Sex & Health

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

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.

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?