Articles related to "Sexually Transmitted Disease"



Can Syphilis Be Eradicated From the U.S.?
Can Syphilis Be Eradicated From the U.S.?
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College Students & Sexual Violence
Rape on college campuses is a much more serious problem than many people realize. Here's what you should know about sexual assault and college campuses.
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Genital Herpes: The Basics
Useful information about genital herpes and its symptoms.
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Living My Life With Herpes
This is my story about how I contracted herpes.
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New Recommendation for Women's Health Screening
ACOG has issued new guidelines for routine health screenings for women ages 13 and up.
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The Unseen Can Be Harmful
Genital warts: A sexually transmitted disease that you may not notice but can harm you.
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U.S. Seeks To Eliminate Syphilis
A large drop in the number of syphilis cases gives renewed hope that this disease can be eliminated from the United States in the next few years.
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Bacterial Vaginosis and HIV Infection
Women with bacterial vaginosis are more likely to be infected with HIV-AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections, underscoring the need for prevention.
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Facts About HPV and the Sex Shot
Health care decisions should be made in the best interest of the individual. The decisions should be based on information and facts; not opinions and myths.
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Genital Herpes
The herpes simplex virus affects one in five persons in the United States. Its acquisition, signs and symptoms, treatment options and prevention strategies are presented
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High STD Rates, Abstinence Ed Link
Health officials fault abstinence-only-until-marriage curricula in the prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases in teens.
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Mandatory STD Vaccinations in TX
Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is a common cause of sexually transmitted disease. Texas schools will soon be vaccinating young girls against this disease.
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Teen Births Now Rising
The upward trend for teen births is expected to continue to rise according to the CDC, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Tracking Pelvic Infammatory Disease (PID)
Not all women with untreated gonorrhea develop PID. A recent study may have uncovered one reason certain strains of this bacterial disease are more dangerous than others.
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Unsafe Sex and STIs
Know the risks involved when a person chooses to engage in unsafe or unprotected sex, in order not to end up getting a sexually-transmitted infection(s).
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Taking Charge: Protecting Reproductive Freedom
Lists and describes different forms of birth control currently available.
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Teens and STDs
April is National Sexually Transmitted Disease Awareness Month. Find out why teens are at increased risk and how you can help.
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Molluscum Contagiosum
Molluscum contagiosum is a common, self limiting viral infection caused by a pox virus, the molluscum contagiosum virus. It appears as pearly white or skin colored bumps.
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Vaccines and Vaccine-Preventable Diseases
Understanding vaccines and vaccine-preventable diseases is an important step in making informed decisions regarding vaccinations.
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Itch, Scratch and Burn: How Women Cope
Any woman who has ever suffered from Candida, commonly known as vaginal yeast infection, can easily relate to the title of this article. Learn what causes yeast infections and how to prevent those nasty symptoms.
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Prostitution and Women Abuse
Women who are sex workers may suffer unique forms of abuse and discrimination.
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Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary tract infections can be mild or serious with symptoms that depend on the portion of the urinary tract involved.
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Bacterial vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis is a condition in which the normal flora of the vagina has been disrupted shifting from the predominance of Lactobacillus species to an overgrowth of
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Free Sex?
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Alternative Vaccination Schedules
Alternative vaccination schedules incorporate selective and delayed vaccination to reduce the risks of adverse reactions and vaccine injury.
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Chlamydia trachomatis Infection
Chlamydia is the most commonly reported bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI) in North America. More than 2,000,000 people in the U.S. have Chlamydia infection.
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Chlamydiae Bacteria
The Chlamydia genus of bacteria consists of four unique species that cause a variety of disease including genital tract infections and respiratory tract infections.
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In dog We Trust
If talking about G.W. Bush and his plans for America lead to say, "Don't get me started," you'll either love this article or hate it.
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Circumcision Myths: Part I
Part one of a two part series debunking the myths about circumcision which are commonly believed.
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What Do You Know About AIDS? Part 2 of 3
Answers to last week's survey.
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About Preterm Labor and Child Birth
What expectant parents need to know about preterm labor and birth.
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Christian Market Series: Small Press Owner and Author Lamonica Smith
Last month faith based small press publisher and author, Lamonica Smith sat down with me and shared her vision for her book and her company, and advice for those wishing to follow in her footsteps.
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Abstinence and Your Teen
There's one absolutely fool-proof method for avoiding teen pregnancy: abstinence. Here are some of the issues at hand when teaching teens about refraining from sex.
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Bacteria and Infertility
A high percentage of sexually active teenage ladies are infected with Chlamydia trachomatis. The leading cause of preventable infertility in the United States.
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Book Reviews: Women Abuse Publications
Two books are profiled, each written about women in different parts of the world, yet share a common theme.
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Durban Declaration; Part 3
Knowing more about the HIV virus helps explain the difference in how this virus is spread in different populations.
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Feminists Desire for Affordable Healthcare
Women's healthcare initiatives include the right to affordable birth control methods and the equal access to preventive health screenings.
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Fighting bad bacteria by feeding on them
We have a vast range of amoeboid cells which literally eat our enemies and protect us. How ....please read ahead.
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Herpes Infection and Reactivation
The herpes family of viruses enter a latent (silent) phase of infection following initial infection, but can be reactivated resulting in recurrent infection.
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HIV/AIDS and Women Abuse
How it is easy for women to contract HIV/AIDS
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IC: The Basics
A brief introduction to Interstitial Cystitis, including symptoms and available treatments.
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New AIDS Virus Strain Found
A new strain of HIV-1 has been discovered in Cameroon that could make detection and early treatment of HIV infected people more difficult.
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Spotting in the Menstrual Cycle: Assessing the Health Risks Associated with Unexpected Vaginal Bleeding
Many women experience spotting at some point during their cycle. Sometimes it’s perfectly normal, and sometimes it's an indication of something wrong, be it minor or major.
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Stress and Cervical Cancer
Women with higher levels of perceived stress may be less able to fight off HPV, the virus that causes cervical cancer.
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Syphilitic Narcissist
Syphilis in its tertiary (brain consuming) phase produces symptoms that are easily misdiagnosed as Bipolar Disorder comorbid with Personality Disorders.
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Teens, Alcohol, and Sexual Activity
Teens who drink are more likely to participate in dangerous sexual behavior for a variety of reasons. Help them understand the risks.
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The Millennium Peace Prize for Women
How women abuse is committed during war and conflict situations.
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TV's Effect on Youth Development
The Kaiser Family Foundation provides research that shows that sexual content on television may influence youth behaviors.
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weapons of brutal little beasties
How do the tiny bacteria cause so much damage to us in terms of pain, misery, energy, money, emotional strain etc.?
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When to Visit the Gynecologist
Visiting your gynecologist is important for maintaining good reproductive health. Schedule yearly checkups as well as visits for these gynecological symptoms...
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