NCSH in the News
7 ‘Embarrassing’ Sex Questions Experts Get Asked All the Time – Huffington Post
Experts highlight that common but embarrassing questions about sex—like squirting, masturbation frequency, fantasies, anal play, and penis size—are normal and shouldn’t be a source of shame. Sexuality educator Dr. Susan Milstein, a NCSH member, was quoted.
Other News This Week
Gepotidacin: New Antibiotic Is Effective Against Gonorrhea, Could Be First New Treatment Since 1990s, Study Says – CNN
A new study shows that the oral antibiotic gepotidacin is effective against drug-resistant gonorrhea, potentially offering the first new treatment for the infection since the 1990s.
Stress Doesn’t Just Affect Your Bladder. It Can Hijack Your Overall Health – CNN
Chronic stress can significantly lower libido by disrupting hormone levels, reducing blood flow, interfering with sleep, and taking an emotional toll on intimacy and connection.
Preventive Care May No Longer Be Free In 2026 Because of HIV Stigma − Unless the Administration Successfully Defends The ACA – The Conversation
Due to ongoing HIV stigma and a pending Supreme Court case challenging the authority of the Preventive Services Task Force, Americans could lose access to free preventive care like PrEP by 2026.
The Blue Waffle Disease Hoax and STIs – Verywell Health
“Blue waffle disease” is a debunked internet hoax, but it highlights the importance of accurate sex education and STI awareness to counter misinformation and promote safer sexual health practices.
4 Supplements That Could Increase Your Sex Drive – EatingWell
Experts suggest that supplements like vitamin D, ashwagandha, nicotinamide riboside, and L-arginine may help boost libido, especially when combined with healthy lifestyle habits and medical guidance.
Treatments That Heal Herpes Sores Faster – Verywell Health
Herpes sores can heal faster with antiviral medications like Valtrex and Zovirax, while home remedies and over-the-counter treatments can ease pain and discomfort.
