She’ll See Your Ultrasound and Raise You One Rectal Exam

Staff / Truthdig Feb 1, 2012 Although we're not entirely sure her, uh, eye-for-an-eye approach encourages a true spirit of gender equity, as far as political machinations go, this one from Virginia state Sen. Janet Howell certainly got our attention. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Lousy Sex Life? Blame Plastic

Staff / Truthdig Nov 11, 2009 A study has found that workers exposed to high levels of bisphenol A, a chemical widely used in the manufacture of plastics and other consumer goods, were at least four times likelier to report sexual problems, including erectile dysfunction. (continued) Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Mexico City Unveils Bold ‘Free Viagra for Seniors’ Plan

Staff / Truthdig Nov 15, 2008 Now here's one way to win elections: Government officials in Mexico City are offering free medication to hombres of a certain age who suffer from erectile dysfunction. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Watermelon: It’s Not Just for Picnics Anymore

Staff / Truthdig Jul 3, 2008 If Bob Dole's dance card isn't full these days, he might consider being a pitch man for watermelon as a follow-up to his stint as the, er, face of Viagra. According to a group of scientists from Texas (perhaps unsurprisingly one of the country's top watermelon-producing states) has discovered that the picnic-friendly fruit contains a substance called citrulline that's similar to the active ingredient found in the famous little blue pill. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

The Health Risks of Modesty

Staff / Truthdig Feb 2, 2007 A new study in The Lancet says doctors need to be more aggressive in questioning their patients about sex. According to the authors of the study, sexual problems are often related to serious health risks: "If a man comes in with erectile dysfunction, it can be the tip of the iceberg." Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )