Sexuality and Seniors

Posted On: October 5, 2010

I just had to repost this amazing interview by Doctor Anita Hoffer, my classmate at Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality. Sexual intimacy is a vibrant part of life. “Older adults are active and safe participants of sexual activity,” says certified Sex Coach Katherine Forsythe of San Francisco. Ms. Forsythe joins Doctor Anita Hoffer, […]

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Temporary Contraceptive Methods

Posted On: September 30, 2010

How Does an IUD Prevent Pregnancy? The letters IUD stand for “intrauterine device.” IUDs are small, “T-shaped” devices made of flexible plastic. A health care provider inserts an IUD into a woman’s uterus to prevent pregnancy. There are two brands of IUD available in the United States. For more, click here. What Is Spermicide? Spermicide […]

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Pouring ‘Cold’ Water

Pouring ‘Cold’ Water

Posted On: September 28, 2010

This piece first appeared on The Online Citizen. Have you ever poured ‘cold water’ over somebody else’s happiness? In a literal translation from the Chinese language, ‘pouring cold water’ means dousing the flames of passion. This usually happens when the opposite party is feeling elated about a new love, promotion or business deal, and somebody […]

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I’d Rather Not Say

I’d Rather Not Say

Posted On: September 24, 2010

This piece first appeared on The Online Citizen. I was on the MRT train with a new friend the other day, and he asked me what caused my marriage to end. We were both standing, dangling from different handrail supports. I looked around. We were surrounded by a lot of other commuters. This person is […]

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Other Hormonal Contraceptive Methods

Posted On: September 24, 2010

What Is the Birth Control Patch? The birth control patch is a thin, beige, plastic patch that sticks to the skin. It is used to prevent pregnancy. A new patch is placed on the skin once a week for three weeks in a row, followed by a patch-free week. The birth control patch is commonly […]

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Take back your marriage after baby

Take back your marriage after baby

Posted On: September 23, 2010

This piece first appeared on AsiaOne Diva. Now that two has become three with the arrival of your baby, life has changed dramatically. Your wife is not only busy with the responsibilities of a mother, she might also be sore ‘down there’, and fatigued much of the time. She is doing her best, and you […]

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Sex is Good for You

Sex is Good for You

Posted On: September 20, 2010

The article first appeared in the September issue of Ezyhealth magazine. To read, click on the image.  

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My Comfort Zone – A Poem

Posted On: September 17, 2010

I used to have a comfort zone where I knew I wouldn’t fail. The same four walls and busywork were really more like jail. I longed so much to do the things I’d never done before, But stayed inside my comfort zone and paced the same old floor. I said it didn’t matter that I […]

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Sex and the King of Fruits

Sex and the King of Fruits

Posted On: September 17, 2010

 This piece first appeared on The Online Citizen. What is the relationship between sex and durians? Is there any at all? Since I am paid for my time, I like to use metaphors and analogies to make sure that I get my intended message across in the most effective way in the shortest amount of […]

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Barrier Contraceptive Methods

Posted On: September 14, 2010

The Female Condom The female condom is a plastic pouch that is used during intercourse to prevent pregnancy and reduce the risk of sexually transmitted diseases. It has flexible rings at each end. Just before vaginal intercourse, it is inserted deep into the vagina. The ring at the closed end holds the pouch in the […]

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Zydena Launch

Posted On: September 9, 2010

I spoke at the press conference launching Zydena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 25 August. Zydena (Udenafil) is the newest phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor for erectile dysfunction (ED) in Malaysia. It comes in 100 mg and 200 mg tablet strengths and must be prescribed by a medical doctor. I agree to speak at the […]

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Hormonal Contraceptive Methods

Posted On: September 7, 2010

Birth Control Pills Birth control pills are a kind of medication that women can take daily to prevent pregnancy. They are also sometimes called the pill or oral contraception. Birth control pills are made of hormones. Hormones are chemicals made in our bodies. They control how different parts of our bodies work. The hormones in […]

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