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health2 hours ago•6 min saved

Married Couples Show Wide Range in Sex Frequency, No One-Size-Fits-All Benchmark

New NORC General Social Survey data from 2024 (1,893 married respondents) show married Americans report a wide range of sexual frequency—from not at all to two-to-three times a week—with the average adult about 53 sex acts per year. While marriage often correlates with slightly lower frequency than singles, there’s no universal “ideal” quota. Frequency tends to decline with age and life stress, and libido can be affected by hormonal changes, thyroid/metabolic health, stress, and medications like SSRIs. For mismatched desire, doctors recommend open discussion and a medical check of hormones, medications, and overall health.

via Fox News|

#aging #health #hormones

health1 day ago•6 min saved

Wrexham woman breaks silence on genital herpes stigma

A Wrexham woman, Melys Edwards, goes public about her genital herpes diagnosis to fight stigma and empower others, explaining she refused to be ashamed and now raises awareness via social media. The report notes genital herpes is treatable but not curable, with England seeing rising diagnoses and Wales facing under-diagnosis and delays in accessing sexual health testing and services.

via BBC|

#genital-herpes #health #sexual-health

health17 days ago•5 min saved

Parkinson’s reshapes intimacy, but couples can still connect beyond sex

The article explains how Parkinson’s can alter a couple’s sex life, but experts emphasize that intimacy can endure through different forms of connection and open dialogue, supported by resources like the APDA ParkinSex kit to explore what’s possible as the disease progresses.

via USA Today|

#chronic-illness #health #intimacy

health1 month ago•56 min saved

Aging and the Clitoris: Debunking the Viral Myth About Women’s Anatomy

After a viral post claimed the clitoris can disappear with age, experts explain that aging can bring hormonal shifts and other changes to female sexual health (especially around menopause and lubrication), but the clitoris itself does not simply vanish; the article walks through what actually happens and how to address age-related sexual health concerns.

via BuzzFeed|

#aging #anatomy #health

health2 months ago•12 min saved

Rising condom costs could push UK STI rates higher, doctors warn

A UK condom price surge driven by Middle East disruptions and a 30% hike from Karex could curb condom use—already low in 2023—and raise STI rates, despite free condoms at clinics; price increases are expected to reach shops over the coming months, with some ranges frozen until mid-2026.

via Metro.co.uk|

#condoms #health #public-health

health3 months ago•23 min saved

Biohacker Bryan Johnson touts girlfriend’s vaginal microbiome as elite

Biohacker Bryan Johnson publicly praised his girlfriend Kate Tolo’s vaginal microbiome, claiming her sample is 98.7% Lactobacillus crispatus and in the top 1% of vaginas, linking it to lower infection risks and better IVF outcomes; Tolo acknowledged the post and warned that oral sex carries risks, while the public reveal drew mixed reactions and underscored Johnson’s habit of sharing intimate health details publicly.

via New York Post|

#bacteria #bryan-johnson #health

health3 months ago•11 min saved

Beyond Viagra: tech-forward, personalized ED care arrives

ED is moving beyond pills toward a personalized, data-driven care model that uses at-home wearable devices to monitor erections, VR to study arousal and tailor therapy, regenerative approaches to address tissue health, and renewed options like vacuum devices and sex therapy to improve access and outcomes.

via The Conversation|

#ed-treatment #erectile-dysfunction #health

health3 months ago•7 min saved

Therapists Say Small Penis Anxiety Is Real—and Sex Should Be About Connection, Not Size

Therapists say size anxiety is real, fueled by cultural messages that equate penis size with masculinity and sexual prowess. The issue often masks deeper body-image wounds and can lead to anxiety, avoidance, and performance pressure. Experts recommend acknowledging the fear, communicating openly with partners, reframing sex beyond penetration, and focusing on presence and pleasure through varied positions and erogenous zones rather than fixating on size.

via HuffPost|

#body-image #communication #health

health3 months ago•12 min saved

GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs May Quietly Reshape Libido

GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, used for obesity and type 2 diabetes, may impact sexual function by altering brain reward pathways and serotonin signaling, potentially affecting desire, arousal, and pelvic-floor function. While some users report reduced appetite and increased energy or confidence that can improve sex life, others experience lowered libido. Research is still limited, but experts suggest effects vary by individual and may be temporary; adjustments to dosage, lifestyle, and open conversations with a clinician can help manage changes and support sexual well-being.

via SELF Magazine|

#glp-1 #health #libido

relationships-and-sexual-health4 months ago•26 min saved

Silent pain during sex: college students report discomfort across genders, but men are less likely to speak up

A study of 263 U.S. college students finds non-medical pain during sex is common for both men and women across penile-vaginal, anal, and non-penetrative activities. Women are more likely to tell partners and stop when hurt; men report pain at comparable rates for vaginal sex but are far less likely to disclose or stop, a pattern linked to traditional gender-role beliefs. Qualitative responses cite embarrassment and the pressure to please. Limitations include a single-university sample; researchers aim to create a standardized questionnaire and expand sampling to improve sex education and partner communication.

via PsyPost|

#college-students #communication #gender-roles

health6 months ago•56 min saved

Hidden HIV-Linked Anal Cancer: A Survivor’s Call to Break the Taboo

An HIV-positive advocate, Daniel Garza, was diagnosed with stage II anal cancer in 2015—likely linked to HIV’s immune suppression and HPV infection. He experienced weight gain despite barely eating, then underwent extensive treatment (radiation, chemotherapy, HBOT) that left him with an ostomy after losing half of his anal sphincter, and he was declared cancer-free in 2017. Garza now channels his experience into advocacy for HIV awareness, anal cancer and HPV education, mental health, and sexuality, urging others with persistent symptoms to seek second opinions and not ignore signs below the belt.

via Daily Mail|

#advocacy #anal-cancer #health

health6 months ago•3 min saved

Motivation, Not Frequency, Key in Porn Use and Sexual Health

A Hungarian study of 890 adults finds that why people use pornography—positive reasons like pleasure, exploration, or intimacy versus negative ones like stress relief or emotional escape—predicts sexual and emotional functioning better than how often they use it. Frequent use with positive motivations linked to adaptive regulation and less sexual withdrawal, while problematic use (not just frequency) correlates with poorer outcomes. The researchers note limitations such as self-report data and overlapping motivations, and advise evaluating distress or loss of control over use rather than frequency alone.

via Futurism|

#emotional-regulation #health #motivation

health-and-wellness6 months ago•51 min saved

Big Size, Big Feelings: What Therapy Says About Sex With Larger Penises

Therapists explain that a larger penis can bring physical challenges (like painful penetration or gag reflex during oral sex) and emotional strain (performance anxiety, shame, and trauma from past experiences). Rather than framing the issue as a mechanical problem, therapy emphasizes open, empathetic communication between partners, exploration of gentler, shallower penetration, and flexible positions, plus lubrication, to improve comfort and intimacy and reduce stigma.

via BuzzFeed|

#communication #health-and-wellness #large-penis

health6 months ago•6 min saved

ER Docs Reveal the Strangest Sex-Related Injuries They’ve Treated

Emergency departments regularly treat sex-related injuries—from penile fractures and foreign objects to vaginal tears and testicular torsion—often aggravated by embarrassment and delays in seeking care. Doctors say prompt evaluation is crucial for time-sensitive conditions, advise safer devices and lubrication, and remind patients that these issues are common and doctors aren’t judging.

via HuffPost|

#emergency-medicine #health #patient-education

health7 months ago•6 min saved

Study Reveals Factors Influencing Women's Masturbation Habits

A study published in the International Journal of Sexual Health found that women's understanding of their anatomy and feelings about their genitals significantly influence their masturbation habits, with early sexual experiences linked to greater sexual satisfaction later. The research highlights gaps in female sexual education and suggests that better knowledge and positive self-image can promote healthier sexual behaviors.

via PsyPost|

#anatomy-knowledge #health #masturbation