Why does your sex drive increase during the summer?
Summer is just around the corner! And you know what that means… short skirts, bare legs, sultry summer evenings and hot nights. Summer can really increase your sex drive, but unfortunately, giving in to this desire is not something that comes naturally for everyone. Why is it that our libido increases in the summer months? And what can you do if you have problems that are keeping you from having hot summer sex? This blog article tells you all you need to know. Higher temperatures = higher libido Feeling hot, hot, hot? It may sound odd but sweat is one …
Acceptance of LGBTI people is improving, but what about their health needs?
Social acceptance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people has improved in the last decade. Public spaces and sports facilities are increasingly adjusted or redesigned to increase LGBTI inclusivity. But despite progress, many LGBTI persons are still denied equal treatment. Being unable or afraid to be your true self causes psychological distress and physical stress, and this of course has its consequences. In addition, LGBTI people also have specific sexual health needs and concerns. In this blog, you can read more about the health needs of LGBTI people. International Day Against Homophobia 17 May is the International Day …
Painful intercourse: five causes and solutions
On 4 September, we celebrate World Sexual Health Day (WSHD). Sexual problems are, unfortunately, often still taboo topics. And yet sexual health is a critical part of our overall health and something that shouldn’t be taken for granted. This blog talks about a problem that affects many women: painful intercourse. We’ve also written a blog post for men: ‘10 tips for men to last longer in bed’. Female sexual dysfunction is often linked to a lack of desire to have sex. Unlike male sexual dysfunction, most problems related to female sexual dysfunction seem to be psychological. Emotions, stress and restlessness are factors that can …
10 tips for men to last longer in bed
On 4 September, we celebrate World Sexual Health Day (WSHD). Sexual problems are, unfortunately, often still taboo topics. And yet sexual health is a critical part of our overall health and something that shouldn’t be taken for granted. Today, we are discussing a prevalent problem that many men struggle with (premature ejaculation) and the most common sexual problem for women (Painful intercourse: five causes and solutions). Between 25 and 60% of men suffer from premature ejaculation. For many men, this means that they climax sooner than they want or that they are unable to delay ejaculation. This can affect the length of sexual …
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD)
Sex is a human need although we differ in our expression and preference of it. Like any activity in life it comes with associated risks, which in this case is that of acquiring sexually transmitted infections (STD’s.) Sexual infections can be transmitted only by direct contact between people- either of the skin in the cases of Herpes Simples Virus (HSV) and Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) or of body fluids (semen, vaginal secretions, blood) in the case of all the others. There are eight main types of STD’s, not including the less well known infections like mycoplasma and ureaplasma, which are …
Less painful sex for men
Why does sex hurt for men? When it comes to pain during sex, we usually think about symptoms in women. But did you know that men can also experience pain during sex? In this blog post we will discuss the causes for this pain and give tips on how to remedy them. Fungal infection or STI’s For men, pain during intercourse is often caused by an infection to the penis. It can involve a fungal infection that usually affects the glans (balanitis). In addition to pain, there is often also some itching and skin irritation. An antifungal medication may help …
Trichomoniasis
What is Trichomoniasis? Often referred to as ‘trich’, trichomoniasis is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD). The World Health Organisation estimates the rate of newly infected people at 170 million per year. Trichomoniasis is caused by a small protozoan (single-celled) parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. This organism can infect the vagina, urethra and beneath the foreskin of the penis. Getting a diagnosis If you think you may have an STD, visit your GP or sexual health/genitourinary medicine clinic as soon as possible. A healthcare professional will conduct a genital examination to distinguish any symptoms from those of chlamydia, herpes or gonorrhoea. …
STD UK news
Seeking Help for Sexually Transmitted Diseases The problem of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is getting worse in the UK and, according to the Local Government Association, as many as 3.3 million people attended STD clinics in the UK last year. The issue for these clinics is chronic underfunding at a time when cases of STDs like chlamydia are spiking. The Association has pointed out that record numbers of people are turning up for treatment at STD clinics but many are turned away because there is no further capacity. And the problem looks set to get worse. The government wants …
4 ways to never forget to take your contraceptive pill
4 ways to not forget to take the pill the contraceptive pill is only reliable if it’s taken every day at or around the same time. Easier said than done because before you know it you may forget it and you have skipped a day. That’s not really the point if you miss a pill it will increase the risk of an unwanted pregnancy. Read here for the best four tips & tricks to help you remember to take your pill. 1. Alarm Many women set an alarm as a reminder to take the pill. Set a special ringtone for …
