The aftermath of closing health clinics was a rise in STDs

According to a recent health report issued, the rates of infection of the three major sexually transmitted diseases: syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhea have recently increased and continue to rise to very high levels among young people and teenagers. These young people usually engage in unprotected sex with infected people, without knowing it. The infected people might … [Read more…]

Zika now an STD

ZIKA now an STD

Background about Zika It is a mosquito born illness that is transmitted by Aedes species of mosquito. It is also responsible for the transmission of chikungunya viruses and dengue. This species is mostly active at day time so mosquito barrier methods are … [Read more…]

What is the difference between HIV and AIDS?

Most of the people who live out there in the world find it as a difficult task to figure out the difference in between HIV and AIDS. Some people think that both are the same, but it is not. In other words, you can see some clear differences in between HIV and AIDS. Before coming … [Read more…]

STD’s during pregnancy

Contracting a Sexually Transmitted Disease is a concern for all women. These diseases are often related to unsafe sex practices and can develop in both pregnant and non-pregnant women. Whilst a STD in a … [Read more…]

Can you get an STD from kissing

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs or STIs) are the diseases that are typically transmitted during sexual intercourse. However, they can also spread through skin contacts, body fluids and from mother to newborn children. … [Read more…]

All Types of STDs and STIs

Bacterial STDs Bacterial sexually transmitted infections (such as gonorrhea, syphilis and chlamydia) are passed from person to person during sexual intercourse. They are caused by bacteria — tiny single-celled microorganisms. Bacteria are highly resistant and are able to survive in … [Read more…]

5 STDs That Require Yearly Testing

Unlike many common infections that can be diagnosed by a doctor, most sexually transmitted diseases require thorough tests to be done to identify the problem and take measures. Whenever you have any symptoms, associates with STDs, such as abnormal discharge from vagina or penis, rash or sores in genital … [Read more…]

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