Sexual and reproductive health

Sexual and Reproductive Health

Sexual and reproductive health (pronunciation: seks-chu-al and re-pro-duc-tive health) refers to the complete physical, mental, and social well-being in all matters relating to the reproductive system. It implies that people are able to have a satisfying and safe sex life, the capability to reproduce, and the freedom to decide if, when, and how often to do so.

Etymology

The term "sexual health" is derived from the Latin word "sexualis," meaning "relating to sex," and the Old French "healthe," meaning "wholeness, a being whole, sound or well." The term "reproductive health" is derived from the Latin "reproducere," meaning "to reproduce," and "healthe."

Related Terms

Sexual Health: A state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality.
Reproductive Health: A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity, in all matters relating to the reproductive system and to its functions and processes.
Family Planning: The ability of individuals and couples to anticipate and attain their desired number of children and the spacing and timing of their births.
Contraception: The deliberate use of artificial methods or other techniques to prevent pregnancy as a consequence of sexual intercourse.
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): Infections that are spread by sexual contact.
Maternal Health: The health of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period.
Men's Health: Health issues specific to human male anatomy.
Women's Health: Health issues specific to human female anatomy.