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Sexual Health
Sexuality is a big part of being human. Love, affection and sexual intimacy all play a role in healthy relationships. They also contribute to your sense of well-being. A number of disorders can affect the ability to have or enjoy sex in both men and women.
Factors that can affect sexual health include
• Fear of unplanned pregnancy
• Concerns about infertility
• Sexually transmitted diseases
• Chronic diseases such as cancer or heart disease
• Medicines that affect sexual desire or performance (NIH)
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