Use of local estrogens for genitourinary menopausal symptoms remains low

New study demonstrates preference for vaginal estrogen tablets vs. cream and how method of treatment affects adherence to treatmentLocal estrogens continue to be underutilized in the treatment of...

Study lays groundwork for blood test to aid in the detection and monitoring of myeloma

Serum microRNA profiles change as myeloma progresses, according to a report in The Journal of Molecular DiagnosticsVirtually all patients who develop myeloma have an asymptomatic disease called...

Chapman University explores how number of sex partners differ by height and body mass

Chapman University has published research on how many sex partners people have relative to their height and body mass.

Cardiovascular disease is more than a heart problem

A Deakin University researcher is looking to lift the taboo on the sexual problems that are often an unspoken side-effect for the 3.72 million Australians living with cardiovascular disease.

Lower sperm motility in men exposed to common chemical

Men with higher exposure to the substance DEHP, a so-called phthalate, have lower sperm motility and may therefore experience more difficulties conceiving children, according to a Lund University...

Recommendation against regular screening 'puts men at greater prostate cancer risk'

Many many are at greater risk for intermediate- and high-risk prostate cancers as a result of USPSTF recommendations against regular screening for the disease, a new study finds.

Sex 'unlikely to raise heart attack risk' for heart disease patients

Engaging in sexual activity if you have heart disease does not increase the risk of heart attack, according to the findings of a new study.

Silicone vaginal ring may help protect underprivileged women against HIV, herpes

Scientists hope a new silicone vaginal ring design will enable effective delivery of drugs against human immunodeficiency virus and sexually transmitted diseases.

Skin microbiome influences common sexually transmitted disease

For years, researchers have known that the human skin is home to a diverse community of microorganisms, collectively known as the skin microbiome.

Young male cyclists are the most likely to die after being involved in a traffic accident

A study by researchers at the University of Granada has demonstrated that mortality among cyclists varies widely depending on the age and sex of the population.

Almost half the risk for testicular cancer is inherited, study finds

New research from the Institute of Cancer Research finds that almost 50% of the risk for testicular cancer is inherited - a rate that is far higher than with other cancers.

NYU researchers observe upward trend in hepatitis C infection rates among HIV+ MSM

Current rate of HCV incidence may be as high as 2 in every 100 per yearWhile sexual contact is not the most efficient means of hepatitis C (HCV) transmission, there have been several reports of...

NYU researchers observe upward trend in hepatitis C infection rates among HIV+ MSM

Current rate of HCV incidence may be as high as 2 in every 100 per yearWhile sexual contact is not the most efficient means of hepatitis C (HCV) transmission, there have been several reports of...

Study proves pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is effective at preventing HIV in high-risk gay men (PROUD study)

The Lancet today publishes the results of the PROUD study, which shows giving daily HIV medication to gay men who are HIV negative yet at high risk of becoming HIV positive is highly effective at...

Study proves pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is effective at preventing HIV in high-risk gay men (PROUD study)

The Lancet today publishes the results of the PROUD study, which shows giving daily HIV medication to gay men who are HIV negative yet at high risk of becoming HIV positive is highly effective at...

New drugs reawaken latent HIV to eradicate virus

In a new study, researchers reveal how they used a class of drugs called Smac mimetics to reawaken and destroy latent HIV, opening the door to a cure for the virus.

Men with a high BMI at lower risk of rheumatoid arthritis

A high BMI in men and the type of fat men develop could be reducing their risk of getting rheumatoid arthritis, according to new research from Sweden.

Canadian paediatricians revisit newborn male circumcision recommendations

In an updated statement released today, the Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS) continues to recommend against the routine circumcision of newborn males.

Canadian paediatricians revisit newborn male circumcision recommendations

In an updated statement released today, the Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS) continues to recommend against the routine circumcision of newborn males.

FDA clearance given to add genital swab claim to moderate complexity Simplexa HSV 1 & 2 direct molecular test

Quest Diagnostics, the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, today announced that its Focus Diagnostics products business has received FDA 510(k) clearance to add the genital...

Prostate cancer: should PSA screening be routine?

In 2012, the USPSTF made a recommendation against routine PSA testing for prostate cancer - a move met with criticism. We look at the evidence for and against such testing.

No new HIV infections in large pre-exposure prophylaxis study

An observational study evaluating the use of pre-exposure prophylaxis found that no new cases of HIV infection occurred during an assessment period of 32 months.

Breast cancer: study finds rise in double mastectomy among men

There has been a significant rise in double mastectomy among men with breast cancer, despite lack of evidence suggesting the procedure is beneficial, according to new research.

10 best ways to boost fertility

Small changes to diet, timing of sex or even your lubricant can help increase fertility and the chances of conception. MNT looks at the 10 best ways to boost fertility.

Why do certain hormonal contraceptives increase the risk of HIV?

In recent years, evidence has been building that injectable contraceptive depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (Depo-Provera or DMPA) is associated with an increased risk of HIV infection.

Men with unaggressive prostate tumors 'unlikely to develop, die from prostate cancer'

A new study from Johns Hopkins University finds the majority of men with low-risk prostate tumors are unlikely to progress to prostate cancer.

Men who buy sex have much in common with sexually coercive men

"It's like she's not really there." - Study participant who bought sexMen who buy sex have less empathy for women in prostitution than men who don't buy sex, according to a study published...