A new method of using PEP with doxycycline could reduce sexually transmitted infections especially when it comes to syphilis and drug-resistant gonorrhea.
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Rape Victims who Get PEP Treatment within 8 Hours Can Live HIV Free
Use of post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is not allowed in India despite the fact that the therapy is said to prevent victims from getting HIV by up to 100%.
Continue readingWhat Is the Difference Between PrEP and PEP? Everything you Need to Know
PEP and PrEP have been used to reduce HIV/AIDS infection. Many people think they are the same and interchangeable. The truth is that they are very different.
Continue readingStay Safe: How to Get Tested For STIs with Your Partner
Talking about your sexual health as a couple is important and even better you should go for STD testing together. Here’s how to go about it.
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.
Continue readingTough-to-Treat Super-Gonorrhoea Spreading Across Britain
Have you heard of “Super-Gonorrhoea?” Find out more about this superbug, one of many that are troubling doctors, both in the UK and around the globe.
Continue readingHigh Prevalence of Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Female Sex Workers in China
The increase Hepatitis and STIs among female sex workers in China have unfortunately been increasing steadily requiring more attention to control the infections.
Continue readingEvolution of Hepatitis among Chinese General Public, Gay Community and Drug Users
Migration, use of drugs, multiple sex partners are factors contributing to the spread and evolution of hepatitis c virus in China making it difficult to treat.
Continue readingIncreasing Safety of HIV-Exposed Newborns by Combining Antiretroviral Prophylaxis
Combined HIV antiretroviral post-exposure prophylaxis treatment is effective for exposed infants. However, close observation is needed to ensure all is well.
Continue readingPsychosocial and High-Risk Sexual Behavior among Detained Juveniles
There is a direct relationship between the psychosocial and high risk sexual behavior and infection of STI’s leading to contracting HIV and AIDs.
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