Sexual Health
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Some have heavier periods after COVID vaccine
Many women are reporting that they have had heavier bleeding during their periods in the months after they received their COVID shots. But...
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Five-year cervical screening interval safe for HPV-negative women
Screening every 5 years prevents as many cancers as screening at 3-year intervals, even in women who are not vaccinated against HPV.
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New test might transform male infertility
The test detects unstable gene promotors, which are the epigenetic markers for gene expression.
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Double the pleasure: Stim patch delays early ejaculation: Study
“The miniaturized perineal stimulation device may become an on-demand, drug-free therapeutic option.”
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Doxycycline bests azithromycin for anorectal chlamydia in women
Researchers suggest that doxycycline should be the first-line therapy for chlamydia infection in women.
From the Journals
OTC meds, supplements, and other drugs may interact with HIV antiretrovirals
“Potential drug-drug interactions were common among our study population.”
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Imiquimod cream offers alternative to surgery for vulvar lesions
Good patient compliance is important for treatment with imiquimod to be successful and that surgery might remain the treatment of choice for...
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HPV strains covered by the vaccine have declined greatly in the U.S.
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FDA-cleared panties could reduce STI risk during oral sex
“I wanted to feel sexy and confident and use something that was made with my body and actual sex in mind.”
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Sex toys for science
“We have not had good-quality studies with the use of modern vibrators.”
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Most at-home STI testing kits fail to meet young people’s needs
Many programs are limited to adults, leaving teens with few options, and tests can be costly.