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'A big moment for women's health' – genetic basis found for premenstrual mood disorder
The discovery could lead to evidence-based treatments for a disorder that has a profound effect on women's lives.
How women's contraceptives are being gradually taken away
GPs in England have stopped providing some contraceptive methods because of budget cuts.
Waxing or shaving your pubic hair has been linked to much higher risks of getting an STI
Extreme or frequent grooming of pubic hair could make it easier for viruses and bacteria to enter the skin.
Being in a long-term relationship kills sex drive of women
Study shows women who were with the same person over seven years reported a decreased sexual desire.
The great religious taboo: Why are girls taught that periods are God's curse?
Misogyny and religion seem inextricably linked - blood means God shuns 'unclean' women.
Sexual health poll: Men – would you take the male contraceptive pill?
A hormonal contraceptive for men could be available in the not-too-distant future.
Sexual health poll: Women - would you trust a man to take the male contraceptive pill?
The pill been available to women since the 1960s and now scientists are close to inventing the male equivalent.
Online porn: Leading NHS doctor blames easy access to pornography for men's sexual health problems
Easy access to porn has reduced young men's ability to be sexually aroused in real-life settings.
NHS Go: New iOS and Android app provides sexual health and wellbeing advice for young Londoners
App promises anonymous well-being advice and secure access to NHS Choices information.
London sexual health clinic fined £180,000 for leaking HIV-positive patient data
Sensitive personal data has been sent out in a mass email
What science says about the average penis size
The truth about penis size and some common myths debunked
Can Tinder give you the clap? Dating apps boost STI rates says leading sexual health doctor
According to Public Health England, the rate of syphilis rose 33% between 2013 and 2014.
Apple iOS 9 HealthKit will track duration and intensity of menstrual cycles
Update of iOS 9 HealthKit described as 'reproductive health' tracker which can keep a record of sexual activity.
Derbyshire Woman With IQ of 53 'Capable of Consenting to Sex' Rules Judge
The 22-year-old has a significant mental disability and has been subjected to numerous "exploitative and abusive" sexual relationships.
World Contraception Day: The Majority of Women Would Trust the Male Pill or Injection
IBTimes UK conducted a survey and interviews about male birth control for World Contraception Day
Premature Ejaculation: 'Short-Changed' Women Suffer Psychological Stress
University of Zurich research reveals men's obsession with ejaculation problem causes sexual frustration for women.
UK Government Approves HIV Home Testing Kits
DIY HIV tests could be available to buy over the counter in the UK later this year.