Questions and answers about STD prevention

27 May, 2024

Various factors affecting infectivity of STDs

While some STDs, such as HIV, have a relatively low chance of transmission per exposure, others, such as genital herpes, can be transmitted much more easily. This article sheds light on the various factors that contribute to how infectious an STD can be.

14 May, 2024

How effective is treatment and detection of the new HIV variant?

The newly discovered HIV variant raises many questions about the effectiveness of current treatment methods and the reliability of HIV testing.

06 May, 2024

Syphilis testing, treatment and prevention

Detecting, treating and preventing syphilis is essential to stop the spread of this serious disease. This article discusses the methods that can be used to detect and prevent syphilis.

30 April, 2024

Deciphering HIV: understand the virus and how to prevent it

HIV is a type of lentivirus that primarily affects the host's immune system. After a long incubation period during which the virus remains dormant, it can cause serious damage. When the immune system is significantly broken down, it is referred to as AIDS, a stage where the body becomes vulnerable…

22 April, 2024

When and why repeat STD treatment is needed

Even with proper diagnosis and treatment of a sexually transmitted disease (STD), repeat treatment may be necessary. This article discusses the situations where repeat STD treatment may be necessary and highlights the importance of follow-up testing.

16 April, 2024

Home testing for STDs: how and why?

The ability to test for STDs at home offers a new, privacy-oriented approach to sexual healthcare. With the rise of online services, you can now buy self-testing kits. But how reliable are these tests