There is a simpler and more affordable molecular test that shows the reduction of the genus Lactobacillus and an increased species variety of vaginal microbiota. This test can function as a practical substitute investigative method for the assessment of bacterial vaginosis (BV). BV occurs when the vaginal microbiota is in an abnormal state characterized by… Continue reading
HIV Testing Uptake Shot Up among Men having Sex with Men in China from 2008 to 2012
HIV testing among men having sex with men in China shot up to 46.0% in 2012 from 20.1% in 2008. HIV prevalence however, remained stable.
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The use of self-tests that provide results immediately is easy, accurate and increases chances of detecting HIV positive cases at the early stages.
Continue readingSingapore Partially Lifts Ban on HIV-Positive Foreigners
Did you know that Singapore bans HIV-positive foreigners? That ban recently became less harsh, as short-term visits are now allowed.
Continue readingProvider-Initiated HIV Testing Preferred Over Voluntary Counseling and Testing
Provider-Initiated HIV testing and Counseling is a promising approach to reach sexual minority migrants facing stigma without violating their rights.
Continue readingHerpes Simplex Virus Doesn’t Increase Risk of HIV Mother to Child Transmission
There is a high prevalence of HSV-2 cases among HIV positive women. However, there is no associated risk of transmission of HIV from mother.
Continue readingYoung People with HIV in Singapore Live in Silence
How do HIV-positive young people in Singapore cope with everyday life? Find out the sad reality of social stigma and living with HIV.
Continue readingEmerging Trend of Viral STDs in Males in India
Lack of early treatment of STIs due to stigmatization is greatly affecting the fight against these infections. There is a huge need for awareness about STIs.
Continue readingHoope, the New STD Testing Ring
Are you nervous about contracting an STD? Test for sexually transmitted diseases quickly with a cool new gadget, the Hoope ring.
Continue readingOpportunities Presented by Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) In HIV Prevention
Voluntary Medical Male circumcision (VMMC) has been proven to reduce risk of HIV by 50%. Despite this huge success VMMC has very low prevalence in China.
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