Talking Birds and Bees in the 21st Century

Why are STI rates so high among young people? For insight we chatted with Dr. J. Dennis Fortenberry, a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the Indiana University School of Medicine.
A Tribute to Pioneering Sex Educator Dr. Ruth Westheimer

Today there are a lot of experts offering sexual health information and advice on websites and social media, but in the 1980s it seemed like everyone was listening to just one: Dr. Ruth Westheimer.
Remembering Pioneering Canadian Sex Educator Sue Johanson

Sue Johanson, perhaps Canada’s most famous sex educator of all time, died in June at the age of 92. Johanson was known for her clear advice and her sense of humor.
An Interview with Jane Epstein

“[Girls] have told by society that sex is great but that’s not their experience….for me, sexual empowerment for girls is helping them to find a voice in their sexual relationships.”
Five Things You Should Know about Herpes

ASHA answers many questions from the public about STIs, including about genital herpes. Here we offer five things to know about how to manage this common infection.