Browsing: Sexual Health

Dipolog City and Cagayan de Oro in the Philippines have reported a significant decrease in adolescent birth rates (ABR) due to effective interventions addressing teenage pregnancies.

Dipolog City’s ABR dropped from 73.8 per 1,000 girls to 30 in 2022, while Cagayan de Oro decreased from 47.4 five years ago to 34 in 2022. These improvements are attributed to data-driven innovations and high-impact programs focusing on youth involvement.

Adenomyosis and endometriosis are two reproductive health conditions that are often confused with one another due to their similar symptoms. However, they are distinct conditions that require different treatment approaches. 

Vulvodynia is a chronic pain condition that affects the vulva, which is the external female genitalia. It is a poorly understood condition that is often misdiagnosed or dismissed, leaving many women struggling with pain and discomfort for years. 

Learn about hypospadias, a condition that US rapper Lil Dicky was born with, in this informative article. Discover what hypospadias is, how it can be treated, and how it can affect those who have it. Get a medical perspective on this condition that affects around 1 in every 200 newborn boys.

Every year, more than 3 million girls are estimated to be at risk of being forced to have an FGM procedure.

This article on sexual health emphasizes the importance of communication and regular testing to maintain overall well-being.

For International Women’s Day 2023, we share six essential health tests that women should consider taking in their 20s and 30s.

Hepatitis B (HBV) is a viral infection that affects the liver, causing inflammation and potentially leading to long-term complications such…

Access to high-quality sexual and reproductive health care is crucial for women’s overall well-being. Yet it remains challenging for many women in Asia.

This article will bring you 5 over-the-counter supplements to prepare for this year’s Valentine’s. Read more