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Oral Contraceptives May Increase HIV Risk
Researchers may have uncovered some possible indications that hormonal methods of contraception may be associated with an increased risk of HIV. The recent report was a result of an observational analysis of a randomized trial that involved couples where one partner had HIV while the other did not. The report was published on the online journal The Lancet Infectious Diseases. The report made by re... [Read More]
Sex in College
For most young adults, college is the time when they really become independent. This is also the time when they gain complete control of their sex lives. Whether you are open with your child and have already spoken about sex or not, it is time to breach the subject about safe sex in college. According to Debby Herbenick, Ph.D., author of Because It Feels Good: A Woman's Guide to Sexual Pleasure an... [Read More]
Does a Virgin Need a Pap Smear?
Being a virgin means you have not had sexual intercourse yet. According to Dr. Sandhya Pruthi, if you are a virgin, you probably do not need a Pap smear. Dr. Pruthi also adds that having a Pap smear won't cause you to lose your virginity - even if the instruments used to collect the cervical cells stretch and even tear the hymen. You only lose your virginity when you have had sexual intercourse. T... [Read More]
Viagra for Women: Why It Does Not Exist
Arousal problems are a common problem among men and women, especially when they hit a certain age. When this happens, men simply reach for bottle of Viagra and pop a pill. Women however, do not have that luxury. Why isn't there an equivalent of Viagra for women?According to Jacqueline M. Thielen, MD, of the MayoClinic, this is because "generally, arousal problems in women can't be treated wit... [Read More]
What’s Your Vagina IQ?
I took this test at The WH website, thinking that I'll fare rather well, because I had Women's Studies back in college, and enjoy great sex and all that. Tough luck. Out of 13 questions, I got a measly 5 (more or less) points. The quiz even called me a Vajayjay Virgin. Sad, I know. So I decided to help you other girls out and raise you V-IQ. Here were go:The best position for G-spot simulationI'm ... [Read More]
Condomless AIDS Protection?
Three years ago, the idea of a "molecular condom" is said to become a reality in ten years time. Nowadays, however, this medical marvel could be make available to the public within five years after human trials have been conducted.This condomless protection works by inserting a gel-like substance into the vagina that, when in contact with semen, would release anti-viral components ... [Read More]
Reducing STD Risks
Sexually transmitted diseases have become quite a common infection among sexually active men and women. Although most of them are quite preventable, some people just don't bother with the risks of contracting STD whenever they engage in sexual activity. The only way to avoid the risks, or at least to minimize them, is by practicing safe sex. Various RisksSTD's do not just belong to the same family... [Read More]
How to Reveal You Have an STD
Contracting a sexually transmitted disease is not something easy to swallow. An even worse scenario is how to be able to reveal the dreaded news to a partner without hurting them. Such is the challenge that many people infected with STD's have to go through. Here are some of the ways that this can be done. Know about the disease before spilling the news.It is important for those who have contracte... [Read More]
Understanding Vulvodynia
Vulvodynia is a condition that affects women and characterized by chronic pain or burning sensation that is felt around the vaginal opening or the vulva. The pain and the burning can sometimes make it difficult for women sit for long periods or even having sex. This condition can last for months and even years. Main CausesThe main causes of vulvodynia still remain unknown even to doctors. What the... [Read More]
Enjoying Safer Sex
Safer sex means that individuals try to follow methods of engaging in sexual intercourse to lessen the risks of spreading or catching sexually transmitted diseases or STD's. There are many ways in which couples and individuals can increase their safety when engaging in sex without having to substantially affecting their healthy sex life. Use Condoms Although it has become a common method of practi... [Read More]