Our History

ASHA AIDS Quilt, an artifact from our history

ASHA was founded in 1914. This timeline traces our history over our first 100 years.

Condom Sizes: Finding the Right Fit

A condom gives the thumbs up to different condom sizes

Just like the people to whom they’re attached, penises come in all shapes and sizes (some would even argue personalities, but that’s beyond our scope here). Condoms come in different shapes and sizes as well, so anyone can find a condom that’s right for them. Learn more about condom sizes.

What Is Sexual Health?

What is sexual health

Sexual health is the ability to embrace and enjoy our sexuality throughout our lives. It is an important part of our physical and emotional health. Learn more about what being sexually healthy means.

HPV-Related Head and Neck Cancer

A man hold on to his throat

You have probably heard that HPV can cause cervical cancer. But did you know that it can also cause cancers of the mouth, tongue, and throat?

Choosing A Hormonal Contraception Option

A pack of birth control pills

Many methods of birth control that are available today rely on hormones like those that our bodies make naturally. Hormonal methods come in many different forms—from pills to patches to shots—but all of them essentially work the same way.

Learn about Sexual Health

A smiling couple in bed

There are many things that fall under the sexual health umbrella—reproductive health, sexually transmitted infections, relationships, gender expression, and so much more.

ASHA Products

Sex-positive information for individuals

The American Sexual Health Association offers books, booklets, clothing, and other novelty items for individuals, including our signature Askable Parent guide.

Health is Power

Your Health is Your Power This male-focused campaign is a multi-channel effort intended to promote the sexual health of African American men ages 18 to 30 in the United States using online, social media, and on-the-ground messaging. The Health Is Power toolkit is designed for organizations to better promote sexual health among young African American […]

Sexual Rights for Seniors

A woman in a wheelchair is kissed on the cheek by her partner

When I think of rights typically those of the civil/legal variety are what come to mind. A right to have sex, though? While it may not be enshrined in the Constitution, it does make sense that humans should be free to pursue what nature obviously intended us to do.