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When it comes to sex toysthere are so many options out there. One of the most popular categories of sex toys is vibrators — not to be biased, but we’re big fans of this OG recreational product.And we’re not the only ones! According a review published in Microplastics and Nanoplastics, 52.5% of the 3,800 women surveyed (ages 18 to 60) said they had used a vibrator at least once in their lifetime. Respondents too mentionted regularly use a vibrator as part of their sexual repertoire, with 40.9% using a vibrator during foreplay and 37.3% during vaginal intercourse.In addition, vibrators have…
Go crazy; Could it be early onset dementia? Depression? Worry? What’s going on with my skin, my hair, my attitude, my life?! Why can’t I get up from this chair? This was me in 2021. A recent diagnosis of ADHD does not change the past. I’ve always had ADHD and managed just fine. In hindsight it affected me regularly, especially when my hormones fluctuated (so once a month then!). But okay, okay, I survived. That was until perimenopause hit and I was no longer well and just couldn’t take it anymore. 2019 was difficult for us as my stepson had…
ONE new meta-analysis eight published studies found that the risk of sexually transmitting HIV is almost zero in people with a low viral load. This study confirms and extends the message that “Undetectable=Untransmittable” or “U=U,” which encourages people living with HIV to stay on drug treatments both for their own health and to prevent transmission of the virus to partners. Until now public health has focused on undetectable viral loads (less than 200 copies of the virus per mL of blood), but this study shows that low viral loads (less than 1,000 copies/mL) may offer the same benefits in terms…
By Emen8, updated 2 months ago at Health / Sexual health Afraid to get tested for HIV? Maybe you think it’s too scary, too time-consuming, or too annoying. Maybe you think you don’t need to because you’ve always been careful. It is important to remember that HIV does not discriminate — it can affect anyone, regardless of their sexual orientation, race or gender. And the only way to know for sure if you have HIV or not is to get tested. Maybe you’re reading this because it’s on your mind… but we want to assure you that getting an HIV…
Movember is an Australian charity that dedicates the month of November to raising awareness of men’s health issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer and men’s mental health. As part of an initiative dedicated to providing trusted information and support to prostate cancer survivors and their partners, Movember supported the creation of Guidelines for sexual health care for patients with prostate cancer: Recommendations of an international panel. The guidelines were approved by the Society of Sexual Medicine of North America (SMSNA), the International Society of Sexual Medicine (ISSM) and other related organizations. Prostate cancer patients often experience sexual problems after…
In my opinion, we could all stand to talk about sex more often. But if there’s one sex-related topic that people tend to shy away from, it’s STDs. I know, I know. For most of us, it’s easier to talk sex positionsthe oral techniquesthe dirty talk, or…pretty much anything else. But the fact is that 50-80% of American adults I have oral herpes, which usually occurs as recurrent cold sores. It is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases out there, and yet it is wildly misunderstood. But you can have an awesome sex life with oral herpes. Symptoms…
When it comes to enhancing sexual pleasure and comfort, lubricants (commonly referred to as “lube”) are often a solution. However, have you ever wondered if lube could be linked to urinary tract infections (UTIs)? While lubricants are generally considered safe and can make sexual activities more enjoyable, it’s important to be aware of their potential impact on your health, especially your urinary system. What is a UTI? A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection that affects any part of the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. UTIs are more common in women than men and…
We are surrounded by health and wellness trends and it can take time to sift through them and find what works for you. This can be an even more sensitive topic when seeking support for your reproductive health. Reproductive health problems can range from disorders such as endometriosis and PCOS. It can also mean you’re looking for extra help navigating painful periods, fertility or menopause. The thing is, reproductive health can be complicated, so you want tools that work. A new tool gaining popularity is red light therapy. You may have heard of the use of red light therapy as…
Tricks are complicated, yes. And just when you think you’ve got it all figured out – BAM – there’s a whole new way to orgasm. While you probably think you already know your way around down there, there’s always new research, new products, and new techniques coming out that help shed light on new ways to improve your recreation center. One such technique that stays in the sun is A-spot stimulation. And this often unknown location inside the vagina may just be a game changer for some who want to increase their pleasure. What is point A?The anterior erogenous zone,…
If you and your partner are dealing with mismatched sexual desires, lack of sexual communication, sexual pain disorders, or even relationship concerns, a trip to a sex therapist can really prove to be worth your while. While the decision to seek treatment or not is yours, know that there is no shame in asking for help. Trained professionals can offer you valuable information and suggestions to help ease your concerns about sex.What is sex therapy?ONE studypublished in Current Psychiatry Reports, observed that 43 percent of female respondents and 31 percent of male respondents suffer from sexual dysfunctions, and 30 percent…