Recoveries from sexual assault can be long and troublesome. Survivors would have to go through counselling and extensive medical assistance to start healing. Acting fast in the aftermath of assault should be prioritised. The first 72 hours are incredibly important, especially when it comes to the prevention of HIV.
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How to Talk to Your Partner about STDs
Few topics make people as uncomfortable as the topic of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Still, this is something that partners have to discuss, especially if they’re entering into a committed relationship. Talking about STDs, testing and protection can strengthen the bond between two people and result in fewer problems down the line.
Continue readingSTD Stigma in Singapore Still Prevalent. Here’s How We Can All Change That
While Singapore offers reliable and modern STD treatment options (including HIV management), society is still lagging behind when it comes to de-stigmatisation. Prejudices still abound, especially when it comes to HIV-positive individuals. The government is trying to change the situation but lasting progress is also dependent on the effort of every single Singaporean.
Continue readingWhat You Need to Know about April – STD Awareness Month
April is recognised as STD Awareness Month and many parts of the world carry out awareness campaigns within those 30 days. Singapore is still lagging behind in terms of social acceptance and STD de-stigmatisation. If you want to be a change ambassador, you can do a couple of simple but very effective things this year.
Continue readingWhat Happens When You Visit a Sexual Health Clinic for the First Time
Singapore has excellent sexual health clinics that offer an array of screening, consultation and treatment services. Unfortunately, many people are afraid to visit due to social stigmatisation and personal insecurities. If you’re planning a first visit to a sexual health clinic and you’re hesitant about it, the following guide will teach you the essentials.
Continue readingWhite Blood Cell Treatment Shows Promise for Both HIV and AIDS Patients
A clinical study is currently underway, attempting to develop an alternative treatment for HIV and AIDS. Instead of using a daily dose of antiretroviral medications, researchers are extracting and modifying the white blood cells of HIV-positive patients. Preliminary results have shown a lot of promise.
Continue readingAn Experimental Treatment Protocol That Could Lead to Long-Term HIV Remission?
Researchers are still cautiously optimistic about this brand new study but it shows interesting prospects for the treatment of HIV. An unorthodox antiretroviral therapy that’s been tested out in Brazil has contributed to long-term HIV remission.
Continue readingCovid-19 and HIV: What to Expect and How Is It Handled?
A strong immune system is a prerequisite for overcoming Covid-19 as quickly as possible. So, how does the virus affect people whose immunity has been weakened in one way or another? HIV-positive individuals are one group of such people and there’s already some research shedding some light on the effect of the coronavirus when a person is HIV-positive.
Continue readingCOVID-19 Circuit Breaker Period Services Resumption
The COVID-19 Circuit Breaker Period, from 2020 April 7th to June 1st, entailed the restriction of services to those that were essential. There will be 2 phases for the resumption of services: From 19th May 2020 onwards. After the end of the circuit breaker period. Essential services ongoing. Call before coming: STD screening, testing and… Continue reading
Your Guide to Shigella Flexneri: Rare STDs Explained
Shigella flexneri is the bacterium that causes shigellosis. Previously, it was spread due to poor hygiene but today, Shigella causes an STI on the rise. There are several reasons why it has affected more people and the fact the bacterium has become antibiotic-resistant is one of them.
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