Understanding the Social Factors Associated with Congenital Syphilis
Public health experts have said that every case of congenital syphilis is a failure of STI screening and prenatal care. A new study looked more closely at cases to see what factors in a pregnant person’s life were most associated with congenital syphilis.
Birth Control Prescriptions Are Down in States with Abortion Bans
Women in states with restrictive abortion laws have few options today. And yet the prescriptions for birth control methods has fallen since the Dobbs decision.
Genital Warts
Genital warts are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). The types of HPV that cause genital warts are usually spread by direct skin-to-skin contact during vaginal, anal, or possibly oral sex with someone who has this infection.
Vaccines That Can Prevent STIs
One important prevention tool against sexually transmitted infections is vaccination. Currently, vaccines are available to protect against infection with HPV, hepatitis A and hepatitis B.
Dildos to the Dump!
In this essay, certified sexuality counselor Evelyn Resh reflects on how our sex lives and perceptions of pleasure change over time.
Talking about Sexual Pleasure on the Podcast
Featuring interviews with medical professionals and experts in the field of sexuality, ASHA’s Sex+Health podcast aims to offer information and resources to with the goal of helping people take charge of their sexual health.
Social Media Toolkits —Share Sex-Positive Content on Social
Want to share sex positive content on social media? Our toolkits offer great content that is easy to download and share.
New and Notable in Sexual Health
Check out featured resources and the latest news on sexual and reproductive health.
NGU, or Nongonoccocal Urethritis
Nongonococcal urethritis—or NGU—is an infection of the urethra caused by germs other than gonorrhea. The most common cause is chlamydia.
Supreme Court Leaves Mifepristone Rules Alone—For Now
The U.S. Supreme Court overruled a lower court decision that would have made mifepristone harder to get even in states where abortion remains legal. But the decision doesn’t mean the court is softening its stance on abortion rights.