
Should we be recommending STI testing for all sexually active heterosexual men?
Widespread screening for STIs in heterosexual men is deemed “not cost effective.” Should we reconsider?
Each year in June we put a special focus on the health needs of boys and men. Sexual health is important across the entire lifespan and involves more than just sex! Body image, relationships, understanding sexual anatomy (and keeping it healthy) are all a big part of a guy’s overall health. ASHA has an array of sexual health resources developed just for men at all stages of life.
During June, we’re featuring some of our content on men’s sexual health, including an interview with Dr. Abraham Morgentaler, a leading international figure in the fields of testosterone therapy, prostate cancer, and male sexuality, information on HPV and cancer, erectile dysfunction and partner communication, and more. We also have some resources specifically for health care providers.
There are many misconceptions around men, sex, sexuality, and just what men want from relationships. In this episode we explore men’s sexuality with Dr. Abraham Morgentaler, an associate clinical professor at Harvard Medical School, the director and founder of Men’s Health Boston, and a former member of ASHA’s board of directors. He’s also the author of The Truth About Men and Sex: Intimate Secrets from the Doctor’s Office.
Erectile dysfunction, or ED, isn’t just a man’s problem—his partner is affected as well, as ED can cause a man to withdraw from sex and his partner. A female partner may blame herself, thinking that she is no longer desirable, or may even suspect infidelity as the cause behind his ED. A lack of communication can be destructive. For men in relationships dealing with ED, talking with a partner is an essential part of managing the condition.
Widespread screening for STIs in heterosexual men is deemed “not cost effective.” Should we reconsider?
Nongonococcal urethritis—or NGU—is an infection of the urethra caused by germs other than gonorrhea. The most common cause is chlamydia.
A new study found that testicles of human men contained tiny little shards of plastics, adding to concerns about the impact of our environment on reproduction.
We know that one important way to raise awareness about HPV-related cancer in men is by sharing stories of those who have experienced it. Here we share stories from three men on their experiences with HPV-related cancer.
A new paper suggests that there are biological and evolutionary reasons that we masturbate and looks to our ape ancestors for evidence. There is evidence starting around 40 million years ago that the ancestors of all monkeys and apes did indeed masturbate.
The FDA just approved a new erectile dysfunction treatment that can be sold over the counter. This gel goes directly on the penis, works in just 10 minutes, and has few side effects. Some experts, however, aren’t convinced it works all that well.
While CDC reported a decline in overall new HIV infections, disparities in HIV prevention and treatment remain.
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.
Are penises getting longer? New research suggests the average penis length has increased over the last few decades. Does it matter?
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
ASHA believes that all people have the right to the information and services that will help them to have optimum sexual health. We envision a time when stigma is no longer associated with sexual health and our nation is united in its belief that sexuality is a normal, healthy, and positive aspect of human life.
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