Female sexual pleasure is all too often ignored by our society, especially as a real and important medical issue that often needs to be addressed. The shame surrounding the female orgasm, all to often described as a mythical creature eluding the grasp of man, has led to a dearth of information. Luckily the veil is lifting slowly and studies have begun to emerge investigating women’s pleasure. … [Read more...]
Center Stage Sexual Aid: We-Vibe Touch
August 4, 2011 Leave a Comment
Each week The CSPH takes a look at a sexual aid that can be just so darn spectacular for some people, that it needs to be highlighted. This week we have the Touch by We-Vibe. How does this contraption work anyway? This discreet waterproof vibrator may be quiet but it packs quite a punch! About 3 3/4” long and 1 3/4” wide, the Touch’s shape is comparable to a human tongue, with a wide base … [Read more...]
Call for Participants: Male Standardize Patients Needed for Genito-Urinary Exams!
August 3, 2011 Leave a Comment
Dana E. Zink RN, BS of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is looking for male standardized patients who are willing to participate in Genito-Urinary (GU) exams. They are conducted four times a year, and this years dates are: October 20th, October 27th, November 3rd, and November 10th. If you or someone you know is interested, email us at TheCSPH@gmail.com for more information! … [Read more...]
Book Review: "Naked at Our Age: A Straight Talking Guide to Senior Sex "
August 1, 2011 1 Comment
Joan Price’s new book Naked at Our Age: Talking Out Loud About Senior Sex is a moving compilation of over a hundred stories and inquiries from seniors all over the country ranging from, their early fifties to their nineties. All of the stories are divided up into categories, from masturbation to reclaiming sexuality after cancer or what to do if your partner has passed away, all applicable … [Read more...]
The International Society for Sexual Medicines Releases Guidelines Regarding Premature Ejaculation
July 30, 2011 Leave a Comment
The International Society for Sexual Medicines has released "Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Premature Ejaculation," an article that compiles information regarding the vastly misunderstood disorder. The information is intended for health care professionals, which a lay person like myself will realize within sentences. The material is dense and tough to comprehend but is very … [Read more...]
37th Annual International Academy of Sex Research Conference
July 29, 2011 Leave a Comment
What? If you are a science junky who loves to hear the latest research then this is the conference for you. The 37th Annual International Academy of Sex Research Conference promises to educate those interested in the cutting-edge studies that have been rocking the field of sexuality. International speakers will address the current issues in sex research. With so many speakers, symposia and poster … [Read more...]
Center Stage Sexual Aid: Liquid Silk
July 28, 2011 Leave a Comment
Each week the CSPH takes a look at a sexual aid that can be just so darn spectacular for some people, that it needs to be highlighted. This week the sexual aid is the personal lubricant Liquid Silk. How does this contraption work anyway? Liquid Silk is a water-based lubricant that isn’t sticky or tacky like other lubes can be; it actually leaves your skin feeling conditioned and not icky! … [Read more...]
Family Planning Centers as a Route to Healthcare Coverage
July 23, 2011 Leave a Comment
The Guttmacher Policy Review recently released an article entitled “The Role of Family Planning Centers as Gateways to Health Coverage and Care” by Rachel Benson Gold that examines the role that family planning centers play in the public’s relationship with the healthcare system. Many Americans are without health insurance and rarely, if ever see any type of doctor. The healthcare system can … [Read more...]
Moral Panics of Sexuality Conference
July 22, 2011 Leave a Comment
What? The Arizona State University Center for Inquiry and Cultural Studies presents The Moral Panics of Sexuality Conference, a gathering to discuss all of the things that makes society squirm. The conference wishes to explore "scary sex," the stuff that makes little old ladies blush and Republicans make the sign of the cross. Practices seen as deviant or disgusting by the mainstream will be … [Read more...]
Center Stage Sexual Aid: Je Joue’s SaSi
July 21, 2011 Leave a Comment
Each week the CSPH takes a look at a sexual aid that can be just so darn spectacular for some people, that it needs to be highlighted. This week we have the new toy SaSi by Je Joue! How does this Contraption work Anyway? SaSi is the first ever clitoral stimulator that is even remotely like the tip of a tongue. SaSi is a 100% safe silicone (phthalate free) product that is meant to simulate … [Read more...]
