Health
L.A. Public Health Dept. 'Concerned' About HIV-Positive Performer Report
Dr. Peter Kerndt, director of the sexually transmitted disease program for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, told XBIZ Friday that the department is waiting for more information.
16 Previously Unpublicized Porn HIV Cases, L.A. County Health Says
There have been 16 previously unpublicized cases of confirmed HIV cases of Porn Valley performers since the last outbreak in 2004, officials say.
FSC Offers Members New Health and Safety Manual
The manual addresses basic concerns including handling of equipment and OSHA record-keeping criteria, as well as first aid procedures and regulations for handling blood-borne pathogens.
Vivid Offers Octo-Mom Up to $1 Million, Health Insurance for Movie
"Nadya obviously needs income to assure that her children are secure, so we are offering her up to $1 million to act in one movie," said Steven Hirsch, co-chairman of Vivid.
Babeland Hosting Benefit for Women's Health Center
The evening will be hosted by mainstream actress and former talk show host Ricki Lake.
CorbinFisher.com to Offer Models Health Care, 401(k) Plans, More
Gay adult studio and popular pro/am website CorbinFisher.com has announced they will offer to their exclusive performers full health benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement, in addition to their pay rates.
J Kwon, Screaming O Give 10,000 Condom Packs to Urban Health Institute
On Saturday, hip-hop artist J Kwon will present 10,000 Screaming O Condom Packs, valued at more than $50,000, to the global relief charity Urban Health Institute at a fundraiser at the Playboy Mansion.
Doc Johnson Wins Women's Health Magazine Award
Adult novelty company Doc Johnson has received accolades in Women's Health Magazine's Annual Sex Awards Issue for the second year in a row.
Bushman Products Wins Women's Health Award for Second Year
Bushman Products, parent company of The Screaming O line of sex toys, has won a second Women's Health Magazine award, this time for its Screaming Octopus vibe.
Malaysian Health Minister Resigns After Sex DVD Surfaces
Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Chua Soi Lek has resigned after a sex DVD showing him and a woman who is not his wife was circulated in Johor province.
Report Calls for More Stringent Health Regs for Adult Industry
Director of the STD Program for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Dr. Peter Kerndt published a report last week outlining his response to research gathered from the adult industry on the subject of sexually transmitted diseases.
FSC, Lockton Team Up to Provide Health Insurance
The Free Speech Coalition has partnered with privately held insurance broker Lockton to offer FSC members customized personal- and business-related health insurance options.
Indian Health Officials Give Condoms at Illegal Porn Theaters
In an effort to spread awareness and prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases, health officials in the western part of the country are handing out condoms outside of theaters that screen illegal adult films.
Health Care in Adult
Health care for the adult industry is an issue that is almost always viewed through HIV-tinted glasses. And most would say rightfully so, in a business whose lock, stock and trade requires performers to engage in mostly unprotected sexual intercourse for the entertainment of a paying audience.
Hepatitis Health Alert Issued
The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services put out a warning Wednesday that hepatitis A is on the rise and has become a major public health concern for Los Angeles.
Sex.com, Flynt, BSC Donate Money to San Francisco's Erotic Health Day
Adult industry portal Sex.com and several gentlemen's clubs including Larry Flynt's Hustler Club have thrown their weight behind Erotic Health Day, a fundraising drive to support financially troubled St. James Infirmary.
L.A. County Health Dept. Issues Letter to Producers
The L.A. County Health Dept. issued a letter this week containing recommendations for the use of condoms on adult film sets. The letter was issued by the office of Jonathan E. Fielding, M.D., director of public health.
L.A. Health Czar Laments Condom-Less Porn
The top health official in the largest county in the United States thinks it is “incredibly sad that it will be business as usual” as actors continue to push their abilities – including double-anal penetration and facial cumshots – without using protective measures.
County Health Calls on Federal Agency During HIV Crisis
XBiz learned Tuesday that the Los Angeles County Health Department has called upon the services of the National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health to help with the HIV crisis.