NCSH in the News
The Risky Sex Mistake 30% Of People Have Made in the Heat of the Moment – METRO
Condom use errors are common, including flipping an inside-out condom over and reusing it, which can increase the risk of pregnancy and STIs. Research from the Kinsey Institute, an NCSH member, is featured.
Thanks, Birth Control Day Brings Real Stories and Accurate Information to Young People’s Social Media Feeds to Combat Misinformation – Global Newswire
Power to Decide’s 14th annual Thanks, Birth Control Day highlights gaps in contraceptive access and misinformation. Data from Power to Decide, an NCSH member, is featured.
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:
Steamy Streaming: 10 Sexy Movies to Get You In the Mood – AARP
Sex therapists suggest watching romantic or erotic films together can help couples explore fantasies, spark desire, and strengthen intimacy. NCSH arranged interviews with Sari Cooper and Sandi Kaufman.
Other News This Week
Testosterone Therapy Doesn’t Help Menopause ‘Brain Fog,’ Review Concludes – U.S. News and World Report
A review of three clinical trials involving 244 postmenopausal women found no significant improvements in memory or cognitive function from testosterone therapy.
A Surprising Link Found Between Birth Control Pills, Hormone Therapy and Brain Health – U.S. News and World Report
New research found longer reproductive lifespans and use of hormonal contraceptives and menopausal hormone therapy were associated with less brain blood vessel damage in later life.
Why Your Wife Doesn’t Want Sex (and What Actually Helps) – Psychology Today
Differences in sexual desire are common, and experts recommend reducing stress, avoiding pressure for sex, and building intimacy to support healthier sexual relationships.
Anti-Homosexuality Laws in Trinidad and Tobago Overturned – BBC
A UK court has overturned laws criminalizing gay sex in Trinidad and Tobago.
Women Experience Migraines More Than Men. Here’s A Specialist’s Guide to Managing the Pain. – CBS News
Hormonal changes during menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause can influence migraines, which affect women three times more often than men.
Irritable Male Syndrome Is Real — And It Might Be to Blame for Your Relationship Struggles – HuffPost
Declining testosterone levels in middle-aged men can contribute to mood changes, lower libido, sleep problems, and relationship difficulties.
The Conversation Gap in Women’s Healthcare, and Why It Matters – The Atlantic
Experts emphasize the need to address healthcare disparities, improve access to trustworthy information, and strengthen patient-provider relationships through collaboration and education.
What Is Pubic Hair Actually For? And Does It Matter If You Remove It? – The Conversation
Pubic hair removal is a personal choice, with no medical or hygiene need to remove it. Research suggests frequent grooming may increase skin irritation and infection risks.
