Risk of serious injury as strangling during sex becomes normalised among young Australians | Sexual health

Sexual health Sexual violence experts concerned about health risks and lack of consent after survey shows almost 60% of respondents under 35 had been choked at least once Strangling a partner during sex is widely perceived as normal especially among young people, with more than half of adults aged 35 and under reporting they have…

Joshua Bassett talks mental health, new music, and more

Joshua Bassett recently stopped by for an open and honest conversation with Audacy’s Bru, talking about everything from mental health, his 90-minute morning routine, new music, and more. LISTEN NOW: Joshua Bassett talks with Bru Dismayed by just how fast the year is passing by, and offering up insight into how 2024 had been for…

Call for papers – Sexual health and aging: overcoming stigmas and addressing healthcare needs

Call for papers – Sexual health and aging: overcoming stigmas and addressing healthcare needs

BMC Geriatrics is inviting submissions to our Collection on Sexual health in aging. Defined  by the World Health Organization (WHO) as “…a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality; it is not merely the absence of disease, dysfunction or infirmity”, sexual health is vital to the overall health and well-being…

Men’s mental health issues often go undiagnosed due to social biases, says expert

The suicide rate among men is four times higher than it is for women.  That’s according to research from the Centers for Disease Control and National Institute of Mental Health. Detroit-based Psychologist Denise Davis says she has seen an increase in male clientele, but mood disorders and depression still goes undiagnosed or ignored among men….

Funding Aids Summer Mental Health Programs For Canton Youths

State of Connecticut CANTON, CT — State officials last week announced a major round of grant funding for programs addressing mental health concerns for youths over the summer, including those in Canton. Subscribe Governor Ned Lamont and Education Commissioner Charlene Russell-Tucker June 27 announced the release of more than $2 million in grants for 36…

Scientists develop ‘Facebook for STIs’ where users can share their sexual health status

For nearly a decade now we’ve been sharing our holiday snaps and thoughts on social media. Now there’s a Facebook for sexually transmitted infections (STIs).  Instead of “What’s on your mind?”, it’s “What’s in your bloodstream?” via a new app called Zults which is designed to share your most intimate details.  The app allows users…

Are Figs Good for You? 4 Health Benefits

Get figgy with it. Advertisement Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy People think of figs as fruits, but they’re actually clusters of flowers that grow inside a pod. Technically called a syconium (rather than fruit),…

Chocolate and tooth enamel degradation: Benefits and risks of healthy chocolate eating | Health

Chocolates have no haters and for all the right reasons as these sweet treats are enough to make our day better. Chocolates make for the best gifts as well. Whether gifting a kid to make them feel happy or surprising our romantic partner, chocolates are the go-to gift option. Children love chocolates more than adults…

From medical mysteries to mental health: 7 podcast picks from WBUR’s health editor

Editor’s Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR’s weekly health newsletter, CommonHealth. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here.  The Fourth of July holiday week has officially arrived. For me, the summer season means taking time to relax outdoors, go hiking and jogging, and — all the while…