Condoms invented for preventing pregnancies have now been under intense scrutiny to look at their role in protection against sexually transmitted diseases (e.g. Gonorrhea and 25 other related conditions) and HIV.
Each year, the eleventh of July is celebrated the world over as the World Population Day. It began as a celebration by the United Nations Population Fund in 1988.
Diet rich in fruits and cereals and low in red meat, alcohol and coffee helps boost fertility, reports Brazilian researchers. Obesity and smoking habit exert negative impact the health of sperms.
A 55-year-old woman delivered twin babies at a fertility clinic in the southern Indian city of Chennai. She is perhaps the oldest woman in India to deliver twins.
Children with AIDS exhibit impaired dental status that affects their quality of life. This study assessed the oral health-related quality of life of these children.
A teenager born to a donor sperm traces his genetic father using the DNA test and some Internet searches, raising ethical and social concerns about assisted reproduction that were not thought of when it started
Circumcising men reduces the risk of transmitting types of human papilloma virus associated with cervical and anal cancer to women, according to a study published in The Lancet.
Circumcision to prevent HIV has been given far more credence than it deserves. Like HIV, in the past circumcision was also advocated for preventing Tuberculosis and cancer.
The use of combined injectable contraceptives (CICs) is a highly efficient, reversible method for preventing pregnancy.NET-EN 50 mg plus E2V 5 mg resulted in less overall early discontinuation
Women labeled as ‘barren’ have hope with ‘Artificial Reproductive Techniques’ –Read about the inspiration and struggles of the Pioneer from South India.
ICWO works with sex workers for their empowerment, providing opportunities for self-employment and also ensures safety and education for their children.
International Women's day falls on 8th of March every year and is a day to remind us of the crusade for gender equality and restoration of basic rights to women.
Homoesexuality (or) Same Sex Love is the hottest most discussed human trait. There has been a hunt for a Gaye gene in order to lend credibility to a growing cause.
It would be a shame if the negative focus on Gardasil, hampered the efforts to reach this HPV vaccine to millions of women who would otherwise succumb to cervical cancer.
Quadrivalent HPV vaccine was found to prevent infection with HPV-6, 11, 16, and 18 and the development of related external genital lesions in males 16 to 26 years of age.
International medical experts discussed India’s contribution to the prevention and treatment of AIDS and the need for more AIDS researchers in India at the International Science Symposium on HIV 2012.
The current trend among the working class people is to postpone the starting of a family. This will lead to dramatic rise in the incidence of infertility.
A study on Transgender population in Chennai, reveals a strong need for both Psychologists and Physicians to first understand and accept transgender persons and then improve their general wellbeing.
Women are attractive and more so during the peak fertile stage of the month. During this period, she looks appealing to men and is often rated attractive by them
The hormone Oxytocin has been lovingly referred to as the ‘cuddle chemical’ or the ‘love drug.’ But it now plays a dubious role in promoting prostitution.
PE is mostly psychological in origin and is described as ‘coming within six thrusts’ or ‘coming within two minutes.’ Initially can be treated with simple measures.
Prostitution has broadened its base to include street prostitution, massage brothels, gigolo outcall services, strip clubs, lap dancing, phone sex, child prostitution and sex tourism.
Sex is fun but involves health risks such as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs or unplanned pregnancy specially in those who have multiple partners or in those having unprotected sex.
Kanchana, is a young transgender woman, who recently showcased her documentary ‘Nambikkai’ meaning Hope. The documentary is about the talents and the human nature of people who are differently abled.
International medical experts involved in HIV care and researchers met in Chennai and discussed the latest update on HIV disease management, the pending HIV vaccine and the elusive cure for HIV/AIDS.
Breast cancer treatment is often associated with problems in sexual functioning and alteration of body image. These aspects should be taken into account while treating a woman with breast cancer.
The theme for World AIDS Day 2008, ‘Lead – Empower – Deliver’ calls out to all leaders to take it up as a priority issue and spearhead the cause of AIDS.
World AIDS Day, is an opportune time to increase awareness, improve funding and activate prevention measures with special attention on countries with high prevalence of HIV-AIDS.
World AIDS Day which falls on December 1st, 2011, is a perfect time to boost awareness, increase funding, combat stigma, improve education and kick-start prevention strategies.