Showing posts with label Sexual Health. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sexual Health. Show all posts

Ready to Get Intimate? Here Are 5 Sexual Health Essentials You Must Know

The wisdom holds true: prevention is better than treatment. In the case of our sexual health, this cannot be more true. Whether you’re looking to protect yourself from sexually transmitted infections (STIs), prevent an unintended pregnancy, or simply want to feel more informed, knowing all the sexual and reproductive health options available to you is the first step. From trusted contraceptives to tools that help track your fertility, there’s a world of resources designed to support your sexual well-being and empower your decisions.

According to the 2022 Philippine National Demographic and Health Survey (PNDHS), 98 percent of the women surveyed, aged 15 to 49 years old, said that they know at least one contraception method. The most popular method is pills (97%), followed by condoms (96%), female sterilization (86%), and injectables (85%).