STIs

Sexually transmitted infections, or STIs, are incredibly common. In fact, one in five people have an STI, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). And in 2021 alone, approximately 2.5 million cases of chlamydia,…

The old wives’ tale that really IS true! Major review rules drinking cranberry juice can prevent STIsResearchers in Australia looked at 50 recent trials involving nearly 9,000 people Experts believe it is due to a high…

When was the last time you were screened for STIs? If the answer that just popped into your head is “pre-COVID,” it might be time to make an appointment. Recent data shows reported cases of sexually transmitted infections jumped…

Chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis are on the rise in Canada, but a growing number of research shows that taking a particular antibiotic drug after sex may help prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The antibiotic drug…

Americans should take a pill after sex to tackle America's explosion in sexually transmitted infections (STIs), health officials say.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging singletons to use doxycycline as a…

Last Updated: February 14, 2023, 13:57 ISTSexual wellness encompasses the prevention of infections, mental health and healthy functionality.Despite being a critical element of health, sexual wellness is often seen as a taboo subject that is…

Edited By: Swati ChaturvediLast Updated: February 13, 2023, 08:37 ISTIf these STIs aren’t treated, they may also be life-threatening hence it is extremely pivotal to undertake tests that will help to rule out the symptoms at the earliest to…

Last Updated: December 26, 2022, 13:25 ISTSyphilis is a frequent form of STD with signs and symptoms varying from person to person.Syphilis could be fatal in its advanced stages. The causes, symptoms, and treatment of this condition are…

But isn't syphilis a thing of the past? Nope! Infection rates have risen in recent years. Here's what you need to know."Safe sex" was common slogan in the 1980s when HIV was discovered and widely discussed, but the idea of safe, protected…

Young adults in France will soon be able to get condoms for free. In an attempt to quell the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the country, condoms will be available at no cost to people 18 to 25 years old, starting…