Young Latinos in rural areas may need education on safer sex practices
Researchers at Oregon State University (OSU) recently conducted a study which revealed that 18- to 25-year old Latino men and women living in rural areas don't always make the soundest choices when it comes to protecting themselves against unplanned pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
Continue Reading >New vaccine may make life better for HIV patients
Today's medicines make it possible for individuals with HIV to live longer and with more quality of life than ever before.
Continue Reading >Yale students getting schooled on sexual health and STD testing
Just in time for Valentine's Day, Yale University held its annual Sex Week from Feb. 4 through 14, and students were given information on sexual health, behavior and preventing sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
Continue Reading >Campaign in Colorado seeks to cut down on unplanned pregnancies
The Colorado Initiative to Reduce Unintended Pregnancy and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) recently announced the launch of a campaign called Beforeplay, which is meant to educate individuals about safer sex and preventing pregnancy.
Continue Reading >Middle aged and divorced? You may want to remember the basics of safer sex
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Nursing recently released a study which suggests that women who are middle aged and divorced may need to be more careful when it comes to sexual behavior.
Continue Reading >Online dating websites may not be the best matchmakers
Many individuals turn to websites these days when they find themselves longing for a romantic partner.
Continue Reading >CDC reports on the prevalence of sexual assault and partner violence
According to a recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), millions of Americans cope with the problem of domestic violence and sexual assault every day.
Continue Reading >Partner treatment is essential in curing STDs
Individuals who test positive for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) for which there is a cure – such as gonorrhea, chlamydia and syphilis – sometimes test positive again even after receiving treatment.
Continue Reading >Can sex be considered a heart healthy activity?
When thinking about habits that are good for the cardiovascular system, exercise, healthy eating and avoidance of tobacco often come to mind.
Continue Reading >Scientists examine the ability of a virus to evolve
Some sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) - namely, HIV and gonorrhea - are difficult to treat because viruses and bacteria are able to evolve and evade treatments that were previously effective.
Continue Reading >Oral HPV infection more common in men
While the human papillomavirus (HPV) has been thought of as a disease which largely affects women – possibly due to the discovery that the virus can cause cervical cancer and extensive subsequent research done on the association – a new study suggests that men should be equally concerned.
Continue Reading >Researchers examine the reasons why young people avoid STD testing
A team of scientists at the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Maryland conducted a study that reveals the different factors that influence a young person's decision to receive – or to avoid - testing for a sexually transmitted disease (STD).
Continue Reading >Sexually transmitted diseases don't always have symptoms
An all-too common misconception about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is that they rear their ugly heads in the form of itchiness, discharge or sores soon after infection. Unfortunately, this erroneous belief may lead to individuals putting of getting tested.
Continue Reading >Prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases among teens is rising
The teenage years are often reckless ones, as young people sometimes believe they are impervious to negative consequences.
Continue Reading >Experts issue guidelines on sexual activity for cardiovascular patients
Studies have shown that people with cardiovascular disease – especially those with pacemakers – experience a decrease in their quality of life due to fears over sexual activity.
Continue Reading >Researchers: Many missed opportunities to vaccinate high-risk individuals for hepatitis B
A team of scientists at Brown University recently conducted a study which revealed that more than half of high-risk adults are missing out on opportunities to get vaccinated for hepatitis B.
Continue Reading >Organization calls for doctor-patient communication on sexual identity
Fenway Health, a Boston-based care center for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community, is encouraging physicians to ask patients about their sexual orientation and gender identity in response to findings that people who are LGBT may have a higher risk of health problems.
Continue Reading >CDC announces screening guidelines for sexually transmitted diseases
Most sexually active individuals should be aware of the importance of regular testing for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), but who is in particular need and how often to obtain these screenings may be somewhat unclear.
Continue Reading >Smartphone applications may make safer sex easier
One obstacle that sometimes gets in the way of people practicing safer sex is not having a condom.
Continue Reading >Women are just as interested in casual sex as men
An article on ChelseaNow.com explores the complex nature of women and casual sex.
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