Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional, and it is always best to talk with your primary care provider if you are concerned about your health. To make an appointment with your primary care provider at UHS, call (585) 275-2662.

Submission: I’m a male and tired of manual masturbation. Can you suggest good and affordable lube and sex toys for men/people assigned male at birth?

Thank you for your question! The Health Promotion Office provides lube (and other safer sex supplies) for FREE at these locations:

1. University Health Services – Wellness on Demand vending machine (University Health Services entry), 1^st Floor Waiting Room, 4^th Floor Health Promotion Office
2. Wilson Commons – Campus Information Center
3. Douglass Commons – Burgett Intercultural Center
4. Goergen Athletic Center – Locker rooms
5. Delivered directly to your campus mailbox by ordering via Safe Sex Express here
6. Lube can also be purchased at CVS, Wegmans, Walmart, and Amazon.

There are thousands of different sex toys on the market with different functions and features. Here are a few to explore:

1. Sleeves – soft tubes that the penis is inserted into. Sleeves can have a variety of shapes, sizes, and textures to provide a variety of sensations. Some also have vibrating and suctioning features.
2. Pumps – devices that create suction around the penis, clitoris, vulva, or nipples. This drives blood flow to the area, increasing sensation and sensitivity.
3. Vibrators – objects that vibrate or buzz to stimulate the genitals. Vibes come in all shapes and sizes and can be used on external genitals or inserted in the vagina or anus.
4. Dildos – object that is inserted into the vagina, anus, or mouth. Some dildos are designed to look like a penis, while others are more abstract. Dildos are made in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials. Curved dildos can stimulate the prostate in people assigned male at birth and the g-spot in people assigned female at birth.

Depending on the sex toy you’re looking for, you may be able to purchase one in a store or order online. Here are a few places to start:

1. Spencer’s – locations at the Greece Ridge Mall and Eastview Mall
2. Show World – locations in Greece and Henrietta
3. Medusa’s Adult Boutique – 226 Monroe Ave, Rochester NY 14607
4. Some toys can be found at stores like Walmart and Target
5. Amazon

A few more things to keep in mind when experimenting with sex toys:

1. Read the care instructions that come with the toy to determine the best way to clean and store your toy. Generally, mild soap and warm water is a good way to clean most, but not all, toys.
2. Review toy directions for information on how to safely use the toy. Some toys, like pumps, should only be used for a short period of time.
3. Silicone-based lubricants can react with silicone toys and cause them to break down. Water-based lubricants are the best to use with toys.
4. If you’re inserting a sex toy into your anus, make sure it has a flared base to keep it from going all the way in.
5. If you’re sharing a sex toy with your partner, using condoms on the toy can help protect you both from STIs.

If you have more questions about sex toys, masturbation, or your sexual health, make an appointment at UHS by calling 585-275-2662 or scheduling online via UHSConnect.

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Whether you’re new to the Rochester, New York area or simply looking for something to do off-campus, this guide is a great place to start! Outdoor activities, festivals, hikes and walks, and other activities are listed for exploration and enjoyment of our local area.

Additionally, here are some key links to events offered on-campus by Student Life’s Health Promotion Office, the Mindful University Project, as well as Yoga and Meditation classes.

Upcoming Health Promotion events: /uhs/healthpromotion/#events

Mindful University Project website:
/mindful/

Yoga classes:
/mindful/meditationandyoga/

Meditation classes:
/mindful/instruction/

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For our primary care services offered on the first floor of the UHS Building, we ask that you CALL FIRST for an appointment before coming to a UHS office. For information about scheduling an appointment at UHS, check the Appointments page.

For information about UCC services, check the UCC home page.

It is important to call before coming to UHS and UCC offices. You can also schedule certain types of visits online via .

• UHS Primary Care Services: (585) 275-2662
• University Counseling Center: (585) 275-3113

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UHS leaders are working with the to ensure a smooth transition and help patients establish care with providers in the Rochester area. Alternatively, patients can find a new provider independently by contacting the Primary Care Physician Referral Line ((585) 784-8891).

Further information will be provided.

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This year, the festival attracted 417 participants who took part in various activities throughout the day. The most popular events were pet therapy, the Wellness Fair, and the Mindful Eating Pop-up – perhaps because who can resist animals, free goodies, and food!

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our campus partners whose collaboration was instrumental in making the festival a success. Special thanks to Wilson Commons Student Activities, the Goergen Athletic Center, River Campus Libraries, Office of the Dean of Students, Dining Services, and the Interfaith Chapel!

To stay up to date on when our next Flourish Festival will be held in Spring 2025, follow the Health Promotion Office’s newsletter

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Join the Health Promotion Office’s on Thursday, April 4^th from 6-7pm in Morey 321 to learn more about navigating the health insurance system from experts, and get your questions answered! The event will include a panel featuring UHS representatives from Billing & Insurance, Primary Care, and Counseling, there to field questions on health insurance, finding a provider, and finding a therapist. Stop in, grab a snack, and learn how you can make informed decisions about your health and well-being after graduation!

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