Archive for the ‘STDs’ Category

A Major Factor Affecting Risk Of Sexually Transmitting HIV Is Viral Load; Condom Use Significantly Reduces Risk

Friday, January 20th, 2012

The level of HIV-1 in the blood of an HIV-infected partner is the single most important factor influencing risk of sexual transmission to an uninfected partner, according to a multinational study of heterosexual couples in sub-Saharan Africa.The study, published in the Journal of Infectious Diseases, calculated the risk of HIV-1 transmission per act of sexual intercourse and found the average rate of infection to be about 1 per 900 coital acts…. click here for more..

Snip Snip? STD Preventing Circumcisions Way Down Says CDC

Thursday, September 8th, 2011

Circumcision rates have gone way down. Researchers found that the procedure is somewhat less common today than it was 10 years ago. The report was written in light of research that proves circumcision greatly reduces the risk of contracting HIV and numerous other STDs during penile-vaginal sex… click here for more

 

TAU Researchers Develop Pocket-Sized Sensor To Detect “Date Rape” Drugs

Friday, August 12th, 2011

Smart women know it’s wise to beware when out at a bar or club - there could be more than just alcohol in that cocktail. Psychoactive substances classified as “date rape” drugs can be dropped into an unsuspecting victim’s drink, rendering her barely conscious and susceptible to sexual assault… click here for more

 

What Are Pheromones? Do Humans Have Pheromones?

Friday, August 12th, 2011

A pheromone is a chemical an animal produces which changes the behavior of another animal of the same species (animals include insects). Some describe pheromones as behavior-altering agents. Many people do not know that pheromones trigger other behaviors in the animal of the same species, apart from sexual behavior… click here for more

 

What Is An Orgasm?

Wednesday, August 10th, 2011

An orgasm is the peak of sexual pleasure. It typically consists of a series of involuntary muscle contractions in the sexual organs, lower pelvic muscles, and the anus. An orgasm is accompanied by the release of endorphins - opioid-like chemicals produced in the brain that give a feeling of euphoria… click here for more

 

What Is The Difference Between Sex And Gender?

Wednesday, August 10th, 2011

The words sex and gender are commonly used interchangeably, but many linguists would argue that their usage is quite distinct. Sex refers to the biological and physiological characteristics, while gender refers to behaviors, roles, expectations, and activities in society… click here for more