American Sexual Health Association

12/30/2025

“It's both exciting and daunting to join ASHA now, at this moment in history, where it feels like we're going backwards.” -Becca Karpinski, ASHA’s Interim President and CEO, on the state of s*xual health in the U.S. and her vision for how ASHA responds.

12/30/2025

So, who is doxy PEP recommended for? Doxy PEP is recommended for gay, bis*xual men & trans women. 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ https://www.ashas*xualhealth.org/doxy-pep-is-a-new-strategy-to-help-prevent-stis/
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12/22/2025

Four things you should know about doxyPEP:
a) It does not replace condoms
b) It does not protect against all STIs
c) It involves taking an antibiotic after s*x
d) It is not for everyone, and you should ask your provider
Https://www.ashas*xualhealth.org/doxy-pep-is-a-new-strategy-to-help-prevent-stis/
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12/17/2025

December 17th is International Day to End Violence Against S*x Workers. This day champions the fight to end violence against s*x workers. Let's advocate for their human rights and ensure their health and safety! It's essential to involve s*x workers in conversations to tackle violence effectively. *xWorkRights

12/16/2025

So, what is doxy PEP? 💊
Doxy PEP is a post-exposure preventative treatment for bacterial STIs. Learn more: https://www.ashas*xualhealth.org/doxy-pep-is-a-new-strategy-to-help-prevent-stis/
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12/12/2025

Clean toys = safer play. 🧼 Sharing unclean s*x toys can spread infections. Look to see what the manufacturer’s instructions recommend for cleaning your s*x toys. Remember to change condoms between users and different body parts, and fully dry your toy. https://www.ashas*xualhealth.org/safer-s*x-toolbox/ *xualHealth

Explore ways to make s*x safer and communicate with your s*xual partners about your expectations and boundaries.

12/10/2025

S*xual and reproductive health 🤝 human rights

S*xual and reproductive health and rights are fundamental human rights. Having access to high-quality s*xual and reproductive health services empowers individuals to make knowledgeable choices about their bodies, lives, and futures.

12/08/2025

happy pans*xual pride day 🩷 💛 💙
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12/08/2025

We stand by vaccines and urge everyone to follow the advice of their health care providers 💉 🤝 👩‍⚕️ To read more about our position: https://www.ashas*xualhealth.org/the-science-is-clear-vaccines-work/

12/03/2025

People with disabilities have a fundamental right to form relationships, which includes the right to date, marry, and have a social and s*xual life, and they should receive the necessary support to do so. 💖 🤰 💏 *xualHealth

12/02/2025

is here! 🫶 Please consider supporting ASHA's work in advocacy and education for s*xual and reproductive health and wellness for all!
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https://www.ashas*xualhealth.org/donate/

12/01/2025

Today we unite to support people living with and remember those we’ve lost 🕊️. Together, we can end the HIV epidemic. Learn more: https://www.unaids.org/en/2025-world-aids-day UNAIDS