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IMG Helps Commemorates World AIDS Day at Art Basel by Bridging the Gap Between Sex Education and Visual Art with National Recording Artist Trina

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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IMGH has partnered with contemporary mural artist Stephen ESPO Powers to create a limited edition run of prints communicating three abstractmessages of safe sex.

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  • IMGH has partnered with contemporary mural artist Stephen ESPO Powers to create a limited edition run of prints communicating three abstractmessages of safe sex.
  • Sold exclusively on World AIDS Day at Wynwood's Museum of Graffiti , prints will be numbered and signed by ESPO with proceeds going to IMG Helps in support of core STD testing and treatment initiatives.
  • "Raising awareness for World AIDS Day with art and thought-provoking dialogue helps us to advance the sexual health conversation in a unique approach and in a comfortable environment."
  • IMG Helps, Inc. is a community clinic specializing in testing, treating, and managing HIV, Hepatitis C, STDs, PrEP treatment, and more.

Mohit Khera, MD, Shares Benefits of Condom Use as STIs Skyrocket

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022
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Mohit Khera, M.D., M.B.A., M.P.H., and board-certified urologist in Houston, Texas shares the importance of safe sex, open conversation, and how condom use can prevent sexually transmitted diseases.

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  • Mohit Khera, M.D., M.B.A., M.P.H., and board-certified urologist in Houston, Texas shares the importance of safe sex, open conversation, and how condom use can prevent sexually transmitted diseases.
  • Couples report that condoms are uncomfortable, they haven't found the right fit, concern of ruining the moment and fear of rejection.
  • Latex condoms are proven to protect against the most common STIs including chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes, syphilis, HPV, and HIV, says Dr. Khera.
  • Using a condom, like a Trojan condom , should fit well and should cover the shaft from tip to base to ensure safety and effective protection, adds Dr. Mohit Khera.

DKT International and The Pleasure Project Launch 12 Global Fellows to Advocate for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights

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Friday, September 17, 2021
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Chosen from countries around the world, the 12 Pleasure Fellows will advocate for sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) and provide expert and diverse outlooks on pleasure which account for different cultures, societies, and geographies.

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  • Chosen from countries around the world, the 12 Pleasure Fellows will advocate for sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) and provide expert and diverse outlooks on pleasure which account for different cultures, societies, and geographies.
  • DKT is proud to partner with The Pleasure Project in this exciting and important work, says Chris Purdy, CEO of DKT International.
  • Ultimately, the Pleasure Fellows will bring 12 new global voices and perspectives to a pleasure-positive approach, building upon the growing pleasure wave.
  • The Pleasure Project is the leading global voice on pleasure based sexual health.

Trojan® Brand Condoms commissions survey to understand the nation's attitude towards dating and sex ahead of COVID-19 restrictions being lifted

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Prevention of HIV/AIDS, HIV/AIDS, Sexual health, Medical specialties, Human reproduction, Health, Carter-Wallace, Trojan, Condom, Female condom, Safe sex

To fully comprehend the nation's viewpoint on what the 'new normal' might be, Trojan Brand Condoms has commissioned a survey with OnePoll to depict how the events over the last 16 months have impacted people's love and sex lives.

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  • To fully comprehend the nation's viewpoint on what the 'new normal' might be, Trojan Brand Condoms has commissioned a survey with OnePoll to depict how the events over the last 16 months have impacted people's love and sex lives.
  • Trusted since its introduction in 1916, Trojan Brand Condomsis the legendary protector and defender of all that is good about sex.
  • Trojan Brand Condoms believes in responsible, great sex and triple test their condoms to ensure reliability.
  • Trojan Brand Condoms continues to explore new ways to help you enjoy the pleasure of respectful and responsible sex in every way possible.

Speaking Emoji: Stop Hiding Behind the Eggplant and Peach Emoji - We Need a Sex Emoji

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Internet culture, Emoji, Internet slang, Japanese writing system, Pictograms, LELO, Safe sex, LELO, Sex toy, Articles, Medical specialties, Computing

And yet, there is no sex emoji.

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  • And yet, there is no sex emoji.
  • This prompted LELO to submit an official application for the creation of the first official sex emoji.
  • With sex now being a regular feature in the media, it seems that the time has also come to have the sex emoji.
  • Having sex, safe sex, and even sex toy emoji will therefore be the next milestone in fully liberatingthe discourse on sex,"says LELO CMO Luka Matutinovi.\n'

As STD Rates Explode, AHF Calls for Gov’t Funding for Innovative Prevention, Testing and Treatment

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Tuesday, March 30, 2021
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AHF is also in support of a call by the National Coalition of STD Directors for $273 million in federal funding for the CDCs STD Prevention Division as well as establishment of a separate $500 million funding stream for the nations STD specialty clinics.

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  • AHF is also in support of a call by the National Coalition of STD Directors for $273 million in federal funding for the CDCs STD Prevention Division as well as establishment of a separate $500 million funding stream for the nations STD specialty clinics.
  • Funding, coordination and emphasis on our collective health is nowand should remainfront and center.
  • Health departments are shrinking, community clinics are closing, contact tracing is dwindling, and sexual health education is minimal.
  • We join NASEM and NCSD and call on legislators to support innovative approaches to STI prevention, testing, and treatment services.

AHF Presents International Condom Day: A Celebration of Safer Sex

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Thursday, February 11, 2021
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AHF will continue the theme Safer is Sexy with this years ICD celebration including a virtual premiere of a sexy and seductive burlesque show starring comedian Flame Monroe.

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  • AHF will continue the theme Safer is Sexy with this years ICD celebration including a virtual premiere of a sexy and seductive burlesque show starring comedian Flame Monroe.
  • AHF, which now has over 1.5 million lives in care, will provide and distribute safely over 1 million free condoms in recognition of this significant holiday.
  • To reinforce the message to protect yourself, AHF is once again making safer sex not only educational, but sexy as we observe International Condom Day this year.
  • Keeping with traditions and themes, AHF has created and produced an array of parody music videos to celebrate the ICD holiday.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Safety Measure for Oral Sex (LAX-1229)

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Thursday, December 17, 2020
Sexual acts, Disease transmission, Mycoplasma, Sexually transmitted infection, Medicine, Oral sex, Body fluid, Clinical medicine, Branches of biology, Safe sex

The inventor developed THE MASK to provide a safety measure for use during oral sex.

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  • The inventor developed THE MASK to provide a safety measure for use during oral sex.
  • As such, it protects against skin-to-skin contact and the transfer of bodily fluids.
  • Thus, it affords peace of mind for users since it can prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases and save lives.
  • The original design was submitted to the Los Angeles sales office of InventHelp.

Cancer Won't Wait: HPV Prevention Week (Oct 5-11) Empowers Canadians to Help Eliminate Certain Kinds of HPV-related Cancers

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Monday, October 5, 2020
RTT, Cancer, Medical specialties, Clinical medicine, Infectious causes of cancer, Papillomavirus, Sexual health, HIV/AIDS, Human papillomavirus infection, Safe sex, Condom, Female condom

We all need to take action to help stop the spread of HPV."

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  • We all need to take action to help stop the spread of HPV."
  • Canadians are being encouraged to take the following steps to help protect themselves against HPV and certain HPV-related cancers:
    Learn about safer sex methods and use them consistently.
  • Correctly and consistently using a condom during sex may reduce your risk of getting HPV, as well as preventing other STIs.
  • The founding partners of HPV Prevention Week are FMWC, SOGC and Merck Canada Inc., whose support continues to make HPV Prevention Week possible.

Wellness Month: New Survey Finds 61% of Respondents Use Sex Toys To Enjoy With Their Partners

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Monday, September 21, 2020
Human sexuality, Articles, Behavior, Sexual acts, Sexology, Health risk, Mating, Sexual intercourse, Safe sex, Sex toy, Masturbation, Sexual stimulation

The study shows that almost all Americans (98%) believe sexual pleasure is apart of overall sexual health, and over half of Americans (61%) buy sex toys for not only themselves but their partners as well.

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  • The study shows that almost all Americans (98%) believe sexual pleasure is apart of overall sexual health, and over half of Americans (61%) buy sex toys for not only themselves but their partners as well.
  • Sexual health is an important part of our wellness, and sexual pleasure is linked to overall happiness.
  • Sex toys are categorized as sexual wellness products with their main purpose to provide safe sex and help enhance sexual pleasure.
  • 61% of the respondents buy sex toys for both themselves and their partner; 23% buy sex toys for just themselves; while 11% of respondants buy sex toys for their partner
    41% of Americans use sex toys both for masturbation and sex; 30% of respondants use sex toys only for masturbation and 28% use them for sex.