Sexual Health News & Features

For the study, Harvard researchers tracked outcomes for 500 couples in Michigan and Texas for one year.

The research team surveyed nearly 600 teens living in a high-poverty area of the Bronx in New York City.

The new study involved nearly 500 patients being seen for the first time at three Mayo Clinic sites in Minnesota. They were given either routine intake forms or forms that included questions about sexual orientation and gender identity.

The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, first developed to help guard against cervical cancer, also seems to protect against a rare, chronic childhood respiratory disease.

The old image of the "pothead" who's too blissed out to make it in the bedroom may need revising.

Study suggests that, given this way, short-term use of the hormone may help those who report symptoms

They aren't the best method of birth control, but they do help prevent STDs, health experts say

It could be creating unrealistic expectations for young, inexperienced men, researcher says

Researchers suggest stigma contributes to higher rates of drinking, smoking and 'psychological distress'

Interviews reveal common theme

Researchers able to make accurate predictions 70 percent of time in study of twins

Research shows it equals same level of physical exertion as a brisk walk

But follow-up study of the gel for HIV prevention yields disappointing results

Researchers say findings could help identify people at risk for alcholism

Vote came after the agency twice rejected the daily sexual dysfunction medication due to side effects

Vote expected Thursday after agency twice has rejected the sexual dysfunction daily medication

Study of straight married couples found no emotional boost with more activity in the bedroom

As many as hundreds of thousands of Americans don’t feel they fit the gender they were born with, and some take steps to change that.

What does it mean when someone is transgender? What happens when they transition?

They're more likely to smoke, binge drink, but also more likely to get regular exercise

Study finds some challenges with sexual function that can be remedied

Brain scans failed to prove that highly sexed people have anything more than strong libidos

Many gynecologist aren’t asking women enough questions about their sex lives or sexuality, and this may compromise care.

A new survey on the sex habits of Americans shows that teenagers use condoms more often than adults.

The "placebo effect" may help treat some women with sexual dysfunction, a study shows.