madman
Super Moderator
In this episode of the You Are Not Broken Podcast, Dr. Kelly Casperson shares the biggest takeaways from the 2026 ISSWSH Conference (International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health).
We cover the latest research on women’s sexual health, hormones, testosterone therapy, and new treatments being studied for female sexual function. One of the most fascinating discussions at the conference explored Viagra (sildenafil) for women, including how it may affect orgasm, arousal, and sexual response.
Dr. Casperson also breaks down new developments in menopause care, sexual medicine, and hormone advocacy, including efforts to improve access to treatments like vaginal estrogen and female-dosed testosterone.
Whether you're a clinician, a menopause patient, or someone interested in learning more about female sexual health and hormone therapy, this episode highlights some of the most interesting research and conversations happening in the field today.
Topics include:
* New research on Viagra (sildenafil) for women
* Testosterone and estrogen in female sexual health
* Sexual dysfunction after breast cancer
* Pornography research and relationship dynamics
* Sexual pain, clitoral adhesions, and pelvic health
* Sex education and its impact on health outcomes
* Advocacy efforts to expand access to hormone therapy
* Key insights from the ISSWSH 2026 conference
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to 2026: A Year of Change
02:41 Ishwish Annual Meeting Insights
05:26 The M Factor 2.0 and Vibrator Launch
08:24 Sex Education and Alcohol Awareness
11:04 Understanding Evidence-Based Medicine
13:43 Advocacy for Women's Health
16:39 Research Highlights from Ishwish
19:17 The Role of Hormones in Sexual Health
21:55 Sexual Education and Social Change
24:28 Cultural Perspectives on Sexuality
27:05 Challenges in Women's Sexual Health
29:32 The Future of Women's Health Advocacy
32:01 Conclusion and Future Events
