The stigma around anal sex is damaging for women – and diminishes their sexual autonomy
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It seems more heterosexual couples are giving anal sex a go. There are some additional health considerations to bear in mind before you get started.
Amyl nitrite, known as poppers, can now legally be sold in pharmacies. But don’t expect to see it stocked any time soon. No product has yet passed Australia’s manufacturing and testing process.
Its attitude to porn and anal sex suggests the government would benefit from some sex ed classes too.
By not only “outing” himself as a poppers user but emphasising their necessity, the Conservative MP for Reigate took a bold step.
We often talk about educating young people about consent but what does this mean? Does it simply boil down to teaching young men not to rape? And, if this is the case, it’s a depressingly low bar. Instead…
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