Sexual Health in the News

The Guardian

‘They Said to Me, You Were The Best Sex Toy We Ever Had’: The Pain, Pleasure and Paranoia of Life in A Throuple

As throuples become more visible, people in three-person relationships say they can offer deep connections but also unique emotional challenges. Research from the Kinsey Institute, an NCSH member, is featured. 

AARP

It Can Be More Difficult to Orgasm as an Older Adult

Experts say reduced genital sensation and difficulty reaching orgasm after menopause are common symptoms of genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), a treatable condition linked to declining estrogen. NCSH arranged interviews with Maureen Slattery, Melissa Kaufman, and Gretchen Frey. 

U.S. News and World Report

LGBTQ+ People Less Likely to Be Screened for Some Common Cancers

A new study found that LGBTQ+ people, particularly gay and bisexual women and transgender individuals, are less likely to receive recommended breast and cervical cancer screenings.