sexual health
This Is What the Hormones in Birth Control Actually Do to Your Body
We asked the experts.
By Danielle Sinay
The Zika Virus Is Now a Sexually Transmitted Infection
A government makes it clear that the virus can be passed through vaginal, anal, and oral sex.
By Danielle Sinay
Sia Is Hosting a FREE Concert Dedicated to Your Uterus
And uteruses all over America.
By Brittney McNamara
Why YouTube Videos Are Featuring This Disturbing Clip to End Female Genital Mutilation
It still happens in the U.S., even though it’s illegal.
By Brittney McNamara
The 4 Major Conversations You Should Have with Your Parents About Sex
From gynecologist visits to emergency contraception.
By Bianca Mendez
Faaaantastic, This Common STD Might Soon Become Totally Incurable
Here's why doctors are concerned.
By Brittney McNamara
Straight Guys Have Some Pretty Messed Up Ideas About Condom Use
A new study shows a big factor in when they think they need to use protection.
By Brittney McNamara
Syphilis Is the Dangerous STD You’re Probably Not Getting Tested For, But Should Be
These newly released recommendations apply to a LOT of people.
By Brittney McNamara
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8 Fascinating Things You Didn't Know About the Clitoris
Fact: Its only function is pleasure.
By Lily Puckett
Girls Who Pledge Abstinence Are Actually More Likely to Get Pregnant Than Those Who Don't
They’re also more likely to contract HPV.
By Brittney McNamara
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10 Things About Sex They Don’t Teach You in High School
“Learn how to say no and not feel guilty."
By Vera Papisova
A Survey Looked at How Well People Understand Consent, and the Answers Are Shocking
Is it getting a condom? Is it taking your clothes off? Is it nodding your head?
By Brittney McNamara
If You Think Everyone Is Having Sex But You, You’re Wrong
Not ready for it, or just don't want to have it? You're definitely not alone.
By Kristen Cochrane
24 States Are Threatening to End Access to Planned Parenthood
And you can already see the effects.
By Brittney McNamara