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Mis-Contraception: Reducing trends in the Use of Condoms

Are you sexually active? Do you know there has been a reduction in the use of protection by college students?
In this wild world of college, where textbooks collide with late-night adventures, young minds love to explore themselves. No, no, don’t run away; I promise this is not some typical lecture.
So grab your highlighters, open your mind, and dive into the world of protection and pleasure!

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Queer Contraceptive Care: Are You Covered in the Spectrum?

Discovering tailored contraceptive solutions is pivotal for queer individuals’ reproductive well-being. From barrier methods to hormone therapies, this article explores the diverse array of options. Learn how inclusive health care can provide effective and affirming contraception, promoting sexual health across all gender identities and orientations.

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Balancing Taboos & Awareness through China’s Guangzhou Sex Festival

A decade or two earlier, sex education was considered taboo. How did people then know about it? Sadly, many didn’t. Some did when they did the act, and a few through books and video formats. This lack of knowledge was extended to such an extent that China, a country known for being secretive in terms of political and societal matters, started hosting an event that promotes sex.

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LGBTQIA+ Depiction in Ancient Indian Texts

In light of the current narrative, it’s tough to imagine that the theme of homosexuality was even discussed as a part of our ancient Indian text. Well, you might be wrong there! So come along and let’s dive into the world of Ancient Indian mythology and its depiction of the non-heteronormative lifestyle.

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Transcending Taboos: Exploring the curious world of Bhutanese Phallus Worship

Beyond the well-known monasteries and prayer flags of Bhutan, an intriguing custom thrives – the practice of Phallus Worship. Embracing these intricate symbols, the Bhutanese showcase a unique belief system – one that treats a symbol considered to be vulgar as a sign of luck and fertility. Read on to discover how this unique tradition can inspire conversations on transcending taboos and embracing sex positivity.

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Ambubachi Mela- the Menstruating Devi of Assam

The Ambubachi festival is an annual festival celebrating the menstruation of the Devi at the Kamakhya Temple, in Assam. Kamakhya embodies the mother cult, Shakti, and this unique festival celebrates fertility and India’s close cultural, agricultural and social ties with the Devi.

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