Young Men's Health
College Health: Sexual Health, Relationships, and ResourcesSexual Health People make lots of decisions about their sexuality during college, including whether to abstain from sexual intercourse or to become/continue being sexually active. Other sexuality issues that decisions are made … read more
Welcome to Young Men's Health, a website for teen guys and young men featuring up-to-date health information. Here, you can find answers to your questions, health guides, & more!
Are blue balls really a thing? My friend says I need to jerk off a lot or my balls will turn blue.
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I’m uncut and it’s never bothered me until now. Seeing guys in gym class makes me very self conscious. I want to be circumcised. Talking with my best friend, I don’t have to use lube/spit and my penis is way more sensitive than his. Should I do it?
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I’m 15 and a virgin. In health class we were talking about the HPV vaccine. Coach said it could possible prevent certain cancers. My parents asked why I wanted it if I was a virgin. Should I wait until I’m sexually active to get the vaccine?
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Protein
Protein is needed to build and repair your muscles, make hair and skin, fight against infections, and carry oxygen in your blood. Proteins are made up of twenty different building … read more
Problematic Interactive Media Use (PIMU)
Media and digital technology are everywhere, and most of us use some form of it every day without even thinking about it. We use it to do homework, to keep … read more
Birth Control: Female Barrier Methods
What does the term “barrier method” mean? A “barrier” is something that blocks or separates; for example, a wall or a fence. The term “female barrier method” of birth control … read more
Birth Control: Female Hormonal Methods
What are hormonal methods of birth control? Hormonal methods of birth control are types of birth control that use hormones (estrogen and/or progestin) to help prevent ovulation. There are many … read more
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