HPV Vaccine: Cancer Prevention or Corporate Profits?


There’s a lot more to the HPV vaccination debate than whether or not it will encourage sexual activity in young women by providing peace of mind in the form of protection against one sexually transmitted virus. Merck’s HPV vaccine, Gardasil, is purported to protect against two strains of Human papillomavirus (HPV), which could lead to cervical cancer, and two strains of the virus connected to genital warts.

The debate pits public interest groups and the profits of one of the largest drug companies in the world against conservative ideals and unrealistic beliefs about sexual activity and teens. But there’s more to the argument. The vaccine is under attack by many leaders in the field of natural health and concerned parents on both sides of the political fence. With the health and well-being of tens of millions of young women at stake, who do you believe? Is Gardasil effective, and, more importantly, is it safe? Some say it’s neither.

Mike Adams, known as the Health Ranger, exposes what he calls the “Great HPV Vaccine Hoax,” in a special report at Natural News. At the core of his argument is the assertion that, according to an FDA report, most HPV infections are “short-lived and not associated with cervical cancer.” Additionally, if the vaccine is given to a young woman already carrying HPV in a dormant state, it could activate the infection, causing precancerous legions, according to Adams.

Equally scary are attempts to push the vaccination on young boys! Clearly, they are not at risk for cervical cancer, but Merck claims the vaccine will help prevent the spread of HPV and genital warts. It sounds to me like they are just trying to widen the market for this new “miracle vaccine,” without considering the possible long-term health consequences.

In what looks like another attempt to force usage and increase profits, the powerful pharmaceutical lobbyists have convinced many states to introduce legislation making the vaccination mandatory for girls entering sixth grade. According to recent accounts, none of the bills have passed yet, and those without an opt-out clause for philosophical or religious reasons have died. In Texas, Governor Rick Perry signed an executive order mandating the vaccine for all girls entering the sixth grade. Upon careful examination, we discover that Perry’s former chief of staff, Mike Toomey, is now a Merck lobbyist. Perry also allegedly received significant funds from Merck’s political action committee in 2006. However, the Texas legislature over-rode the executive order.

Understandably, many parents are up in arms about the vaccine, and especially about the government trying to mandate its use. Because Gardasil only works if a woman has not been exposed to HPV, it is most effective in young girls who have never had sex. Some medical professionals recommend starting the vaccine, given in a series of 3 shots over 6 months, at age 9.

Some parents believe the vaccine will encourage promiscuity or sex without a condom. Others simply can’t fathom the thought of their daughters having sex, and eschew any discussions along those lines.

This faction ignores the fact that adolescent girls turn into grown women who do, indeed, have sex and who also have the right to protect themselves against sexually transmitted infections. Fifty percent of all sexually active women have, at one point, contracted HPV. If the vaccine really works, it offers the chance to beat those odds.

These “watchdog” groups hide their true objections behind the medical arguments, which are more difficult to refute. So we’re back to the original question: does Gardasil work?

The fact is, existing evidence does not consider the long-term effects of the vaccine. (It hasn’t been around long enough). However, clinical studies have shown Gardasil to be more than 95 percent effective in protecting against four different strains of HPV.

In deciding whether to have your daughter (or yourself, if you’re under the age of 26) vaccinated, consider this: all vaccines carry some risks. Do the drawbacks (which may or may not be evident at this time) outweigh the benefits of becoming, as the commercial goes, “One less?” Like most decisions related to sexual activity, lifestyle and your health, it’s a decision only you can make.

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Sweet Southbound Drive


Resident Vibrator.com blogger Desiree Sweet just returned from an enchanting, 18-hour road trip to Florida. How did hubby and I amuse ourselves down that nearly endless stretch of I-95? (Hint: it wasn’t by reading “Pedro’s South of the Border” billboards aloud.)

Ms. Sweet has a knack for giving road head. I sucked my first dick in a car on the side of the New Jersey Turnpike (or was it Pennsylvania?) Now, we don’t bother pulling over. Our personal record is a blow job that lasted the entire length of Connecticut.

Road head can be dangerous, but it can also be lots of fun. Follow these pointers to stay as safe as possible. Then buckle up, sit back, and enjoy the ride.

Keep your seatbelt on. This is a tricky maneuver for the giver, as she leans over her seat to reach the prize. But do the best you can. In a vehicle with a bench seat (no center shifter) it should be easy enough to move over and use the middle seatbelt. Under all circumstances, the driver should leave his seatbelt securely fastened.

No teeth! Of course, this is the rule for any good blow job, but it’s particularly important to be mindful of your molars on a bumpy road. Whenever possible, stick to smooth highways rather than stop-and-go traffic.

For safety’s sake, it’s best to give a blow job on an empty road, where the driver can set the cruise control and recline his seat just a bit; not enough to impair his vision. This gives his partner plenty of head room, so to speak.

If the car has a center console, be especially careful not to knock it into neutral. And if you have a stick shift instead of an automatic, keep the blow jobs to the parking lot—it’s just too much for the driver to think about at one time.

To keep the car’s interior clean, you’ll probably want to swallow and be done with it. But it’s nice to have some tissues or baby wipes on hand to wipe up afterward, anyway. Some water comes in handy, too. (I know I’m always parched after a good oral sex session).

While it’s uncertain if there are explicit laws against road head, a jealous cop can nail you for indecent exposure, reckless driving, or any number of other offenses. To reduce your risk of getting caught, stick to less populated areas, at night.

Make sure the driver can concentrate on the road during his BJ, without any suspicious (and dangerous) swerving. Test his concentration abilities with some dirty talk, then a hand job before moving on to the main (street) attraction. Remember, safety always comes first!

(DISCLAIMER: All articles on Blog.Vibrator.com are for entertainment purposes only. Vibrator.com does not advocate illegal or dangerous acts. Don’t do anything stupid, people!)

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Exhibitionists on Xtube


Have you ever wasted hours of your life on Myspace or Facebook and wanted those hours back? Well then I might recommend NOT visiting web 2.0 sex networking sites like Xtube.com or Pornotube.com (see a previous blog post for the full list). Sites like these have the propensity to suck away thousands of minutes of the lives of young voyeurs like myself. The sheer selection of what one can search for and successfully find is astounding and almost a hindrance at an otherwise productive evening. The work of a voyeur is never done when sitting at the virtual telescope into countless bedroom windows.

Xtube has taught me some new sexual terms and interests that I was unaware of previously. “Whipped cream pie” is one of them. (I am actually still not sure what it means.) My conversational Spanish and French has greatly improved, as well. Still, I am not convinced that, as a voyeur, I’m making good use of my time on Xtube. Exhibitionists have a better deal.

You like it gay or straight? Sure, whatever. Interested in seeing a girl who has tattoos that encircle both of her breasts suck off two guys at once? Yeah, I’m into that, I guess. Have you seen “lingerieboy’s” most recent jerk off video? Like, who hasn’t?! Only a small percentage of videos on Xtube are of commercial porn, leaving the rest to be produced by horny guys and girls on private cams. This is the obvious choice for the countless exhibitionists of the world, but how can a voyeur like me find the time to spy in on everyone?! It’s just not possible.

So where does this leave me? Searching for keywords (like “whipped cream pie”, of course) and quietly subscribing my photo-less profile to receive notifications when my favorite “stars” update their arsenal of homemade treats for my viewing pleasure. Would it be easier and less time-consuming to buy a cam and become an exhibitionist myself? Maybe. But where’s the fun in that?

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For this Woman, Shopping *IS* Foreplay


One of my favorite forms of foreplay doesn’t involve candlelight dinners, roses, or even porn DVDs. My husband and I like browsing through adult stores. We rarely buy anything in brick-and-mortar stores; we save our shopping for online.But we love pointing out our favorite DVDs, looking at the lingerie, and giggling at some of the sillier sex toys. It helps that we’re both people-watchers, and you certainly encounter characters at the adult store. After a few rounds through the rows of vibrators, though, we’re focused only on each other, thinking of the toys we’ll pull out of our own collection that night. By the time we get in the car, we can barely make it home before ripping off each other’s clothes.

Sometimes we pick out some lingerie, maybe a sexy little teddy or a pretty bra and g-string set. In my opinion (and hubby’s!) there’s nothing hotter than a lady in lingerie. Think you can’t wear something black and slinky? Nonsense! It’s all about the attitude. A confident woman will look great in anything. If you’re feeling self-conscious, soft lights in the bedroom don’t hurt.

For years, I had a hang-up about wearing white lingerie. You know, that old myth about black being slimming and white, well, showing flaws? But every time we picked out a new outfit, hubby preferred white. I started to like it simply because he liked it so much. And I started to feel good in it. On our honeymoon, I packed five different white outfits and wore a new one each night.

It’s been a while since we’ve toured the adult shops in our area. I wonder if there’s anything new. It doesn’t matter what merchandise we spot—the most important thing we’ll find on the excursion is our sense of playfulness and revved up imaginations!

Then again, we can do the same thing from home, browsing Vibrator.com, and I won’t have to worry about the legal ramifications if we get pulled over while I’m giving him a blow job in the car.

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Make Bath Time More Fun with Water Toys


Spring is here and in many regions, temps are already rising. Even if you’re still digging out from the latest storm, don’t despair. Sunny days are right around the corner. And warm weather means water fun—pools and Jacuzzis! Why not turn your next wet adventure into something wet and wild with a waterproof vibe?From g-spot vibes to rabbits, you’ll find hundreds of choices. One of my favorites is the Blue Dolphin from Pipe Dreams. This “rabbit-style” vibrator features a dolphin-head clit tickler (the bottlenose of a dolphin seems custom-made for this activity!) and multiple speeds of pulsation and vibration.

Vibrating sponges add a new element to soapy sexual sensations. The Banana in the Pulsabath line can actually create spa-like bubbles right in your tub.

Add romantic ambience to your adventures with a bath kit featuring a floating candle and bath gel, or some soothing yet playful bubble bath.

Whether you enjoy water play in the bath, shower, pool, Jacuzzi–or are daring enough to try an ocean tryst–these tips will keep you safe.

  • Make sure your toy is really waterproof! From ruining your new toy to risk of electric shock, bringing non-waterproof toys into a wet environment (we mean the pool or tub, silly!) can have bad consequences. You’re safe with non-powered dildos made from plastic, silicone, or glass and any vibe that says it’s “waterproof” on the package. Stay away from anything with an electrical plug (obviously).
  • Inspect the waterproof seal around the battery compartment before you use your toy. You can also “test” the seal by holding the toy under running water.
  • Clean toys well after using them in a chlorinated pool or hot tub. The chemicals may erode jelly or cyberskin-type toys after time.
  • Because water tends to dry out a woman’s natural lubrication, you may want to use a silicone-based lubricant. Unlike oil-based lubricants, silicone lubes are safe for use with condoms and sex toys, and they won’t wash away like water-based lubes.
  • The chlorine in hot tubs and pools may cause the latex in condoms to deteriorate. If you need to use a condom, save intercourse for outside the water—but do enjoy as much foreplay as you want using hygienic sex toys.
  • Alcohol and hot tubs don’t mix. Combine cocktails and the Jacuzzi with a sex toy and an orgasm and you’re asking for a fast, messy (and not in a good way!) end to your night. Even sober, avoid staying in a hot tub for more than 15 minutes at a time because it could bring your temperature up to dangerous levels.

Don’t let these caveats scare you, though! If you’ve ever shared a shower with a lover, you know there’s nothing so erotic as sharing kisses while the water cascades down your face, caressing your breasts…

One last water tip… Don’t forget your rubber ducky. Or your wormie…. Or maybe a penguin.

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Vibrator.com Airplane Ad Pulled in Texas


XBIZ NEWS REPORT
By Tod Hunter
Tuesday, Apr 1, 2008

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas — A pink banner advertising adult products website Vibrator.com that had been flown over spring break destination South Padre Island has been grounded after complaints by residents.

“It’s just a little community, and there are a lot of older folks there,” John from Houston-based National Sky Signs told XBIZ. “We flew it a couple of times and the county asked me if I would not do it anymore. It was an informal request. I said, ‘Not a problem.’ They moved the banner to another place.”

The banner is 25 feet high and 68 feet long, with the words “Got Toys? Vibrator.com” alongside the company’s logo of a silhouetted woman.

“We felt that it’s a great audience for us, spring breakers,” Vibrator.com CEO Keith Levenson told XBIZ. “We know our demographics, and the 18-25 crowd is a big audience for us.”

Levenson told XBIZ that he might pursue the ban through the courts.

“So far as I knew, flying planes and aerial banners was a First Amendment right,” Levenson said. “From what we heard, this was a little airport that took the law into their own hands. We’re contemplating legal action.”

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Spring as an Aphrodisiac


Despite our iPods, skyscrapers, and 9-5 jobs, human beings are still part of the animal kingdom. We are susceptible to changes in the weather, the waxing and waning of the moon, and all that garbage just like our four-legged friends. One would therefore expect that when one animal species awakens from hibernation and commences the breeding process, we all do. The female of the species engages in “spring cleaning”, ridding the cave or nest of winter’s store of goods, and the male “sows his seed” as much as possible to ensure his genetic survival for future generations. Yes, yes, I know that such a simple three sentences do not account for the less-than-traditional relationships of modern society (or female sexuality other than cleaning!). But we’re animals nonetheless.

So what is it about Spring as a season that gets us in the mood? Maybe it’s the budding trees, the flowering plants, the April showers, and the breath of new life cleansing away the cold and dead winter. Actually, all of that tends to cause severe allergic reactions in me, for which I take copious amounts of antihistamines. And hospitals administer antihistamines for priapism (look it up), so in that respect spring doesn’t exactly jive with being an aphrodisiac.

The Vernal equinox marks the finality of longer, darker nights, bringing us more sunshine and longer days as we approach summer. Why this is a sexy thing, I’m not sure, as most people prefer the lights off when doing “the deed”. Fewer births occur in the Spring than in any other season, while Summer takes the lead in babies born. Simple math and countless research would have us believe that more sex is had in the Winter than in any other season. (Anything to save money on your heating bill…) Additional research shows that sperm count peaks in the colder months and slowly declines as Summer approaches. Not being a research scientist myself, I won’t make any hard conclusions, but the case for Spring as an aphrodisiac so far isn’t looking good!

One time honored tradition that represents youth and virility is, of course, Spring Break. Thousands of college students from around the globe flock to warmer climates for one week during March with the promise of getting laid. This year’s big destination was Key West, Florida - the gayest beach community in America! Sexually frustrated co-eds consume larger-than-normal amounts of alcohol, decreasing inhibition while at the same time inhibiting…um…performance for many over-eager frat dudes. For those sunburned, body-conscious young adults - “Spring has [not] sprung”!

While I generally don’t make a point of arguing with Mother Nature, something has gone awry in the human relationship with Spring. Perhaps our animal brethren don’t have as many societal stresses and imposed expectations, where one day can easily feel like the previous despite the season.  If this is indeed the case and it doesn’t matter, then I’d like to propose that Summer be the “New Spring”. It’s hot and sweaty, sperm count is lower (nature’s birth control!) and you don’t have to travel as south as Key West to find fuckable college students.

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Recycling Sex Toys


Sex Toy Recycling

Paper, Plastic, Rabbit Vibrators?!

Sure, everyone knows to recycle bottles and cans, newspapers, and even electronics - but I was pleasantly surprised to learn that facilities in both the US and the UK offer mail-in recycling for (over)used adult toys as well.

SexToyRecycling.com provides details on how to clean and package your toys for recycling, and even offers a $5 voucher for select recycled products at your local sex toy retailer.
In the UK, LoveHoney offers a bloody brilliant deal for Rabbit vibrator users. Send them your old Rabbit vibe and receive a brand-spanking-new Rabbit for half price! They go one step further and donate £1 to a green charity.

Both sites remind you to clean your toys with soap and water before packaging, just like you’d clean out that old peanut butter jar before laying it in the recycling bin.

Many sex toy users are becoming more environmentally responsible and ultimately buying up more “green toys”. Green sex toys include anything made of pyrex, blown glass, silicone, and even stone (!) and are not only earth-friendly but also naturally body-friendly. The peace of mind you’ll have recycling your old toys or buying green is enough to get anybody excited!

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No Reason to Fear the Rabbit


RabbitWith all their levels of vibration, rotation and escalation, not to mention more buttons than your boyfriend’s Xbox controller, many rabbit vibrators look intimidating to beginning toy users. The Decadent Indulgence 3, for instance, looks like something we use to control our home entertainment system!

Add to the control panel a thick shaft and…just what are those little tentacles sticking out, anyway? Those, my dear, are the key to the rabbit’s outstanding orgasm-inducing capabilities. (Well, those and the rotating pearls, but we’ll get to that later.)

The original rabbit vibe, the Vibratex Rabbit Pearl, was designed in Japan less than two decades ago, and popularized on HBO’s Sex and the City. The clitoral stimulator is actually in the shape of a rabbit with slim ears that vibrate to tickle the clit in pleasing ways.

Rabbit vibes are designed for dual stimulation—triple if you count the beads that, along with the realistic-shaped staff, stimulate the vagina.

Insert the shaft with the rabbit ears positioned on your clit, turn it on, and you’re ready to go! If your lover has ever rubbed your clit during penetration, then you have an idea what to expect from a rabbit vibe. (See? Not scary at all!)

If you flip the rabbit vibe around, the clit stimulators can provide intense anal pleasure, instead. (Remember to clean the vibrator well before switching from anal to vaginal stimulation, or before sharing your vibe with a friend!)

Many rabbits, such as the Pearl Lotus, feature independent controls for the shaft and rabbit ears. It can be fun to bring yourself to the brink of orgasm and then quickly switch stimulation. By timing this right, you can have a simultaneous vaginal (or g-spot) and clitoral orgasm, sending waves of pleasure coursing through your body for minutes at a time.

Like many styles of sex toy, rabbit vibes have evolved over the years and now come with remote control operation, in waterproof models, and with multiple speeds of vibration. Some, like the Doc Johnson’s colorful iVibe rabbit, even feature a shaft that rotates for unique sensations. While this is not exactly a “natural” motion, you’ll enjoy the feel of the soft, smooth material on all walls of your vagina.
Some feature simple twist-cap controls, while others, like the Decadent Indulgence series, offer push-button operation with independent controls for multiple levels of vibration, and even reversible rotation. You’re sure to have hours of fun experimenting until you find your favorite settings and combinations. Or you can stick to the basics with a vibrating shaft and bunny ears.

Like most vibrators, rabbits come in a variety of lengths and girths–some have curved shafts for better g-spot pleasure, while many are designed with realistic-looking heads. Whatever your choice, expect to achieve a more intense orgasm faster than you ever dreamed possible with the dual stimulation action of a rabbit.

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“Client 9″ For Governor


Eliot Spitzer Client 9When news broke yesterday of New York’s Governor alleged involvement with Emperors Club prostitutes, I couldn’t help but laugh at the perfect irony of it all. Those who know about Gov. Eliot Spitzer’s (otherwise known as “Client 9″) crusade against prostitution in New York state while still working as attorney general are either confused and shocked by the news, or rightfully pissed off at another supposed white knight politician who ended up guilty of the same sins he campaigned against.

In 2004, Spitzer indicted 18 people associated with elite escort services in New York City for “promoting prostitution” and related charges. That same year, he prosecuted individuals promoting prostitution in Asia, also known as “sex tourism”. As governor, Mr. Spitzer passed legislation for stricter penalties for “sex tourism” operators and “sex traffickers” who bring foreigners into the U.S. and force them into prostitution. That is all well and good, but while legislating and enforcing the laws, it seems Mr. Spitzer forgot that he, himself, was also required to adhere to them.

Gov. Spitzer can now hang out with the likes of Mark Foley, Larry Craig, Ted Haggard, and Larry King (not the talk-show host); and not necessarily for the heinousness of the crimes committed, but for their hypocrisy and sheer disrespect for the law. Foley was one of the House of Representatives’ top opponents of child pornography and introduced legislation to change federal sex offender laws. He resigned in 2006 over the now infamous “congressional page sex scandal”, turning out to be quite the offender himself. Larry Craig was an outspoken opponent of same sex marriage, even while lying to Matt Lauer’s face on The Today Show about soliciting gay sex in an airport bathroom. The formerly respected Evangelical pastor, Ted Haggard, preached that ‘God hated fags and their disgusting lifestyle’ (to paraphrase), but was outed purchasing meth from a gay prostitute. Possibly the most gruesome and under-publicized sex scandal in the history of this country, however, belongs to Larry King - an up and coming member of the Republican party and Evangelical Christian church in Nebraska during the 80’s. King was alleged to be involved in a child prostitution ring that extended all the way to the The White House, but was acquitted and instead convicted and imprisoned on charges of cooking-the-books in a credit union criminal case.
(Watch Conspiracy of Silence - a previously un-aired Discovery Channel documentary about Larry King and Republican party VIP involvement in child prostitution.)

Eliot Spitzer joins a long line of dickhead politicians and public figures who have campaigned against the sins of infidelity, prostitution, and homosexuality to ultimately hide their own sweaty guilt. An overly simplified comparison would be the high school jock who called me a “fag” and who I ended up fucking the hell out of senior year.

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