Topic: Sexual Health

There are a few reasons that sex might be uncomfortable or hurt sometimes. Don’t try to tough it out. Pain is the body’s signal that something isn’t right! If you […]

A Pap test is usually done at age 21, unless you have special risks such as an immune problem. If you have had unprotected intercourse and you have symptoms of […]

No. After puberty, most girls will have a vaginal discharge which can be thick and sticky, especially during the middle of the cycle (when you ovulate discharge can be watery […]

A condom is used during sexual intercourse to help protect against pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. It is usually made of rubber or latex. For those who are allergic to […]

The very best way to protect yourself from chlamydia and other sexually transmitted infections is to not have sexual intercourse. Condoms also provide some protections against STIs. If you decide […]

It depends what you mean by “safe”. It isn’t dangerous to have sex while you have your period — you won’t hurt your body, BUT, although unlikely, it’s still possible […]

Yes. Pubic lice, also known as “crabs” are often spread during sexual activity, but can also be spread by coming in contact with infected sheets, towels, blankets, or clothes. Pubic […]

Definitely Not! Pimples or acne are NOT caused by masturbation. Pimples are caused by clogged pores or follicles that become filled with dead skin cells and oil (called sebum). Changes […]

Touching your own breasts is normal. This doesn’t mean you’re gay or bi-curious. Many girls/women enjoy the feeling while massaging their breasts and nipples, for example, while washing up, or […]

About 1 in 4 females between the ages of 14 and 59 in the United States have HPV. Most often the virus is cleared within 2 years. However, a female […]