Sexual Health

Sexuality is a big part of being human. Love, affection and sexual intimacy all play a role in healthy relationships. They also contribute to your sense of well-being. A number of disorders can affect the ability to have or enjoy sex, including erectile dysfunction and female sexual problems. Concerns about infertility or fear of unplanned pregnancy can also come into play.

In addition, a number of diseases and disorders affect sexual health. These include sexually transmitted diseases and cancer. In men, treatment of prostate cancer can cause erectile dysfunction. In women, cervical, uterine, vaginal, vulvar or ovarian cancer may have sexual effects.

External Resources

Wilson, Anne - A research project includes an archive of responses about the meanings of hair loss in relation to gender, age, health, sexuality, and cultural difference.

Muscio, Inga - Author focusing on the subjects of feminism, environmentalism, racism, gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender issues, and sexual and family violence. Official site includes womanifestos, calendar of events, weblog, suggested reading, and links to news and magazines, independent bookstores, music, health organizations, and shopping sites.

Duratek Plastics - Products and information relating to sexual health, including vaginal dilators for post-op transsexuals.

Hunter House Publishers - Books on health, family, community, pregnancy, menopause, illness, cancer, fitness, sexuality, children, violence, and abuse.

Quentin Books - A range of titles covering areas of sex, sexual health, and health education.

Genesis Consultants Online Mental Health Book Store - Mental health book store plus ask the expert at Genesis Consultants about child abuse, marriage and family, sexual abuse, and personal growth.

The Gladiator Diet - How to preserve peak health, sexual energy and a strong body at any age.

Our Bodies, Ourselves for the New Century - A book by and for women about health and sexuality by The Boston Women's Health Book Collective.

Inner Traditions - Books on indigenous cultures, philosophy, spiritual traditions, sexuality; health, healing, and self-development.

Zenmed - Breast enhancers, supplements, skin care, and sexual health.

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