HIV Scotland has released a report recommending that students in secondary schools be taught about sex, HIV, and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP).
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HIV PEP and Doxycycline shows signs of offering protection against syphillis and chlamydia among men having sex with men.
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Men having sex with men (MSM) who have early stage syphilis are at a high risk of acquiring HIV and should therefore, be high on the priority list for HIV PrEP.
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Recent statistics suggest that 1 in 4 people will suffer from a sexually transmitted disease (STD) at some point in their lives. This is a scary figure, and one that can be better controlled with proper education and protection. The problem is that too many people want to avoid this topic. They’re either embarrassed by… Continue reading
Researchers explain why a man in Amsterdam who was constantly taking HIV PrEP the highl acclaimed HIV prevention drug still got infected with the virus.
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The NHS could save billions by making HIV PrEP drug available to everyone at a lower cost. The drug is believed to prevent HIV infection for 1 in every 4 cases.
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Throughout history, viral and bacterial infections have both been responsible for killing millions of people every year. While viruses and bacteria alike can cause a number of different infections that can be mild or severe, viruses are certainly not the same as bacteria. With that said, it is important to know the difference between bacterial… Continue reading
Sexually transmitted diseases are health problems that few people ever want to have to deal with. Unfortunately, they do happen and it’s important to seek treatment for them as soon as possible. There are several STDs that can turn into serious health risks if left untreated. It’s very important to get tested regularly and to… Continue reading
The human immunodeficiency virus is one of the scariest things that you can possibly deal with. It used to be a death sentence, but new medications and treatments have made it so that people with HIV can live full and happy lives. The key, is finding out whether or not you’re infected. It’s extremely important… Continue reading
In its early stages, the symptoms of HIV can mask itself as common conditions. It is important to understand the symptoms for the infection to detect it at its early stages.
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