A recent World Health Organization report reveals a concerning decline in condom use among sexually active teenagers in Europe. The study found that the proportion of teens using condoms during their last sexual encounter has significantly dropped, leaving them vulnerable to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unplanned pregnancies. The report highlights the need for comprehensive sexuality education and increased access to sexual health services.
Metro’s agony aunt, Em Clarkson, offers advice on navigating sensitive topics like disclosing STIs to a new partner, managing expectations in relationships, and overcoming the urge to control everything. She shares her personal experiences and emphasizes the importance of honesty, communication, and self-awareness in building healthy relationships.
A personal story about the potential of DoxyPEP, a new drug that can prevent bacterial STIs, and the ongoing fight for its accessibility on the NHS in the UK. The author, a gay man in London, shares his own experience with DoxyPEP and highlights the historical parallels with the struggle for PrEP access, urging for greater awareness and action.
