, she said in her speech on... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Study: Sexual Problems High Among Pot-Smoking Men Oct 16, 2009
Study: Sexual Health Problems Common Among Pot-Smoking Men - Men's Health - FOXNews ... Study: Sexual Health Problems Common Among Pot-Smoking Men ... Professor Anthony Smith said despite the effect pot-smoking has on men's sex lives, smokers did not always consider the issues to be "sexual health problems.". (Fox News)
GPs not backing chlamydia tests Oct 16, 2009
The researchers said education was needed to change staff attitudes towards sexual health ... It's really important to promote positive sexual health messages to young people and also to make them aware of what services are available locally ... Screening, which was first introduced in 2003, is done via urine tests, mainly in contraceptive clinics, GP surgeries or through outreach work in bars, clubs and colleges, as it has been designed to get to people not using sexual health services. (BBC News -- UK)
Pot smoking 'may cause sex problems' Oct 14, 2009
Professor Anthony Smith said while the habit often had a significant impact on a man's sex life, the effects were not always something the smokers would consider a "sexual health problem". "The findings suggest that men are self-medicating with cannabis to delay orgasm," said Prof Smith from the Melbourne-based university's Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Kenya: Teenage Sex Study Shock for Parents Oct 14, 2009
Nearly 65 per cent of those surveyed recommended that sex education be taught in schools and that parents be invited to forums where sexual health is discussed. The Kenya National Association of Parents on Tuesday described the results as "shocking". (allAfrica.com)
Get Down To Size: Success at a Heavy Price Oct 14, 2009
It's also the number 1 Sexual Health Dive for both men and women. They had the L-arginine there to sample at the conference, the men's L-arginine taste just like pi. (CBS News)
Medical device makers see red over health care proposals Oct 12, 2009
1 billionProducts: Radiotherapy, stereotactic radiosurgery, and brachytherapy equipmentIntuitive Surgical Inc.2008 revenue: $875 millionProducts: Robotically assisted, minimally invasive surgery systemsDionex Corp.2008 revenue: $378 millionProducts: Instruments for chemical analysisAlign Technology Inc.2008 revenue: $304 millionProducts: System for treating teethOmnicell Inc.2008 revenue: $252 millionProducts: Medication control and patient safety devicesAccuray Inc.2008 revenue: $210... (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Internet tops list for information on sex Oct 12, 2009
Sexual health expert Dr Kevan Wylie from Britain said of the survey. The more one knows about sex, the more he or she will understand and the more likely it is that one will better enjoy his or her sex life. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Promoting chlamydia screening with posters and leaflets in general practice - a qualitative study Oct 12, 2009
General practice staff are reluctant to discuss sexual health opportunistically in all consultations ... Education to change all practice staff's attitudes towards sexual health is needed to reduce their worries about displaying the chlamydia materials, and how they may follow up the advertising up with a verbal offer of screening opportunistically to 15-24 year olds whenever they visit the practice. (BioMed Central)
Health calendar Oct 9, 2009
PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF HAWAI'I "National Let's Talk Month," a series of free, one-hour workshops for parents (or interested adults) at various youth-service organizations and schools statewide, during October, on initiating, and continuing, discussions with youth on sex and sexual health issues. Call: 589-1156, or. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Women Taking Pill Less Attracted to 'Masculine' Men Oct 9, 2009
Study: Women on Birth Control Pill Less Attracted to 'Masculine' Men. Thursday, October 08, 2009. (Fox News)
3Study: Choose an Educated Wife for a Longer Life» Oct 8, 2009
Study: Choose an Educated Wife for a Longer Life. Wednesday, October 07, 2009. (Fox News)
Sex education for four-year-olds Oct 8, 2009
The new sexual health and relationships curriculum was piloted in 13 primary and two secondary schools ... "What we have is a broad curriculum which deals with emotions, friendships, self-esteem and respect as well as physical development and sexual health," she said ... " Following the pilot period in 2007/08, the curriculum was extended across other areas in the east end of Glasgow. 'Significant step'The roll-out is continuing in the north and west of the city during this academic year with... (BBC News -- UK)
Collaborating to heal the world Oct 6, 2009
Based on this need, Weimer implemented a program based on sexual health and behavior, which included nutrition, personal hygiene, and self-esteem. The program was part of Weimer s participation in the Global Health track, which encourages students to conduct research projects. (UCD Advocate, CO)
6The Importance of Foreplay » Oct 5, 2009
The Importance of Foreplay. Thursday, October 01, 2009. (Fox News)
Lets talk about sex, baby Oct 3, 2009
"It is our hope that the youth of today would turn to their parents for information on contraception and sexual health. Sex education should begin at home, continued through school, and college and by the time these youngsters reach adolescence they are prepared and they would know what to expect," Prof Jamiyah explains. FOR WOMEN'S HEALTH: (L-R) JV Leong, Head Administration al Services of Federation of Reproductive Health Associations, Malaysia, Dr. Premitha, Prof Jamiyah, Dr Shunitra and Andy... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
The Importance of Foreplay Oct 3, 2009
Thursday, October 01, 2009. A more vigilant form of foreplay will bring increased pleasure to both partners, and make the whole lovemaking experience more enjoyable. (Fox News)
Council sex guide for the over 50s dismissed as bonkers Oct 2, 2009
The council said older people had a right to sexual health advice ... The free copies which cost 8,000, are about "sexual health and making the right choices" the council has said ... " Acting director of public health for NHS Manchester Dave Regan added: "Sexual health is not just a concern for younger people and the research we have done suggests that many people will find this new guide useful and informative. (BBC News -- Health)
Spiritual Women Have More Sex Oct 1, 2009
Wednesday, September 30, 2009 By Sally Law. Is it sexy to be spiritual. (Fox News)
Orgasms, Sexual Health And Attitudes About Female Genitals Sep 30, 2009
29, 2009) An Indiana University study published in the September issue of the International Journal of Sexual Health found that women who feel more positively about women's genitals find it easier to orgasm and are more likely to engage in sexual health promoting behaviors, such as having regular gynecological exams or performing vulvar self-examinations ... "These are important findings about body image," said Debby Herbenick, associate director of the Center for Sexual Health Promotion in the... (Science Daily)
An orgasm a day keeps illnesses away Sep 30, 2009
Sexual medicine expert Dr Irwin Goldstein said: "This emphasises the role and importance of sexual health in womens overall health and well-being.". The study has been published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine. (India Times, India)
Newsweek: Why do women really have sex? Sep 30, 2009
But women are complicated creatures: their sexual health is determined as much by their emotions as by their physical state, which might help explain why as many as 50 percent of women have trouble getting aroused. Yet while scientists, in recent years, have labored over the "how" of female desire, no major study, until now, has actually asked women to describe why they have sex in the first place. (MSNBC -- Health)
Unraveling the mystery of female desire Sep 30, 2009
D., an assistant professor in the University of British Columbia's gynecology department and the director of its Sexual Health Laboratory, has been studying how the disconnect between women's bodies and brains comes into play during sex with a partner ... MORE FROM SEXUAL HEALTH ... Sexual health Section Front. (MSNBC -- Health)
Sexually satisfied women have better general well-being and more vitality Sep 30, 2009
"We are proud to publish this extremely important study in women's sexual health" said Dr. Irwin Goldstein, Editor-in-Chief of The Journal of Sexual Medicine. "This large study performed in the community emphasizes the role and importance of women's sexual health in women's overall health and well-being. Previous criticism equated physicians' efforts to improve a woman's satisfaction with her sexual life as medicalization. Dr. Davison's and co-workers' research will help health care... (EurekAlert!)
World's Worst Lovers: Where Do American Men Rank? Sep 30, 2009
World's Worst Lovers: Where Do American Men Rank. World's Worst Lovers: Where Do American Men Rank. (Fox News)
Impotence clinics scare vulnerable, inquiry told Sep 26, 2009
A submission from AMI's founder and chief executive, Jack Vaisman, has strongly disputed similar allegations made at an earlier hearing in Canberra by sexual health experts. He said his company had treated more than 500,000 men over 16 years, with few adverse side-effects. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Events bring up women's issues Sep 25, 2009
" Reichard believes the message of Love Your Body week is important for college-aged students. The students that are first-year students who are making that transition from the safety net of being at home, to all of a sudden being on their own and trying to navigate all sorts of the new things that are coming at them and having to maintain a good sense about themselves can be challenging, Reichard said. The first seminar was a lecture by M. Gigi Durham, the author of The Lolita Effect: The Media... (The Maroon, LA)
Infotainment Sep 24, 2009
8 million people - albeit indirectly, according to figures released to promote awareness of sexual health. A British pharmacy chain has launched an online calculator which helps you work out how many partners you have had, in the sense of exposure to. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
How many people have you slept with? 2.8 million? Sep 24, 2009
8 million people -- albeit indirectly, according to figures released on Wednesday to promote awareness of sexual health ... "When we sleep with someone, we are, in effect, not only sleeping with them, but also their previous partners and their partners' previous partners, and so on," said Clare Kerr, head of sexual health at Lloydspharmacy. (The Drudge Report)
How many partners have you slept with? Sep 23, 2009
Clare Kerr, head of sexual health at Lloydspharmacy, said: "When we sleep with someone, we are, in effect, not only sleeping with them, but also their previous partners and their partners previous partners, and so on. "Its important that people understand how exposed they are to STIs and take appropriate precautions including using condoms and getting themselves checked out where appropriate. " Related Articles More Stories from this section Text Size: | lect> Get a replica of your... (India Times, India)
Pathfinder to establish youth friendly corners in health facilities Sep 21, 2009
This is to offer affordable, accessible and friendly sexual health services to the youth for them to make informed decisions about their sexuality. Mrs Gertrude Ananse Baiden, Project Coordinator of Pathfinder International, stated this at a workshop, organised by the NGO for the media in Ho, on Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health, at the weekend. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Boy, 12, Preparing to Undergo Sex Change Operation Sep 19, 2009
Friday, September 18, 2009. A 12-year-old boy from England, who showed up to school as a girl, is believed to be the youngest person in the country preparing to undergo a sex change operation. (Fox News)
Lady Dai tomb among richest finds in China history Sep 19, 2009
The volumes focused on the military and medicine, including sexual health. The items show women loved beauty and men attached importance to martial arts. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
