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unSAFE SEX IN NSW BROTHELS.
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In a report published in March, it has been found that in many of America’s underground brothels sex workers are being coerced into providing payment for the use of condoms, or go without. Mary Anne Ghobrial reports.
Risky behaviour prompts rise in STIs
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STI rates in Australia are rising and the reason? People are being risky when they’re getting in bed. But how does this have a way of impacting more than just the risk taker? The Den went out to find out. Mary Fekos has the full story.
yoga dating: the next best thing
Within Colorado, USA, a new concept of yoga dating is taking off. Alexander Logan reveals whether yoga's popularity in Australia will see a similar trend hit our shores.
HEALTH
gROWING UP qUEER
The report 'Growing Up Queer' has found that 16 per cent of young people who identify as LGBTIQ Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Trans, Intersex or Queer (LGBTIQ) have attempted suicide. Alexander Logan reports.
Wrap it beore you tap it
The number of Australians diagnosed with STIs is on a steep incline, but this statistic can no longer be explained as an innocent, naïve mistake. Mary Fekos says that it is time men are honest with their partners.
when your girlfriend has cancer
All young couples face challenges, but 'challenge' takes on a whole new meaning for 17 year old David Jerogin and his girlfriend, Winona. Kate Lilly reports.
why men won't don the condom
A study published by the Health Education Journal has found that men are less likely to encourage condom use than women. Georgia Maher has the full story.
addicted to love
It’s a disputed term amongst mental health practitioners, but love addiction is an issue that is showing up increasingly more in therapy sessions.
But what exactly is love addiction, and how can people recognise it in themselves? Mary Anne Ghobrial reports.
The plight behind problem gambling
It was only a few months ago when Bernie, 29, was sleeping on the floor of his friend’s garage. Bernie opens up to The Den about his gambling problem and how he is slowly recovering. Maria Angela Parajo reports.
Angry Boys: Tackling male aggression
There's been an increase in violence incidents among young Australian men in the past 12 months. A successful new school program, however, might hold the key to quelling this male aggression. Jack Derwin has this report.
education key in curbing violence
Alcohol-fuelled violence has long been a problem in Australia. But could a new education program prevent further violence among young men before they can even drink? Jack Derwin reports.
high-risk sexual behaviour
More people are putting themselves in risqué situations – with people becoming intoxicated and then choosing to have sex without using a condom. Mary Fekos reports.
Smoking could affect fertility
New research in the Fertility and Sterility journal has found that cigarette smoking could damage DNA proteins in male sperm. Maria Angela Parajo reports.
The carry on effects of steroids
Evidence suggests that the use of steroids could lead to a noticeable change in one’s personality. Georgia Maher reports on the truth behind steroid use.