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Quick Answer: What is sexology?Sexology is the scientific and interdisciplinary study of human sexuality, including behavior, relationships, identity, pleasure, and health. It combines psychology, biology, sociology and education to understand how people experience and express sexuality across the lifespan.ImportIf you’ve ever wondered what sexology really isyou are not alone.The field is growing rapidly, yet many people still associate it with outdated or narrow ideas about sex. In fact, sexology is one of the most complex and important fields of study in modern health and human behavior.It is at the intersection of science, relationships, culture and well-being. And for many professionals,…
Born from their own transformative experiences of motherhood, Ellie and Luiza are reshaping how parents prepare for birth and beyond. After seeing firsthand how many women felt unsupported, overwhelmed, or unheard during their first journeys into parenthood, they set out to create a more flexible, accessible, and deeply personalized approach to prenatal education and doula care. In this interview, they share how a chance connection turned into a creation New Birth Clubbecause pre-birth preparation is where their real strength lies and their mission is to help parents feel informed, confident and truly supported, no matter what path their birth…
Commonly used diabetes and obesity drugs show strong cardioprotective effects in high-risk patients, providing new impetus for their role in reducing cardiovascular deaths. Study: The long-term cardiovascular safety and efficacy of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists in high-risk cardiovascular populations: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Image credit: Studio Romantic / Shutterstock.com In a recent study published in Cardiovascular Diabetes–Endocrinology Reports, Researchers evaluated the long-term cardiovascular safety and efficacy of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) in high-risk populations. The increasing cardiovascular burden and the expanding role of GLP-1 therapies Cardiovascular disease (CVD) causes more than 17.9 million deaths each year, making…
The abstract: In today’s divisive world, encouraging critical thinking requires challenging entrenched beliefs. The challenge, of course, is to separate oneself from the mind, a skill rarely taught. The weight of societal expectations hinders our pursuit of true joy. Reconnecting with inner wisdom and challenging the mind leads to slow but transformative progress, offering a path to health and happiness amidst external distractions. Embracing joy becomes a revolutionary act, unlocking individual power and connection to one’s heart. How badly do you want those knots of stress and worry to unravel? To not wake up with the weight of the world…
People with self-reported poor mental health also report poorer quality of care and lower trust in health care systems, according to a study published May 5u in the open access journal PLoS Medicine by Margaret E. Kruk of Washington University in St. Louis, USA, and colleagues. Rates of depression and anxiety have increased worldwide since the COVID-19 pandemic, and more people are seeking mental health treatment as a result. However, there is limited up-to-date data describing how these individuals seek and receive care. Detailed population-level information can help health care systems respond to the needs of this growing population. To…
It took the better part of a century for maternal mortality to be recognized, forgotten, and finally recognized again as a public health emergency in the United States. Instead, research shows that fathers — especially men in their 20s to early 40s — die disproportionately from preventable causes, including suicide, overdose, homicide and accidental injury. However, paternal mortality is rarely examined in relation to the transition to parenthood. Scientists at Northwestern University are trying to change that. A new Northwestern study looked at all 130,267 babies born in Georgia in 2017 and tracked whether their fathers died at some point…
C-section recovery is a major abdominal surgery that cuts through seven layers of tissue, including deep core muscles such as the transverse abdominis (TVA). This disrupts core function, often leading to weakness, rectus abdominis (abdominal separation), poor posture, back pain, or a persistent “C-section.” Reconnecting with your core after childbirth is vital for healing, supporting daily activities like lifting your baby, preventing pelvic floor problems, and building a strong foundation for future exercise. Experts from pelvic floor therapists, ACOG guidelines, and postpartum recovery programs emphasize starting gently—often within the first week—prioritizing rest, scar care, and proper breathing. Full clearance for…
A new study led by researchers from VIB and KU Leuven shows that Parkinson’s disease can be divided into distinct subtypes, helping to explain why a single treatment does not work for all patients. Using a machine learning-based analysis, the team identified two main groups and five subgroups of the disease, marking an important step towards more personalized treatments. The findings were recently published in Nature communications. Wdiscovered two broad subgroups that can be divided into five smaller groups of parkinsonism.” Patrik Verstreken, VIB-KU Leuven Center for Neuroscience Parkinson’s disease affects millions of people worldwide and has traditionally…
By Dr. Frank Knofel Canada is aging faster than our systems are adapting. Almost one in four Canadians will be over the age of 65 within the next decade. Research consistently shows that most seniors want to remain in their homes for as long as possible. Yet we continue to design and finance aged care as if nursing homes and long-term care are inevitable endpoints. Between my research and more than 30 years as a physician caring for older adults, I’ve learned that aging in place isn’t just a preference. it is central to dignity, independence and well-being for…
Photo Credits: Kifach Balani Maya Nassar is a Dutch-Lebanese competitive fitness model, entrepreneur and radio host. She won recognition as Ms. Fitness Universe 2025 in Las Vegas and has a background in various fitness competitions, including winning first place at the Pure Elite 2014 UK Championships. Maya Nassar was born in Long Island, New York to a Lebanese father and a Dutch mother. He grew up in Nigeria and spent several years in England before moving to Lebanon for high school, where he has lived ever since. Nassar began her fitness journey in 2010, following a workout and diet plan…