Category: Sexual Health
Declining Sperm Count in Western Men Does Not Necessarily Mean a Decline in Fertility
Recent studies have shown that sperm counts in men are declining, especially in Western countries, leading to apocalyptic predictions about the possible extinction of the human species. But Harvard …Clinical Trial of New HIV Vaccine Suggests That 97% Of Participants That Got It Developed the Desired Antibodies
First human trials of a new HIV vaccine have been conducted by Scripps Research and are showing great promise. the vaccine was able to stimulate rare cells in the …Cold Sores Latest Facts: Causes, Risk Factors, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention
Herpes labialis also known by the popular names “cold sores”, “oral herpes” or “fever blisters,” appears as a cluster of painful blisters, usually on and around the lips. Exceptionally, …Penile Extenders: What Does the Science Say About Their Effectiveness?
Penile extenders, also known as penile stretching devices, are mechanical traction devices that stretch the penis in its flaccid state and are meant to make it longer, with unconfirmed …German Study Shows That COVID-19 May Also Affect Sperm Quality
With spermatozoa that are less motile, less concentrated, and with altered shapes, the sperm of men who have had a severe form of Covid-19 are of poorer quality, according …UNC Researchers Make an Antiviral Contraceptive Gel That Stimulates the Male Libido
A new sperm-killing gel developed by U.S. researchers is also said to have antiviral properties and to also improve the quality of sexual intercourse for couples. Spermicides are often …Karolinska Institutet Researchers Create a Urine Test That Can Determine types of Asthma
What is Asthma? Asthma is a chronic disease of the airways caused by its constriction and excess production of mucus which can result in difficulty breathing, cough, and wheezing …A New Cause of Male Infertility Found: Spermatozoa Swimming in Circles
A Franco-German research team has succeeded in identifying a new factor in male infertility. Instead of being torpedoed in a straight line, some spermatozoa swim in circles. The findings …University of Missouri Researchers Used Salmonella to Turbocharge Treatment of Prostate Cancer
A strain of salmonella that has been stored at room temperature for 50 years is able to recognize cancer cells that the immune system cannot detect. This discovery bodes …