Sexual Health

Sexual dysfunction is a complex issue that often goes unreported and untreated. Clinical writer Noni Richards discusses the causes of sexual dysfunction in men and women, as well as the evidence-based treatment approaches

An online pharmacy has pulled the STI self-testing product EttieKits from its website after concerns were raised by the New Zealand Herpes Foundation that the tests are not fit for purpose

New ESR data shows a 45 per cent jump in the number of syphilis cases recorded in New Zealand in 2023, the New Zealand Sexual Health Society says

Sexual health specialist Massimo Giola looks at the evidence for doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis as a prevention tool for bacterial sexually transmitted infections

The number of people diagnosed with HIV in New Zealand last year was higher than in previous years, but researchers say an overall downward trend in cases is encouraging

Sexual health leaders have introduced a range of measures designed to increase testing to address the syphilis epidemic 

From low-carb bread mix to natural hair dye, independent pharmacy retail consultant Tina Hillier gives her reviews

A trial is under way to sell vibrators in selected Green Cross pharmacies across New Zealand, but what will the customers think? Paulette Crowley reports

A trial is under way to sell vibrators in selected Green Cross pharmacies across New Zealand, but what will the customers think? Paulette Crowley reports

Tina Hillier, from Christchurch’s ENGAGE Pharmacy Group, has seasonal gifts as well as special products to make the holidays zing