Stigma toward sexually transmitted diseases is still rampant in the US making people skip testing. This is in turn affecting the fight against STDs in the US.
Continue readingStigma Still One of the Hurdles in Fighting STD Epidemic in US
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PrEP Leads to Decrease in Condom Use Among Australians
The introduction of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) in Australia is suspected to rduce condom use raising fears of STD rates in the country increasing rapidly.
Continue readingFact: STDs are the most Common Contagious Diseases in the United States
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are at an all time high in the US making them the most contagious infections.
Continue readingMeningitis Vaccination also Protecting People from Gonorrhea Infection
A new research has found that a meningitis vaccine also provided 31% protection against gonorrhea infection raising chances of finding a gonorrhea vaccine.
Continue readingGlobal Alarm as WHO Warns of an Untreatable Gonorrhoea Strain
WHO has reported the existence of a new strain of gonorrhoea that is resisting treatment. Experts are worried we might not be able to cure gonorrhoea any more.
Continue readingCDC Recommendations on How to Deliver News of a Positive Test Result
CDC recommendations on how to deliver news about a positive HIV test in order to ensure that the patient understands the diagnosis and handles it well.
Continue readingHIV and Hepatitis: Know the Facts
HIV and hepatitis are similar and common diseases caused by viruses. The two are also different. Here’s everything you need to know for appropriate treatment.
Continue readingThree Ways HIV/AIDS Prevention and Treatment has Advanced
While a HIV vaccine is still something we hope for, there are several ways that HIV treatment and prevention has advanced saving people from this deadly disease
Continue readingHIV: Why Men Have Significantly Lower Rates of HIV Testing
Men go for HIV testing less than women do making HIV rates among men in East Africa to be higher than those of women.
Continue readingDating Apps Blamed for Rise in STDs in the US
Popular dating apps such as Tinder and Grindr blamed for increased STD rates in the US mainly because they encourage casual sex.
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