Sex & Health

Local dermatologist Dr. Dawn Sammons discussed common myths behind the causes of skin cancer at a skin care education lecture Tuesday in the Baker University Center.

It’s my third year as a student at Ohio University and I can say I’ve learned a great deal academically, but I feel as though the most important lessons I’m learning during my college experience are life lessons.

“Oh no…the condom broke!” “I forgot to take my pill!” It does not matter what you scream the morning-after, you had unprotected sex. Speakeasy takes a look at emergency contraception and its availability at Ohio University.

“Halloween is the one night a year when a girl can dress like a total slut and no other girls can say anything about it.”

When I woke up at five o’clock alone and with swollen and puffy eyes, it took only a few moments to realize where I was and what had happened just six hours earlier. My head, though throbbing, was able to process every detail from the previous night in a mere series of flashes—the fight, the apologies, the breakup.

Commonly known for its heavily aired "One less" commercials, Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine Gardasil has some female students questioning whether or not the shot is right for them.

Are you a pear, an hourglass or a triangle? Or how about a ruler or an apple? I’m not talking about school supplies or food. I’m talking about your body.

It is not uncommon for college students to feel stressed on a regular basis. Students often put busy lives ahead of personal needs. One of the best ways for students to relieve stress is by practicing yoga.

College life comes with lots of fun times as well as responsibility. This could mean responsibility not only for oneself but also for those nearby, including roommates.

“It’s too bad. I actually really liked him.” That was the last thing my friend said when referring to the potential fling with whom she found one particular imperfection. While we all have our flaws, this glitch is enough to leave a bad taste in the mouth. And in this case of the bad kisser, the pun may be much intended.

It was approaching nine o’clock on a rainy Friday morning when I saw her — walking barefoot, heels in one hand, perhaps some form of clothing in the other.

In the fashion industry, trends for the spring season are uncovered in the fall, and vice versa. But sometimes even the stylish powers that be get it wrong- and no one notices a fashion bomb until it’s too late. These are the hits of spring 2008, stay tuned for where the fashion world went wrong.

Sex as represented in the media is more confusing at times than Paula Abdul on “American Idol.” On one hand, the media seem to give a horrible view of sex for profit or pure entertainment. However, it can also be a positive tool for discussion.

After taking a Women’s Studies course at Ohio University my fall quarter, I would like to consider myself a quasi-advocate for women’s rights.

The war on drugs is “at best foolish and at worst criminal,” a former police officer from a legalization organization said last Thursday to a student group on campus dedicated to the same cause.

Although planning in relationships is sometimes necessary for taking the "next step," it is better not to plan too far in advance because things can change quickly and without warning. Sometimes you can only depend on yourself when making plans, and then adapt as best as you can to change.

Most people believe that they know the correct way to put on and remove a condom. However, on Tuesday, April 22 a Latexology class presented by Promoting Ohio University Wellness, Education and Responsibility showed its audience otherwise.

With school breaks, one experiences newfound revelations. Throughout this spring break, as I drove around in my so-called "grandma" Saturn through the fast-food filled streets and neon-lighted establishments that I call home, I came to a few conclusions, including one about my boobs.

Nowadays in Los Angeles, Funyuns are not the only treats thunking through the vending machine at your disposal. It could very well be Purple Kush, a popular strain of marijuana, instead of your favorite carbonated soda.

Students at Ohio University will be given the chance Thursday, April 17 to learn why consuming over 7,000 Chipotle burritos in one day is not the healthiest decision.

The decision to trust your head or your heart can be a difficult one, for sure. 

Students stocking up on energy drinks to fuel finals week should look closely at the label before taking a swig. Although caffeine is an effective stimulant, there are other options that will keep the body healthier in the long run.

Before the creation of Facebook, the dating world was much simpler. Today, status labeling has become another unneeded stressor that detracts from the quality of a good relationship.   

"Guys and Dolls," a 2007 documentary, exposes the unique relationships of four individuals and the main women in their lives – Realdolls.

You promise yourself you will not get sick. Then you wake up Monday with chills, a fever, aches and a runny nose. Now that fall, winter and finals are upon us, it’s crucial that students take care of their bodies or otherwise suffer a mucus-y consequence.

If you're stuck inside with nothing but "Grey's Anatomy" re-runs and daydreams about temperatures actually reaching above freezing, then you may have caught a case of the “winter blahs.” Don't worry. There are simple ways to brighten those gray Athens days.

It is a fact of life that we, as human beings, are never fully content. For whatever reason, we find it necessary to evaluate situations in terms of dissatisfaction. And whether justifiable, we absolutely love to complain.

It was an uncomfortable 80-degree day in August as my parents drove my belongings and me to my new life in Athens.

My first Halloween in Athens has recently ended, and I have to ask, “Did it live up to its usual hype?”

Long-distance relationships can be hard, but they are something with which many college students struggle. They can be especially hard if the two in the relationship are from different hometowns or go to different colleges.

It’s a Saturday night. Students all over Ohio University’s campus are out to have fun. Whether they are headed to an uptown bar or a party, there’s a chance things could get out of hand.

To ancient Egyptians they symbolized royalty. To Victorian England they were in vogue, and to many students today, piercings are used to make a statement or, as rumor has it, to heighten sexual stimulation.

Oh Athens, how you slay me.

Finding time to hit the gym may be challenging; however, through simple exercise and healthy habits, staying in shape does not have to take up all of your time. These helpful health hints may change your attitude toward fitness.

You’ve heard it’s a good idea, but when your gaze keeps shifting between the organic produce in Kroger and the $50 you have left to spend on groceries, eating healthy seems to take a back seat to saving money.

It’s another Friday night in Athens. You are walking uptown to go get some Wendy’s when you run into the drunken people. Guys are yelling obscenities at girls in high heels who are trying to keep from falling down on the bricks by holding on to their friends. Then you see one throw up and think, “That would suck to have to take care of them.” But whether you like it or not, eventually you will have to play mom and take care of your own drunken friend.

Sexual assault is discussed in terms of prevention. There is safety in numbers; Keep your drink covered; Be aware. There is only one problem: these methods are not fool-proof. It is time to discuss the steps a survivor needs to take in order to recover physically and emotionally from sexual assault.

Body art is a trend in American culture. From television station TLC’s “Miami Ink” to Travis Barker of Blink 182’s tattooed chest, body art is commonly seen in the media. After being exposed to these images, it is important to consider the details of the process.

I already know all of this. Why does everyone have to take it? Apparently, Ohio University students know their stuff about sex — at least this was one argument that birthed an organizational overhaul for sexual health seminars at Hudson Health Center.

When thinking of terminal illnesses, most people probably thinks of AIDS, Alzheimer’s disease and cancer. Those three illnesses, which are commonly in the media, share characteristics with a lesser-known terminal illness: Huntington’s disease. So why do people not know about it?

With the sound of an alarm clock blaring at some ungodly hour of the morning, the last thing most college students are thinking is, "what delightful treat will I have for breakfast this morning?"

Being sick away from home is hard enough. Instead of turning to Mom and Dad for help, Ohio University students go to Hudson Health Center for a cure.