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Could a Meal With Refined Carbs Make You Less Attractive?
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- March 7, 2024
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Put down that donut and lay off the pasta: New research finds you're less sexy after gorging on refined carbs.
French researchers presented heterosexual adults with photos of an opposite-sex person who two hours earlier had eaten a breakfast rich in refined carbohydrates...
Use It or Lose It? Mouse Study Reveals Key to Healthy Erections
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- February 9, 2024
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Is 'practice makes perfect' true for the male erection, too?
That's the suggestion from a Swedish study involving amorous male mice. It found that getting erections regularly was important to the rodents' overall erectile function.
The key seemed to lie in connecti...
U.S. Syphilis Cases Continue to Climb
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- January 30, 2024
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U.S. cases of syphilis have soared past numbers seen just a decade ago, new government statistics show.
The grim numbers are for 2022, the latest year for which an accurate tally is available.
More ...
'Morning After' Pill Sales Surge on Day After New Years' Eve
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- December 21, 2023
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Even Valentine's Day apparently doesn't trump the start of a brand new year when it comes to getting frisky.
Sales of the morning-after pill surged across the U.S. after New Year 2022, new research shows. Nearly 41,000 extra pills were sold in the following week, a perio...
1 in 3 Men Open to Having More Than One Partner. Women, Not So Much
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 14, 2023
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Being in a marriage or long-term relationship typically includes promises of monogamy, but new research shows a surprising number of folks, mostly men, are open to the idea of having another person in the mix.
Fully one-third of men in the United Kingdom are open to the ...
As Congo Outbreak Continues, Study Finds Low-Dose Mpox Vaccine Still Offers Protection
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- December 14, 2023
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Mpox is making headlines again, as an outbreak of severe disease in the Democratic Republic of Congo in Africa has infected thousands of people and killed hundreds.
Amid this worrying scenario, researchers at New York University (NYU) offer a glimmer of good news: Smalle...
In Michigan, 5 Women Contracted Syphilis Affecting the Eyes From the Same Asymptomatic Man
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- November 27, 2023
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In a disease cluster last year, one infected but asymptomatic man spread a rare form of syphilis that affects the eyes to five Michigan women, a new report finds.
Since ocular syphilis remains very rare, researchers believe the strain of T. pallidum -- the syphi...
Taking Antibiotic After Sex Could Slash Your Risk for an STI. Here's What to Know
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- November 18, 2023
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Data showing that the antibiotic doxycycline might prevent a sexually transmitted infection (STI) if taken soon after sex made headlines earlier this year.
As surging numbers of cases of syphilis and gonorrhea affect m...
U.S. Syphilis Cases in Newborns Rose 10-fold Over a Decade
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- November 7, 2023
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An old scourge, syphilis, is returning with a vengeance in the United States, affecting not only adults but also the most vulnerable -- newborns.
Rates of congenital syphilis soared 10-fold between 2012 and 2022, according to new data released Tuesday by the U.S. Centers...
PTSD Can Harm a Woman's Sex Life
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 27, 2023
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Suffering from PTSD may take a toll on your sex life if you're a woman, new research reveals.
About 10% of women have PTSD symptoms because of combat exposure, childhood abuse and sexual violence. Little research has been done looking at how these symptoms might affect s...
Childhood Trauma Can Affect a Woman's Adult Sex Life, Study Finds
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 5, 2023
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A stressful or traumatic childhood experience — anything from parents divorcing to a sibling's drug problem — may have long-term effects on a woman's sexual health.
These adverse childhood experiences may be linked to sexual inactivity and dysfunction in women later ...
Is Science Getting Closer to the Brain Center for Male Libido?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 11, 2023
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A single hardwired brain circuit might be responsible for male sexual drive, a new mouse study reports.
Researchers have singled out in lab mice a brain region that controls sexual interest, libido, mating behavior and pleasure, said senior researcher
Your Sex Life Doesn't Have to Suffer During Menopause
- Ann Schreiber HealthDay Reporter
- June 19, 2023
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Let's talk about menopause and its impact on your sex life. We all know that this phase of life can bring about some changes, like a lower sex drive and vaginal dryness. But here's the thing: you don't have to suffer through it. In this article, we will break down how menopaus...
Going Solo: Masturbation May Give Humans an Evolutionary Edge
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- June 7, 2023
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Some might think masturbation is all about self-pleasure, but scientists now claim it's far more significant than that.
Their new findings suggest it could serve an important role in evolution.
An ancient trait in primates, masturbation — at least for the males ...
Peyronie's Disease: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
- Sue Benzuly, RN HealthDay Reporter
- June 1, 2023
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Many men have likely never heard of Peyronie's disease, but they might want to brush up on this condition because it causes the penis to curve abnormally during an erection.
Peyronie's disease typically affects men over 30, and it appears to be caused by the build-up of ...
People in Open Relationships Face Stigma, Research Shows
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- December 19, 2022
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Even though roughly 1 in 5 Americans has been involved in an “open” relationship at some point in their lives, new research cautions that many end up bearing the brunt of stigmatizing and stressful disapproval.
The finding stems from a pair of fresh investigatio...
1 in 10 Teens Have Sexted, Many See Porn by 6th Grade: Study
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 7, 2022
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A high number of preteens and teens in the United States have viewed pornography and many have also sent or received nude or seminude photos -- sexting -- over their smartphones, a new study reveals.
“The prevalence rates we found in this study suggest that school co...
Science Helps Reveal Secrets of the Clitoris
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 1, 2022
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More than 10,000 nerve fibers -- many more than expected -- power the human clitoris, according to Oregon researchers who were able to count them for the first time while performing gender-affirming genital surgery.
First Sex Activates Boost in Vaginal Immune Response, Study Finds
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- October 28, 2022
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A woman's body appears to go on high alert after she loses her virginity, a new study reports.
Specifically, her immune system ramps up activity in her vagina following her first sexual intercourse, researchers found.
However, researchers can't yet say whether thes...
Who's Got the Strongest Sex Drive, Men or Women?
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- October 26, 2022
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Perhaps to no one's surprise, new research has determined that men do, in fact, have a much stronger sex drive than women.
After reviewing more than 200 studies, investigators "found that men consistently report a higher sex drive," said study author Julius Frankenbach,...
Sexual Issues Can Plague Young Women Who've Survived Cancer
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- October 3, 2022
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Young women who have survived cancer are at risk of having sexual problems, such as loss of libido and discomfort, a new study finds.
The quality of the survivor's sex life is also inf...
Gay Men Are Cutting Back on Sex to Avoid Monkeypox
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- August 26, 2022
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A survey conducted among American gay and bisexual men in early August found about half saying they'd cut down on sexual activity -- including one-night stands and app-based hookups -- in response to the
Vaginal or C-Section, Method of Childbirth Won't Affect a Couple's Sex Life Later
- By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 24, 2022
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Childbirth shouldn't put any dent in your future lovin', regardless of the way your baby was delivered, new research assures.
Sexual enjoyment isn't affected at all by method of delivery in the years following childbirth, according to
B 8/11 -- Lung Cancer Can Diminish Sexual Health for Women
- By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- August 9, 2022
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Sexual dysfunction is a common side effect among women with lung cancer, a new study finds.
"The SHAWL [Sexual Health Assessment in Women with Lung Cancer] study is about bringing women's sexuality to the forefront of scientific discussions because it has been significan...
Breast Cancer Treatment Effects on Sex Life a Hidden Burden
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- August 8, 2022
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Women with breast cancer commonly see their sexual health decline, yet their doctors aren't telling them what to expect -- or what to do about it.
Those are among the fin...
Many Older Women Have Active Sex Lives, But Menopause Can Interfere
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- May 18, 2022
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Many women remain sexually active into their 70s, but for others, menopause symptoms and chronic health issues get in the way.
That's among the findings from the latest University of Michigan Poll on Healthy Aging...
Orgasm's Key Role in Women's Sexual Satisfaction
- By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter
- April 13, 2022
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The more orgasms you have, the more you come to expect.
And the reverse is also true, according to a new study of the so-called orgasm gap -- in which men climax far more often than their female partners.
"Our expectations are shaped by our experiences, so whe...
A New Male Birth Control Pill Works - in Mice
- March 23, 2022
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Science is moving closer to a male contraceptive pill, and human clinical trials of a non-hormonal version could begin later this year, researchers say.
The experimental contraceptive works in mice, according to a preliminary study scheduled for presentation Wednesday at...
Sex in the Senior Years: Why It's Key to Overall Health
- February 15, 2022
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Lovemaking isn't just for the young - older people gain a lot of satisfaction from amorous relations as well.
But things get complicated as people age, and many folks let this important part of life drift away rather than talk about sexual problems with either their part...
Hints That Viagra-Like Drugs Might Help Prevent Dementia
- February 14, 2022
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Viagra-like drugs might do more than rejuvenate sex lives: A new study suggests that medications for erectile dysfunction may also help treat vascular dementia.
The medications are designed to increase blood flow to the penis in order to treat erectile dysfunction, so U....
Could Semen Hold Key to New Over-the-Counter Contraceptive?
- February 9, 2022
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No contraceptive is perfect, and scientists continue searching for safer, more effective methods.
Now, researchers have found a way to trap sperm in semen's natural gel state, and they believe their findings could point the way to a new type of birth control.
Norma...
Fragile Male Egos Have Many Women 'Faking It' in the Bedroom
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 2, 2022
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A trio of new studies are confirming what millions of women already know: Reacting to your man's insecurities can have you pretending the sexual satisfaction you do not feel.
The more a woman thinks her partner's ego is fragile, the more likely she is to protect those fe...
Death During Sex Very Rare Among Those Under 50
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 13, 2022
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It's a familiar trope of TV and movies -- a couple is engaged in passionate sex when the guy's heart suddenly gives out.
"Usually it's a middle-aged man. Usually he's cheating with somebody else. It's funny, there's this myth in our mind that this can happen," said cardi...
Dolphins Have a Functioning Clitoris, Study Finds
- Cara Murez
- January 11, 2022
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The sex lives of dolphins may seem to be an esoteric scientific subject, but there are researchers who wondered if a certain part of a female dolphin's anatomy might produce pleasure.
"Every time we dissected a vagina, we would see this very large clitoris, and we were c...
U.S. Adolescents Are Getting Less Sex Education Now Than 25 Years Ago
- Robert Preidt
- November 9, 2021
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Sex Ed -- it's been a staple of public education for decades, but new research shows that only half of American teens are getting instruction that meets minimum standards.
"The findings show that most adolescents are not receiving sex education that will enable them to m...
Gender-Affirming Mastectomies Give Boost to Patients' Mental Health
- Robert Preidt
- October 20, 2021
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Gender-affirming breast removal (mastectomy) can greatly enhance a patients' mental well-being, a new study finds.
Gender-affirming mastectomy is the most common type of gender-confirming surgery, but there's "not a lot of information out there about how exactly these ty...
Testosterone Levels Matter for Men's, Women's Sex Lives
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- October 13, 2021
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What launches guys on serial sexual conquests and prompts solo activity among women?
It's testosterone, of course.
As the primary male sex hormone, it plays a leading role in the sexual development of guys. But folks often overlook the role it plays in female sexua...
Is It COVID? Early Signs May Differ by Age, Gender
- Robert Preidt
- August 4, 2021
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Exactly what symptoms of early COVID-19 infection you suffer may depend on both your age and gender, a new study finds.
"As part of our study, we have been able to identify that the profile of symptoms due to COVID-19 differs from one group to another. This suggests that...
Who's Most Likely to Get Bullied at School?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 27, 2021
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Bullying remains a threat to American teens, and a new study reveals which kids may be at highest risk.
Race-based bullying takes a heavy toll on teens, the research found, but minority kids who are picked on for other reasons -- whether gender, sexual orientation, relig...
Sales of ED Drugs Boomed During Pandemic
- Robert Preidt
- June 25, 2021
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Think the sex lives of Americans took a hit during the pandemic? Think again.
New research finds there's been a jump in sales of erectile dysfunction (ED) drugs, especially Cialis (tadalafil), in the United States over the past year.
"We saw a huge spike in sales...
It's a Myth That Promiscuous Women Have Low Self-Esteem
- Robert Preidt
- June 11, 2021
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The old double standard lives on.
A new study finds that many people still believe -- incorrectly -- that women who engage in casual sex have low self-esteem. And they don't think the same is true of men.
"We were surprised that this stereotype was so widely held,"...
New Study Examines Sexuality of People With Autism
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- May 5, 2021
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Adults with autism report a broad range of sexuality -- being much more likely to identify as asexual, bisexual or homosexual than people without autism, a new study finds.
In a survey of nearly 2,400 adults, researchers found that those with autism were three to nine ti...
Better Sleep May Mean Better Sex for Women
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- April 28, 2021
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Good sleep might be the best prescription for sexual satisfaction among older women, a new study suggests.
Women who did not routinely get restful slumber were nearly twice as likely to report sexual problems, such as lack of desire or arousal, researchers found.
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Regret That One-Night Stand? It Probably Won't Stop Another, Study Shows
- Cara Murez
- April 7, 2021
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You might think regret has an upside -- to help you avoid repeating a mistake -- but new research shows it's just not so, especially when it comes to casual sex.
Researchers from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology asked volunteers to fill out a questionna...
Even Before Lockdowns, Young Americans Were Having Less Casual Sex
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- March 30, 2021
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Despite being the dating-app generation, young adults are largely saying no to casual sex, and less drinking and more video games are two reasons why, a new study suggests.
Surveys in recent years have been finding that compared with past generations, today's young adult...
Estrogen Taken During Gender-Affirming Surgeries Won't Raise Blood Clot Risk: Study
- January 18, 2021
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Most transgender women can safely continue their estrogen treatments during gender-affirming surgery, a new study finds.
Estrogen therapy and surgery can increase the risk of blood clots, so experts have suggested that transgender women stop taking the hormone when havin...
Study Outlines Role of Oral Sex in Rare Throat, Mouth Cancers
- Amy Norton
- January 12, 2021
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People who began having oral sex at a young age or at greater "intensity" may face an increased risk of a type of throat cancer, a new study finds.
The study, published online Jan. 11 in the journal Cancer, focused on oropharyngeal cancer caused by human papillo...
Viagra Doesn't Solve All Sexual Problems, Men Discover
- Steven Reinberg
- July 20, 2020
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Viagra, the wonder drug for men suffering from impotence, is not a cure for all sexual health ills, a new study shows.
Since it hit the scene, men aren't complaining about erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation as much as low sexual desire and curvature of the...
Coronavirus Baby Boom? Survey Says Maybe Not
- Serena McNiff
- June 25, 2020
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Will the stay-at-home orders issued in March and April result in a "coronavirus baby boom," as some have predicted?
Perhaps not, according to a new survey of more than 1,000 U.S. adults, conducted by researchers from Indiana University.
Around half of the ...
More Young Americans Are Going Without Sex
- Dennis Thompson
- June 12, 2020
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Sex, and lots of it, has long been the primary preoccupation of young adults, but more of them are now going months and years without any intimate encounters.
New research shows that one of three men between the ages of 18 to 24 have not had any sex during the past y...