Sexual Health

Ring in the New Year
Blood 23 Dec 2009

Ring in the New Year

New Year’s Eve: It was the best of times, it was the worst of times … New Year’s Eve is possibly the biggest party of the year, often leading to the biggest hangover of the year. Do you recognise the words “I’m never drinking again”? We’ve all said them and…
Healthy and safe sex on New Year’s Eve
Infections 22 Dec 2009

Healthy and safe sex on New Year’s Eve

New Year's Eve is traditionally associated with all-night parties. For many people it may involve a midnight kiss and subsequent sexual activity, which might occur…
The Circumcision Procedure
Children's health 16 Dec 2009

The Circumcision Procedure

Circumcision is a surgical procedure in which the foreskin (also known as the prepuce) is cut from the penis. It is not performed routinely for any…
Tips for Dealing with Erectile Dysfunction
Men's Health 07 Dec 2009

Tips for Dealing with Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction is extremely common, particularly for men with heart disease, diabetes or who have been treated for prostate cancer. It affects relationships and self…
Fertility Awareness Contraceptive Methods
Hormones 02 Dec 2009

Fertility Awareness Contraceptive Methods

Fertility awareness contraceptive methods prevent pregnancy by relying on a woman monitoring her fertility throughout the menstrual cycle and avoiding sex on days of the cycle…
Contraception after childbirth and during breastfeeding
Hormones 02 Dec 2009

Contraception after childbirth and during breastfeeding

Contraception after childbirth is an important consideration as suitable methods depend on whether a woman is breastfeeding, how often she is breastfeedng and whether or…
Cervical Mucus Monitoring Methods of Birth Control
Hormones 30 Nov 2009

Cervical Mucus Monitoring Methods of Birth Control

The cervical mucus monitoring methods of contraception are methods for preventing pregnancy which rely on a woman monitoring changes in her cervical mucus throughout the…
Calendar Based Methods of Contraception
Hormones 26 Nov 2009

Calendar Based Methods of Contraception

Calendar based contraceptive methods prevent pregnancy by determining the fertile periods during the menstrual cycle and avoiding sexual intercourse or using alternative contraceptive methods on those…
Fertile Days Calculator and Calendar Rhythm Method
Hormones 27 Sep 2009

Fertile Days Calculator and Calendar Rhythm Method

This ovulation calculator determines the days of your menstrual cycle on which you are fertile and can conceive a baby, or should use conraception.