Relationships and sexual health
The essential guide for over-50s
We are the “baby boom” generation, who grew up during the 1950s and 60s. This was a time of great social change where feminism, civil rights and more liberal attitudes towards sex were at the forefront of society. The contraceptive pill was introduced in the 1960s and this gave women the freedom to control their own fertility. The priority at this time was about preventing pregnancy rather than worrying about sexually transmitted infections.
Those of us who are in our fifties and older grew up at a time when awareness of sexually transmitted infections was poor. This means for example that you may have never or rarely have used condoms. If you are now back out on the dating scene and sexually active, you need to know how to help protect yourself and your partners from sexually transmitted infections.
This comprehensive and readable guide from the British FPA covers everything you need to know about sexual health. Read it – and take action!