All Entries in the "Sexually Transmitted Diseases" Category
1 In 6 Americans Have Genital Herpes
Some startling statistics have recently emerged, with the US health officials declaring that about 16% of the female population in America between the ages of 14 and 49 are infected with genital herpes.
This makes genital herpes one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases in the country.
These statistics are more worrying for women than men [...]
Best Ways To Avoid Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (or STDs) can be transmitted in a variety of ways.
It isn’t just full intercourse that can transmit STDs, it can be other forms of sexual activity such as anal or oral sex, and even genital foreplay that can spread these infections.
Some STDs are passed on by skin to skin [...]
Keeping Your Herpes Virus Dormant
Did you know that 1 in 4 people have the herpes virus? That is 25% of people in this country have the herpes virus.
Now, many of those people may not know they have it unfortunately and those who do have it are most likely dealing with many different emotions.
If you have been [...]
Chlamydia Becoming More Widespread Amongst Underage Teens
The promiscuous behavior of adolescents is having a serious affect on their health and the instances of sexually transmitted diseases, in particular Chlamydia, is increasing at an alarming rate.
Last year the number of cases reported by fifteen year olds, doubled from just over one thousand to two thousand. This typifies the problem [...]
Government Wants To Shake US Out Of AIDS Complacency
A new public health campaign is to be launched to address the nation’s growing complacency over the HIV virus and AIDS in general.
The 5 year program will cost nearly fifty million dollars and include advertising on public transport, media broadcasting and a web site.
It is believed that over one million US citizens [...]
Circumcised At Less Risk From STDs
Some researchers claim that if, at birth, a male was circumcised it would reduce his risk from sexually transmitted diseases by a third.
Opponents may disagree with circumcising babies, believing that the procedure is cruel and unnecessary, might now have to stop and listen to the facts.
In America 1 in 2 newborns [...]
US AIDS Rate Now Higher Than The “Third World”
A soon to be published report will show that rates of HIV positive individuals is even higher in the US than in third world countries.
The 1% threshold that is used as an indicator to warn state officials of an imminent severe epidemic has been crossed three times over.
Statistically that 3% represents nearly [...]
Why It Is So Difficult To Find A Cure For HIV?
HIV is a virus that evolves so rapidly that it is difficult to keep pace with the vaccines that could help avoid the disease.
Unfortunately due to this evolving mutation within the body there is still no effective way to prevent the contraction of HIV.
The HIV infection reacts differently according to various [...]
Promising Results For Gene Therapy HIV Treatment
Clinical tests have produced the first encouraging results in gene therapy treatment against HIV.
A recent research by the University of California has demonstrated the effectiveness of highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) against HIV infection.
Although there are no important side effects on patients, the daily treatment may [...]
Trichomoniasis: Most Common Vaginal Infection In Women!
Are you taking necessary precautions to avoid vaginal infections? As a woman, it is very important for you take proper hygiene and better care for your vaginal regions, as they are very crucial in better reproductive health.
Improper hygiene mainly leads to various vaginal infections. Trichomoniasis is one among the [...]
