Sexual Health - The Week of July 20th

Doing Marriage Well — week of July 20, 2026: a concise guide to studies and practical steps to improve sexual health and intimacy for couples. Topics include why you must advocate for yourself with doctors, the risks of over‑the‑counter supplements and off‑label treatments, and modern procedural options like penile injections, Botox, and hyaluronic acid for ED and PE. Also covered: evidence that regular sex boosts physical and mental health, a simple writing exercise to increase desire and pleasure, and five proven habits (frequency, oral sex, consistent orgasms, variety, and communication) that sustain sexual satisfaction in long‑term relationships. Links: July 22nd Sex can make menopause easier. Women who engaged in routine sexual activity experienced less vulvar pain, dryness, and irritation during everyday life. Sex can ward off depression. Sex can delay heart problems. Sex was positively related to later risk of cardiovascular events for men. For women, this was only true if the sex was good sex, meaning they felt satisfied by it. Men who had sex at least twice a week were 50 percent less likely to die of heart disease during a study compared with men who only engaged in sex once a month.  Sex can keep you from getting sick. Having sex once or twice a week significantly increases immunoglobulin A, an antibody in the mucosal membranes that is considered a first-line defence against infection. Sex improves bladder control. Sexually active women were significantly more likely to have a strong pelvic floor compared with those who were not sexually active. This helps prevent incontinence. Sex at bedtime results in better sleep. Sex improves brain health. Studies have shown sex provides various cognitive benefits for older folks. And last but not least, regular sex can result in a longer life. Multiple studies have found a correlation between an active sex life and a longer life. July 23rd A link to the study July 24th Study Link