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Sexual health is an important part of one’s well-being. More than just a discussion on safe sex and sexually related illnesses, sexual health encompasses sex education, prevention, protection, disability, and other conditions related to sexuality. Learn more about the important aspects of sexual wellness, here.
Navigating contraceptive options can feel overwhelming, especially when you're trying to find something that works with your unique body chemistry. If you've been considering progestin-only contraceptive methods, Daphne Pills might have appeared on your radar. Let's explore what these pills are, how they work, and whether they might be right for you. Understanding Daphne Pills: An […]
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Female orgasm has been highly debated, from its very existence to the location of the elusive g-spot, to woman climax signs, and even its biological purpose. While researchers engage in more studies to understand its function, several myths have already been debunked. Woman Climax Signs: What Happens in Female Orgasm An orgasm is defined as the intense […]
Reviewed by Mary Rani Cadiz, MD • Mar 03, 2022
Calendar method family planning, also known as the rhythm method, is a form of natural family planning. This helps women know when they are most likely to be fertile in a month. If they want to avoid pregnancy, they need to make sure that they do not have unprotected sex on those days. On the […]
Reviewed by Jobelle Ann Dela Cruz Bigalbal, MD • Jul 26, 2021
Sex, regardless of being a perfectly natural, normal, and healthy act, is still considered a taboo subject. And women’s periods are no less regarded with a certain stigma. And thus many see period sex as unclean or even, unsafe. Are there any risks to having sex on your period? What are some of the myths and […]
Reviewed by Regina Victoria Boyles, MD • Sep 27, 2023
Do a quick search on Google on euphemisms for sexual intercourse, and you will get hundreds of suggestions. From the very innocent “making love” to hilarious ones like “bumping uglies,” the terms for sex are diverse. The extensive vocabulary surrounding this topic is a reflection of social attitudes about it. While society is shedding some […]
Reviewed by Jezreel Esguerra, MD • Dec 08, 2022
Sexuality education in the Philippines is instruction and guidance on the wide range of topics that are connected to sex and sexuality. It explores values, beliefs, and provides the skills required to properly navigate personal relationships and protect one’s own sexual well-being. Sexuality education in the Philippines: What is comprehensive sexual education? Topics which constitute what is […]
Reviewed by Jobelle Ann Dela Cruz Bigalbal, MD • Jun 06, 2020
IUD stands for intrauterine device. It is a small T-shaped plastic device and contraceptive method that prevents pregnancy once it is inserted in the uterus. IUDs are also called long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) because of their features. A woman with an IUD can protect from pregnancy for up to a decade, but her fertility quickly […]
Reviewed by Mike Kenneth Go Doratan, MD • Feb 02, 2022
While the vagina naturally keeps itself clean with secretions or discharge, help is needed to ensure hygiene after sex, as well as before. Sex can also lead to complications such as UTIs (urinary tract infections) or vaginal irritation. For these reasons, it is important to observe proper hygiene. Hygiene Before and After Sex 1. Wash yourself Proper hygiene […]
Reviewed by Mike Kenneth Go Doratan, MD • Aug 08, 2020
HIV misconceptions in the Philippines still run rampant. Why is this exactly? To improve HIV awareness in the Philippines, we must establish facts about the condition. With knowledge of new treatments, many who have HIV can lead long and healthy lives. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) works by weakening […]
Reviewed by Jobelle Ann Dela Cruz Bigalbal, MD • Sep 20, 2021
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are contracted not just through vaginal and anal sex, but oral sex as well. STDs that can be spread through oral sex include human papilloma virus (HPV), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes simplex virus (HSV-2), and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Oral sex involves using one’s mouth, lips, and tongue to stimulate a partner’s […]
Reviewed by Mary Rani Cadiz, MD • Sep 11, 2024
Genital warts are growths that look like cauliflowers. In men, they appear on the penis, scrotum, groin, thighs, and in or around the anus. In women, they appear inside and outside the vagina, anus, and on the cervix. They may also appear as flat lesions or small, stem-like lumps. Because of their appearance, those who […]
Reviewed by January Velasco, MD • Dec 09, 2021
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