World Sexual Health Day

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September 4 is observed as World Sexual Health Day annually.

IMPORTANT FACTS -

• The day is an initiative of the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS) to raise awareness and promote healthy sexual practices.

• WAS is a global organization committed to promoting best practices in sexual health.

• The day has been observed since 2010.

• Sex and existence go hand in hand, talking about sex has been taboo across nations, religions and cultures.

• In the absence of a free and safe forum to discuss sex, often people – especially the youth – indulge in unsafe practices that are harmful to physical and mental health.

Theme of 2022 :

• The theme of World Sexual Health Day of 2022 is ‘Let’s Talk Pleasure’. 

• The topic identifies the role of sexual pleasure in overall sexual health and well-being.

• "Sexuality" is one of the strongest energies man possesses.

• It is a drive that fills man with joy and energy.

What is sexual health? 

• It involves the state of physical, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality.

• Sexual health isn't just about relationships.

• Our sexual health affects medical issues, education, and sexual behavior.

Sexual rights :

• equality and non-discrimination

• autonomy and physical integrity

• To be free from all forms of violence and coercion

• privacy

• Highest attainable standard of health, including sexual health

• accurate information

• education

• decision to have children