After being banned in some countries like Russia and the Philippines, Pornhub, one of the largest pornography sites in the world, seemed to have re-branded itself. On February 1, it launched its own Sexual Wellness Center. The said online center shall serve as a sub-site for Pornhub. It aims to educate people about sex. With a number of easily-searchable categories.
Sex therapist Dr. Laurie Betito was selected to direct the site. Netizens can select among a wide range of topics which include basic sex anatomy, sexually transmitted diseases and sexually transmitted infections. It also feature articles on sexuality researches and interpersonal relationships.
Moreover, through the site, users can also ask Dr. Betito questions about the Sexual Wellness Center’s content. This will become the topic of future discussions and information on the website. Through the years, Pornhub distinguishes itself from thousands of existing porn sites online as a go-to place for satisfaction of its users’ curiosity or urge. According to Rappler, the creation of the online sexual wellness center shall serve as an additional service to its users. In the future, it aims to become the sole location which offers both sexual information and temporary pleasure.
TNW said that last year, the Philippine government banned Pornhub and other sites that feature adult content. This was after Pornhub released a statement saying that Filipino users take the longest to visit their site. Pornhub’s ban spawns across the country. The action of the Philippine government is pursuant to Republic Act 9775 or the Anti-Child Pornography Law.
Aside from governments exerting fullest effort of the law to fight the spread of pornography, famous celebrities like Pamela Anderson joined the bandwagon of concerned citizens promoting the eradication of porn. During her lecture at Oxford University, the star declared that she is a hypocrite for opposing porn. However, she said that pornography violates women’s rights.
