YRBS Shows Increased Mental Health Issues and Decreased Sexual Activity Among Young People
Young people are struggling. Almost all other indicators of health and well-being in the The 2021 YRBS worsened significantly.
Sexuality is a normal, healthy, and positive aspect of human life. The American Sexual Health Association (a.k.a. ASHA) believes that everyone has the right to information and services that will help them be sexually healthy. We aim to provide information and resources that are reliable, science-based, and stigma-free.
FDA Advisory Panel Suggests Approval for OTC Birth Control Pill
An FDA advisory panel voted unanimously last week that Opill, a progestin-only birth control pill, should be available over the counter.
FDA Lifts Restrictions on Blood Donations for Men Who Have Sex with Men
In a long-overdue policy change, the FDA told blood banks that they could start accepting donations from gay and bisexual men in monogamous relationships without requiring a period of abstinence prior to donation.
New Platform Makes It Easier to Get Internal Condoms
For those with insurance coverage, internal condoms can now be ordered for free online and shipped directly.
Too Few People Understand the Link Between HPV and Cancer
A new study revealed a disturbing trend in health knowledge; fewer people seem to understand the connection between HPV and certain types of cancer including cervical, oral, anal, and penile cancers.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Trichomonas
This free continuing education activity for healthcare providers covers trichomonas diagnosis, testing, and treatment.
Conflicting Court Decisions Threaten Availability of Abortion Drug
Mifepristone is one of two pills used in medication abortions. Conflicting court decisions have threaten the availability of this abortion drug.
Task Force Decides Against Routine Herpes Screenings
The U.S. Preventative Service Task Force (USPSTF) has advised against routine screening for herpes in adolescents, adults, and pregnant women.
Testing for STIs at home? Yes, it’s possible—and popular
Testing for STIs at home? It’s possible, and an increasingly popular option. Read on to better understand how home testing works and what free at-home tests are available in your area.
April is STI Awareness Month
This April, in honor of STI Awareness Month, take some time to learn about sexually transmitted infections (STIs)—and how to prevent them and take care of your sexual health.
Drug-Resistant Shigellosis Cases Are Rising—What You Need to Know
The bacterial infection can be transmitted sexually and there have been a number of outbreaks among men who have sex with men.
Are penises getting longer?
Are penises getting longer? New research suggests the average penis length has increased over the last few decades. Does it matter?
HPV and Men—Take the Quiz
HPV (a.k.a. human papillomavirus) is the name of a group of viruses that infect the skin. In women, HPV can lead to cervical cancer (and other types of cancer as well), but what about in men? Think you know about HPV and men? Take the quiz and find out.
Own your awkwardness—talking to a healthcare provider about sexual health
Talking about sexual health with a provider would be easier if we didn’t have to be naked when we do! Martha Kempner and Logan Levkoff help you “own your awkwardness” and get the care you need.
Sexual Pleasure and You
Whether we’re attracted to the opposite gender, the same gender or both, the truth is: We learn how to experience sexual pleasure for pleasure’s sake by understanding our own sexual desires and responses.
Be a Positive Voice on Social Media
If you're passionate about sexual health and looking for engaging, sex-positive content to share, ASHA has resources for you—whether you're an individual looking to use your social platforms to educate and advocate or an organization or healthcare agency needing fresh content for your social channels.
Educating Patients Leads to Better Health Outcomes
ASHA offers FREE digital patient educational materials for clinics and provider offices with our entire product line in English and Spanish. You can provide materials to patients in either digital or print format. Check out our resources and subscribe to our provider newsletter.