Sexual Health
Reasons Why Sexual and Reproductive Health is Important
For Women
Preventing unwanted pregnancies
Unplanned pregnancies can lead to a host of health complications for both the mother and child. By ensuring that women have access to contraception, we can help reduce the number of unplanned pregnancies and improve maternal and child health outcomes.
Improving maternal health
Maternal mortality is one of the leading causes of death for women of reproductive age worldwide. By improving sexual and reproductive health care, we can help reduce the number of maternal deaths and improve the health of mothers and babies.
Reducing STI transmission
STIs are a major public health concern, with some estimates suggesting that 16% of Australians report having a sexually transmitted infection in their lifetime. By increasing access to sexual and reproductive health care, we can help reduce the transmission of STIs and improve sexual health.
Preventing cervical cancer
Cervical cancer is one of the leading causes of death for women worldwide. By increasing access to cervical cancer screening and vaccination, we can help reduce the incidence of this disease.
Improving mental health
Sexual and reproductive health is a critical component of overall mental health. By ensuring that people have access to sexual and reproductive health care, we can help improve mental health outcomes.
For Men
Reducing STI transmission
As with women, STIs are a major public health concern for men. By increasing access to sexual and reproductive health care, we can help reduce the transmission of STIs and improve sexual health.
Preventing prostate cancer
Prostate cancer is one of the leading causes of death for men worldwide. By increasing access to prostate cancer screening, we can help reduce the incidence of this disease.
Understanding issues like erectile dysfunction
Sexual and reproductive health care can help men understand and manage issues like erectile dysfunction and infertility issues. By ensuring that men have access to this type of care, we can improve sexual health outcomes.
Improving mental health
Sexual and reproductive health is a critical component of overall mental health. By ensuring that people have access to sexual and reproductive health care, we can help improve mental health outcomes.
Get in Touch With Shire Doctors and Dentists
At Shire Doctors and Dentists, we understand the importance of sexual and reproductive health. We offer a wide range of services to help improve sexual and reproductive health outcomes for our patients. To learn more about our services, contact us today.