STD rates among young people in the US are critically high calling for education on everything about STDs including their consequences, testing and treatment.
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America May Be Heading Into an STD Epidemic
According to a recent study, the US could be heading into an STD epidemic as cases of gonorrhea, syphilis and chlamydia continue to increase by the year.
Continue readingSyphilis Rates in Newborns Reach a Record High
Medical practitioners in the United States are worried about an all time rise in congenital syphilis cases probably due to late or no prenatal care.
Continue readingNew Technology makes it Possible to Get Your STD Results in Minutes
A clinic in London has introduced a new convenient and private method of STD testing. The self-test allows a person to do the test themselves at the clinic.
Continue readingSTD Prevention and Testing For College Students: The Facts
Cases of HIV infections among university and college students has been increasing over time. Why is this so? Here are the facts.
Continue readingHIV Testing: What it’s Like to Live with HIV
Did your HIV test come out positive? What now? Thankfully, HIV is no longer a death sentence you just need to know how to live with the virus.
Continue readingYoung Swedes Urged to Measure Their Penises and Talk About Mental Health
Doctors in Sweden have come up with an unorthodox method to encourage youths to discuss mental health; measuring their penises.
Continue readingEasy-to-Use App Helping STD Patients Recieve Quick Treatment
A doctor has created an app to encourage those who feel embarrassed to attend STD testing clinics to get tested anonymously increasing STD testing rates.
Continue readingA Quick Look at Syphilis Testing and Diagnosis Trends
STD testing can be confusing especially if you have a serious STD such as syphilis. Here’s a quick look at how syphilis testing and diagnosis is currently done.
Continue readingHelpful Tips on How to Have the Sexual History Conversation with Your Partner
Before having sex with a new partner, it’s healthy to discuss your sexual history to prevent the risk of contracting STDs. Here’s how to hold the conversation.
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