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Sexual Health in the News February 20 – February 26

February 26, 2026

NCSH in the News

How often do people fall passionately in love? The answer may be less than you think – Scientific American

A survey of U.S. singles reveals the different ways people experience passionate romantic love. Amanda Gesselman of NCSH member, the Kinsey Institute is cited.

More People Want Open Relationships, but Here’s Why Many Don’t Last – Business Insider

Justin Garcia of NCSH member, the Kinsey Institute, shares the most common reasons non-monogamous partnerships don’t work out.

AARP’S “IN THE MOOD” SERIES
NCSH is providing experts for AARP’s advice column, available to AARP members (via a paywall), reaching up to 15 million people monthly. The most recent articles include: 

Why Can’t I Climax With My Husband Anymore? – AARP

Experts advise us to rethink what sex looks like at this age and stage. NCSH arranged interviews with Marianne Brandon, Gretchen Frey, Evelin Molina Dacker, and Maureen Slattery.


Other News This Week

A Quarter of Pregnant Women Are Delaying Prenatal Care, CDC Report Finds – NBC News

More pregnant women are delaying prenatal care until the later stages of pregnancy or going without it altogether.

Why Doctors Ask Parents To ‘Step Out’ During Appointments With Teens – Huffpost

Asking parents to step out of the room during teen health visits gives teens an opportunity to gain independence and get support from their provider.

Missed Period in 40s: Perimenopause or Another Cause? – Women’s Health

While perimenopause is a common reason for missed periods, your cycle can also be affected by pregnancy, stress, weight changes, or underlying health conditions.

Meta Users Survey Found 19% of Young Teens on Instagram Report Seeing Unwanted Nude Images – Reuters

Almost one in five 13–15-year-old survey respondents said they saw sexual images or nudity on Instagram that they did not want to see.

How Many Americans Identify As LGBTQ+ Now Compared to a Decade Ago – Newsweek

An estimated 9 percent of U.S. adults identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or something other than heterosexual.

Testicular Cancer Foundation Releases If These Balls Could Talk, A Direct and Practical Guide to the Most Common Cancer in Young Men – AP News

Testicular cancer is the most common cancer among 15–35-year-old men. This guide covers symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, fertility preservation, sexual health, and life after treatment.

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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 
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