Rapid rise in syphilis hits Native Americans hardest

From her base in Gallup, New Mexico, Melissa Wyaco supervises about two dozen public health nurses who crisscross...

Survey highlights inadequate sexual health education for LGBTQ+ adolescents

Children across the United States who identify as LGBTQ+ say the sexual health education curricula they receive is...

UQ researchers make a series of videos to address rising STI rates in Indigenous communities

University of Queensland researchers have worked with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people to make a series...

DoxyPEP reduces chlamydia and syphilis rates in routine care

A new study has found that rates of chlamydia and syphilis plummet among people prescribed doxycycline for sexually...

Air pollution may affect male reproduction via oxidative stress, says study

In a recent review published in Antioxidants, researchers described the implications of exposure to air pollutants on male...

Healthcare workers unprepared for mpox outbreak due to knowledge gaps and vaccine inequity

Study: International healthcare workers’ experiences and perceptions of the 2022 multi-country mpox outbreak. Image Credit: Corona Borealis Studio / Shutterstock...

Ethical hurdles of integrating telemedicine in sexual medicine

The perspective article titled"Ethical perspective on telemedicine usage in sexual medicine: A friend or a foe?", was published...

Urologist weighs in on why men avoid doctor visits

Data has consistently shown that men are reluctant to seek medical care despite the fact they generally face higher mortality...

Low vitamin D levels damage erectile health via superoxide surge, study finds

Low vitamin D doesn’t just weaken bones; it can sabotage sexual health, disrupt key biological defenses, and make...

Do policies on access to contraceptives in the U.S. reflect individual preferences and right to self-determination?

In a recent study published in The Lancet Regional Health – Americas, researchers surveyed a nationally representative population...

Study highlights changes in bladder and urinary tract health across the menopause transition

The menopause transition is often accompanied by a wide array of symptoms, some of which receive more attention...

Невидимая связь: как обычные лекарства влияют на сексуальную жизнь

Многие пациенты, столкнувшись с нарушениями сексуальной функции, ищут причины в стрессе, возрасте или отношениях, даже не подозревая, что...

The impact of extreme weather events on HIV prevention and care

Extreme weather events linked to climate change exacerbate health inequities for people living with HIV, impacting prevention, care,...

Plant-based diet linked to less erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence in prostate cancer patients

A diet that limits meat and dairy but is rich in fruits, vegetables, grains, and nuts is linked...

Study highlights advantages of syphilis self-testing: convenience, privacy, and rapid results

In a recent study published in The Lancet Public Health, researchers performed a meta-analysis on the utility of...

Mount Sinai leads the way with first HYDROS Robotic System procedure in New York City

The Mount Sinai Hospital has performed New York City's first procedure using the HYDROS™ Robotic System, a cutting-edge...

Current, former CDC staff warn against slashing support to local public health departments

On a sunny weekday in Atlanta, a small crowd of people gathered for a rally outside of a...

Greater PTSD symptoms lead to worse sexual functioning among midlife women

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has been associated with a number of adverse mental and physical health outcomes. Little...

Postmenopausal women can reclaim intimacy with support and self-awareness, study finds

In-depth interviews with women and experts reveal how stigma, silence, and outdated beliefs undermine sexual health after menopause,...

Doxycycline increases antimicrobial resistance in the gut without disrupting microbiome diversity

New research reveals that doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis raises resistance gene levels in the gut, but leaves the overall...

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