As the private lives of trans people are dragged into public debate, it’s time for facts It feels good to have more data than ever behind us while fighting damaging narratives at work, in courtrooms and parliaments around Australia
Repeat after me: vagina is not a dirty word Our collective reluctance to say ‘vagina’ shrouds women’s bodies – and their sexuality – in shame
Calls for testosterone to be licensed in UK for postmenopausal women Hormone is critical treatment for those experiencing reduced libido in midlife, say experts
Too many women have pain during sex. Let’s break the taboo about it It’s a common complaint, and help is available – yet still, few dare seek it out, says TV journalist Susannah Thraves
Chlamydia vaccine moves a step closer Pioneering clinical trial raises hopes of cure for ‘hidden’ sexually transmitted infection
HPV vaccine to be given to boys in effort to slash cancer rates Move by NHS could prevent more than 100,000 cancers across UK by 2058
STIs spreading at rate of more than 1m a day, says WHO Experts call for more honest discussion of sexually transmitted infections and more data
It’s time for men to step up and share responsibility for birth control Why does the onus of birth control always fall on women? With access to contraception and abortion under threat, men must do their part
The science of sex: what happens to our bodies when we’re aroused? It’s good for our mental and physical health, lowering blood pressure and boosting the immune system