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Sex between monogamous heterosexuals rarely source of hepatitis C infection
• Infections • • Sexual Health • Mar 19 13

Individuals infected by the hepatitis C virus (HCV) have nothing to fear from sex in a monogamous, heterosexual relationship. Transmission of HCV from an… Sex between monogamous heterosexuals rarely source of hepatitis C infection   

 
 

Sex may be a natural way to treat migraines, cluster headaches
• Headaches • • Migraine • • Sexual Health • Mar 07 13

Having sex may be the solution to curing a splitting headache.

Researchers from the University of Munster in Germany have found that sexual activity… Sex may be a natural way to treat migraines, cluster headaches   

 
 

Why sex is a ‘better headache cure rather than painkillers’
• Headaches • • Sexual Health • Mar 05 13

Sex appears to be a cure for headaches, researchers have suggested.

A team of neurologists found that sexual activity can lead to “partial or… Why sex is a ‘better headache cure rather than painkillers’   

 
 

Like girls, U.S. boys may be hitting puberty earlier
• Children's Health • • Sexual Health • Oct 22 12

Boys in the United States may be entering puberty earlier than in generations past, a new study has found, suggesting it’s not just… Like girls, U.S. boys may be hitting puberty earlier   

 
 

All healthcare professionals need training to deal with the sexual needs of patients
• Public Health • • Sexual Health • Oct 12 12

Providing healthcare staff with a one-day training course on dealing with the sexual needs of people with an acquired physical disability gave them greater… All healthcare professionals need training to deal with the sexual needs of patients   

 
 

German cabinet approves bill allowing circumcision of boys
• Public Health • • Sexual Health • • Urine Problems • Oct 10 12

Germany’s cabinet approved a draft law on Wednesday protecting the right to circumcise infant boys, which it says will end months of legal… German cabinet approves bill allowing circumcision of boys   

 
 

Fathers who sleep closer to children have lower testosterone levels
• Endocrinology • • Gender: Male • • Sexual Health • Sep 05 12

Closer sleeping proximity between fathers and children is associated with a greater decrease in the father’s testosterone level, with possible implications for parenting behavior.… Fathers who sleep closer to children have lower testosterone levels   

 
 

Study confirms uncircumcised boys’ UTI risk
• Children's Health • • Sexual Health • • Urine Problems • Jul 10 12

Baby boys who are uncircumcised have an increased risk of urinary tract infection - whether their foreskin is “tight” or not, a study published… Study confirms uncircumcised boys’ UTI risk   

 
 

Male fertility genes discovered
• Gender: Male • • Genetics • • Sexual Health • May 25 12

A new study has revealed previously undiscovered genetic variants that influence fertility in men. The findings, published by Cell Press on May 24th in… Male fertility genes discovered   

 
 

Severe Gum Disease, Impotence May Be Linked
• Dental Health • • Gender: Male • • Sexual Health • May 21 12

Men with severe gum disease, known as periodontitis, are at greater risk for impotence, according to a new study that finds young men and… Severe Gum Disease, Impotence May Be Linked   

 
 

High Fat Diet May Lower Men’s Sperm Count
• Dieting • • Gender: Male • • Sexual Health • Mar 18 12

A diet high in fat could reduce men’s sperm counts, a new study suggests.

Among participants in the study, those with the highest fat… High Fat Diet May Lower Men’s Sperm Count   

 
 

Fatherhood lowers testosterone in men, study finds
• Endocrinology • • Sexual Health • Sep 13 11

Fatherhood lowers testosterone levels, U.S. researchers said they have confirmed, making it easier for men to be involved in raising children.

High levels of… Fatherhood lowers testosterone in men, study finds   

 
 

Weight loss improves sexual health of overweight men with diabetes
• Diabetes • • Sexual Health • • Weight Loss • Aug 08 11

A new study published in The Journal of Sexual Medicine reveals that in obese men with type 2 diabetes, weight loss improves erectile function,… Weight loss improves sexual health of overweight men with diabetes   

 
 

Hepatitis C Transmitted by Unprotected Sex Between HIV-Infected Men
• AIDS/HIV • • Infections • • Sexual Health • Jul 23 11

Sexual transmission of hepatitis C virus (HCV) is considered rare. But a new study by researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, working with… Hepatitis C Transmitted by Unprotected Sex Between HIV-Infected Men   

 
 

Male subfertility helped by antioxidants says research
• Fertility and pregnancy • • Gender: Male • • Sexual Health • Jan 20 11

Antioxidants may help improve male fertility, early research suggests.

A review of existing data found, compared with controls, a couple was more likely to… Male subfertility helped by antioxidants says research   

 
 

Baldness drug works, but some have sexual problems
• Dermatology • • Hair Loss • • Sexual Health • Oct 21 10

The widely used baldness drug finasteride (Propecia) indeed boosts hair growth in men, but some may develop sexual problems, according to a new analysis.

… Baldness drug works, but some have sexual problems   
 
 

Health providers need to do more to understand and support lesbians who are overweight
• Fat, Dietary • • Obesity • • Sexual Health • Jul 15 10

Healthcare professionals need to develop greater understanding of the specific needs of lesbian patients and adopt a more sensitive approach to the advice they… Health providers need to do more to understand and support lesbians who are overweight   

 
 

Yale researchers develop test to identify ‘best’ sperm
• Gender: Male • • Sexual Health • May 31 10

Researchers at Yale School of Medicine have discovered a method to select sperm with the highest DNA integrity in a bid to improve male… Yale researchers develop test to identify ‘best’ sperm   

 
 

Teenagers are programmed for risk, study finds
• Children's Health • • Psychiatry / Psychology • • Sexual Health • Mar 25 10

Teenagers are programed to take risks because they enjoy the thrill of dangerous situations more than others, British scientists said on Wednesday.

The findings… Teenagers are programmed for risk, study finds   

 
 

Association between Smoking, Passive Smoking, and Erectile Dysfunction
• Sexual Health • • Tobacco & Marijuana • Mar 23 10

Although previous studies report an association between erectile dysfunction (ED) and smoking, few have examined the impact of passive smoke exposure on ED. This… Association between Smoking, Passive Smoking, and Erectile Dysfunction   

 
 

Study links restless leg syndrome with erectile dysfunction in older men
• Neurology • • Sexual Health • Jan 03 10

A study in the Jan. 1 issue of the journal Sleep shows that erectile dysfunction was more common in older men with restless leg… Study links restless leg syndrome with erectile dysfunction in older men   

 
 

Acupuncture reduces hot flashes, improves sex drive for breast cancer patients
• Alternative Medicine • • Cancer: Breast • • Sexual Health • Dec 29 09

Not only is acupuncture as effective as drug therapy at reducing hot flashes in breast cancer patients, it has the added benefit of potentially… Acupuncture reduces hot flashes, improves sex drive for breast cancer patients   

 
 

Pediatrician Offers Tips for Talking to Kids about Sexting, Internet Use
• Children's Health • • Sexual Health • Dec 08 09

In the good old days, responsible parents talked to their children about dating and sex. But these days, in our ever-changing digital world, that’s… Pediatrician Offers Tips for Talking to Kids about Sexting, Internet Use   

 
 

European Urology: Male factor infertility associated with comorbidities
• Gender: Male • • Sexual Health • • Urine Problems • Nov 09 09

The December issue of European Urology, the official journal of the European Association of Urology, features an article entitled ‘Are Infertile Men Less… European Urology: Male factor infertility associated with comorbidities   

 
 

Long-term risks of Viagra® use unclear
• Drug Abuse • • Sexual Health • • Urine Problems • Oct 08 09

The popular erectile dysfunction drug Viagra® is associated with a number of side effects, but data on long-term harms are still lacking, according to… Long-term risks of Viagra® use unclear   

 
 
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