The Pursuit of Holistic Well-being through Sexual Health: Sexual Wellness as "Vitality" — Implementing Sexual Health in Society from Consent to Medical Access

The column "Sexual Wellness Equals Total Wellness," published in the Indian newspaper Deccan Chronicle, emphasizes that sexual health is directly linked not only to the prevention of infections and avoidance of unwanted pregnancies but also to mental and physical fulfillment, the quality of relationships, and the well-being of communities. In conjunction with World Sexual Health Day (WSHD) on September 4, the WHO and various national organizations have promoted core messages of "Sexual Justice" and "Consent," using the hashtag #WSHD2025. On social media, there is growing support with messages like "Your body, your choice" and "Conversation, not shame," although the reality of advertising regulations and prejudices hindering access to information is also highlighted. The article organizes the responses from international organizations, embassies, and medical institutions on social media, centered around the column's assertions. It proposes practical steps that can be taken today to address the challenges of implementation in Japan and Asia—comprehensive sex education in schools and workplaces, access to low-cost testing and contraception, prevention of abuse and consent education, and support that transcends age and gender.