Sexual Health in the News June 17 - June 23
Jun 23, 2022
NCSH in the News
You Don't Have to Deal with A Period If You Don't Want To — How to Safely Stop Your Period with Birth Control – Insider
Stopping your period with birth control is safe — in fact, you don't ever have a true period on the pill. NCSH arranged the interview with NCSH member Dr. Kate White, who shares expert advice on how to skip your period with the pill.
Sex Ed in Schools: What Parents Need to Know – U.S. News & World Report
Comprehensive sex education can help reduce rates of sexually transmitted infections and promote healthy relationships. Michelle Slaybaugh of SIECUS, a NCSH member, is featured.
Other News This Week
New Biden Rules Would Bar Discrimination Against Transgender Students – The New York Times
The Biden Administration’s proposed rules would prohibit discrimination under Title IX based on gender identity and would overhaul the previous administrations rulings around investigations of sexual assault on college campuses.
Abortion Clinics Have Already Stopped Scheduling Appointments in Multiple States – Jezebel
With increasing concerns about the looming decision of Roe v. Wade, Planned Parenthood clinics in multiple states are halting the scheduling of appointments for future abortions.
Transgender People Still Face a Sizeable Wage and Employment Gap in The U.S.—How Companies Can Help – CNBC
Studies show that transgender employees face discrimination, rejection, and are subjected to significant wages gaps in the workforce.
How To Look for An LGBTQ+-Friendly Pediatrician – Huffington Post
Finding a pediatrician that provides gender-affirming care is important for adolescents but can be difficult to find. This article explains the importance of gender affirming care and how to find a LGBTQ+ friendly pediatrician.
What Is There to Know about Sex and Aging? – Medical News Today
Aging can cause changes that may affect a person’s sex life. Health conditions and changing hormone levels can impact a person’s sex life, but people can take steps to maintain sexual satisfaction as they age.
Media Inquiries
For general media inquiries about sexual health topics and/or to schedule an interview with one of our experts, please contact Susan Gilbert, NCSH Co-Director, at
susan.gilbert@altarum.org
