Contraception and protection

We go through recent work on sexual health: clinical guidance, reviews and studies from international sources. Every article is written by our editors based on the original, with a link to the primary source.

Why Teens Don't Ask About Contraception? Here's What They Want to Tell the Doctor

Scientists asked teens what they lack in contraception consultations. The answers surprised: they need more information and support in conversations with parents and doctors.
IUD Protects Against Pregnancy, Not Infections: What a Study of 2 Million Women Showed

Women choosing IUDs or implants use condoms less often and face more STIs. We explore why this happens and what to do.
Do HIV Pills Really Increase the Risk of Contracting Another Infection?

We examine data on men taking HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis and find out why they are more likely to be diagnosed with syphilis and other STIs.
Every Third Teenager Finds It Hard to Buy Condoms. And It's Not Only Because of the Pandemic

What a study revealed about teenagers' access to contraception and STI testing, and why the difficulties did not disappear after the pandemic.
How Cocaine and Crack Before Sex Affect Safety: What the Research Showed

A new study: among transgender women in Brazil, using cocaine and crack before sex is linked to inconsistent condom use. What about marijuana? Find out the details.
Want to Last Longer? New Study on Condoms with Anesthetics

Regular condoms with benzocaine increase intercourse duration by 3–11%. But are they right for you? Let's delve into the details.