This Week in Sexual Health

This Week in Sexual Health Reliable, evidence-based insights on sexual health topics to support a fulfilling intimate life.

What Really Happens to S***m After COVID-19?When COVID-19 hit, most of us worried about our lungs—not our fertility.But ...
11/17/2025

What Really Happens to S***m After COVID-19?

When COVID-19 hit, most of us worried about our lungs—not our fertility.
But new research from Tianjin University in China reveals a surprising twist:
COVID-19 temporarily cuts s***m count in half and slows motility—but recovery happens within 3–5 months.

💡 Here’s what the study found:
➡️ S***m concentration dropped from ~79 million to ~39 million per milliliter one month after infection.
➡️ Motility—the s***m’s ability to swim—also took a major hit.
➡️ Most men regained nearly full fertility within half a year.

And here’s the reassuring part—no long-term damage to mental health or sexual function was found.
The body bounces back.

🩺 Why it matters:
In regions where fertility care is limited, these findings give couples hope—and a realistic timeline. If you’ve had COVID-19, it might just take a little patience before everything returns to normal.

https://thisweekinsciencenews.com/blog/2025/11/10/what-really-happens-to-s***m-after-covid-19/

From our sister site, This Week In School Psychology Postpartum depression (PPD) is a significant mental health concern ...
08/14/2025

From our sister site, This Week In School Psychology

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a significant mental health concern that affects up to 15% of new mothers, with potentially lasting impacts on child development and education.

Empowering Mothers Through Knowledge Did you know that better health literacy can lead to healthier moms and babies?  Di...
12/16/2024

Empowering Mothers Through Knowledge

Did you know that better health literacy can lead to healthier moms and babies? Discover how tailored programs are helping pregnant women overcome language barriers and navigate their care with confidence. Let’s celebrate the power of knowledge and support!

What do you think is the best way to support mothers-to-be facing language challenges? Share your thoughts in the comments and tag a friend who’d love to read this!

https://thisweekinsexualhealth.com/2024/12/16/empowering-multilingual-moms-with-health-literacy/

The No Surprises Act aimed to protect patients, but did you know providers are winning 86% of payment disputes—with some...
12/12/2024

The No Surprises Act aimed to protect patients, but did you know providers are winning 86% of payment disputes—with some payouts soaring far above expectations? 🤔 Curious how this impacts healthcare costs and equity?

Dive into our latest blog to explore the trends shaping emergency medicine. Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

https://thisweekinpublichealth.com/blog/2024/12/11/4658/

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