NCSH in the News
Black Midwives Are Suing Southern States, Claiming Regulations Make It Harder to Help Patients – Stateline
Black midwives in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi are challenging state laws that require physician collaboration agreements and other restrictions they say limit access to maternity care, particularly for Black women and people in rural communities. NCSH member, the American College of Nurse-Midwives, is featured.
When Orgasms Don’t Feel Good – Psychology Today
A new study found that orgasms aren’t always positive experiences and pressure to have sex or orgasm can diminish pleasure and satisfaction. Justin Lehmiller, of NCSH member the Kinsey Institute, authored this article.
How to Clean Up Before Sex, According to Experts – them
Sex experts say many people are overly concerned about pre-sex hygiene, particularly around anal sex and body odor, and that aggressive cleaning routines can sometimes do more harm than good. NCSH arranged interviews with Allison Kent and Rachel Needle.
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:
My Husband Has Let Himself Go, and I’ve Lost Interest – AARP
Sex therapists say it’s common for attraction to shift in long-term relationships as partners age but open communication, renewed efforts around self-care, and prioritizing emotional connection can help maintain intimacy. NCSH arranged interviews with Chris Fariello, Nan Wise, Stella Harris, and Marianne Brandon.
Other News This Week
Scientists Find a Potential Cure for Chronic Hepatitis B – The New York Times
A new experimental hepatitis B treatment achieved a functional cure in about 20% of patients with chronic hepatitis B, making the virus undetectable nearly a year after treatment ended.
Upcoming Billing Change Could Make Pregnancy Pricier – CBS News
New maternity billing codes set to take effect in 2027 will replace bundled pregnancy and postpartum care payments with a fee-for-service model, allowing providers to bill separately for prenatal, delivery, and postpartum services.
Thinking About Someone Else During Sex Is More Common Than You Think, Study Finds – VICE
A new study found that fantasizing about someone other than a partner during partnered sex or masturbation is common and is not necessarily a sign of relationship problems or dissatisfaction.
Americans’ Support for Same-Sex Marriage Drops, New Poll Shows – Newsweek
A new Gallup poll found support for same-sex marriage and the moral acceptability of same-sex relationships has leveled off in the U.S. after decades of growth.
These Are the Most Common Sex Injuries. Here’s How to Avoid Them, According to a Sexologist. – VICE
Sex experts say most sex-related injuries are minor and are often caused by inadequate foreplay, insufficient lubrication, poor communication, or trying new positions too quickly.
