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Nipples stimulate the same area of the brain as genitals do

A new study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine reveals medical evidence that women’s nipples stimulate the brain in the same way that genital stimulation does, something most women already know.

Medical research created Aug 05, 2011 | popularity 4.8 / 5 (19) | comments 11 | with audio podcast weblog

Erectile dysfunction drug also helps men ejaculate and orgasm

New data suggests the erectile dysfunction (ED) drug Cialis may also be beneficial in helping men who have problems with ejaculation and orgasm, report researchers from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jan 30, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Set of criteria for 'hypersexual disorder' proposed as new mental health condition

(Medical Xpress)—The idea that an individual might suffer from a sexual addiction is great fodder for radio talk shows, comedians and late night TV. But a sex addiction is no laughing matter. Relationships are destroyed, ...

Psychology & Psychiatry created Oct 19, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Outreach through social media can encourage condom use in young adults, study shows

Sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevention messages delivered by Facebook can be effective in promoting condom use among young adults in the short term, a new study has found. Few students and young adults receive comprehensive ...

Health created Oct 09, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Study suggests gap in treatment of sexually transmitted diseases among teens

California's pediatricians-in-training are not adequately educated about the methods to prevent recurrent sexually transmitted infections in teenagers. That's the conclusion of a study from the Stanford University School ...

Pediatrics created Sep 17, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Nearly 30 percent of teens involved in sexting despite being 'bothered' by requests: study

Teens are sexting -- and at higher rates than previously reported. In the first study of the public health impact of teen sexting, researchers found that close to 30 percent are engaging in the practice of sending nude pictures ...

Health created Jul 02, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Testosterone therapy does not up prostate cancer incidence

(HealthDay) -- Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) appears to be safe and does not increase the incidence of prostate cancer, according to a study published online June 6 in The Journal of Sexual Medicine.

Cancer created Jun 15, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Bacteria study of male adolescents reveals new insights into urinary tract health

(Medical Xpress) -- The first study using cultivation independent sequencing of the microorganisms in the adolescent male urinary tract has revealed that the composition of microbial communities colonizing ...

Pediatrics created May 14, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Complementary medicine not tied to prostate cancer outcome

(HealthDay) -- Although widely used, complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) does not impact patient satisfaction with treatment or patient-reported outcomes after treatment for localized prostate cancer, ...

Cancer created May 04, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

62 percent of men and 37 percent of women over the age of 65 are sexually active: Spanish study

A study based on the National Health and Sexuality Survey, involving nearly 2000 people, describes the sexual practices of senior citizens in Spain. The most common are kisses, caresses and vaginal penetration. ...

Health created Apr 04, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

What we don't talk about when we don't talk about sex

How often does your doctor ask about your sexual life? Unfortunately, the answer may be: not often enough. Leaving the subject off the check-up checklist could mean missing an important link to overall wellness.

Obstetrics & gynaecology created Mar 22, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Study shows girls believe HPV vaccine protects from other STDs

(Medical Xpress) -- A new study published in the Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine shows that almost a quarter of girls surveyed believe that the HPV vaccine will also help prevent other STDs. ...

Health created Jan 06, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 11 | with audio podcast report

Bestiality linked to penile cancer

(Medical Xpress) -- While there are already laws against such activity in many areas, a new study finds yet another reason to avoid bestiality, or sex with animals. The new study, published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine, finds ...

Cancer created Nov 09, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (6) | comments 16 | with audio podcast report

Study looks at bike seats' effect on men's pelvic blood flow

Is it just an urban myth, or can long-term bike riding cause sexual dysfunction in men?

Health created Nov 03, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Shock therapy to help erectile dysfunction

(Medical Xpress) -- A new study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine shows that a little shock to the penis may help treat severe erectile dysfunction that does not respond well to prescription drug treatments.

Other created Nov 01, 2011 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (6) | comments 6 | with audio podcast report