FDA authorizes first at-home test for syphilis
As syphilis cases surge throughout the United States, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved the first diagnostic at-home test to spot the bacterial disease.
Aug 16, 2024
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Infections: News and Research on Chlamydia Infections
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Studies support use of daily antibiotic to prevent STDs in high-risk groups
It's long been known that popping the antibiotic doxycycline within 72 hours of a risky sexual encounter can greatly reduce a person's risk for a sexually transmitted infection (STI).
Jul 19, 2024
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Philly has highest STI rates in the country: Improving sex ed in schools and access to at-home testing could lower rates
Philadelphia ranks No. 1 among U.S. cities for new sexually transmitted infections—STIs—according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Jun 19, 2024
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Why don't people disclose STIs to a sexual partner? Stigma has a lot to do with it
Globally, more than 1 million curable sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are contracted every day in people aged 15–49. These include chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis, among others.
Jun 17, 2024
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Maternal STIs linked to reduced birth weights in Papua New Guinea
Low birthweights pose major concerns in Papua New Guinea (PNG) as a leading risk factor for newborn deaths.
Jun 13, 2024
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EU sees 'troubling surge' in sexually transmitted diseases
The European Union health agency on Thursday reported a "troubling" surge in sexually transmitted infections (STIs) across Europe, which could be just "the tip of the iceberg".
Mar 7, 2024
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Sexually transmitted infections among older adults pose a global public health challenge, study says
The incidence of HIV and other STIs among people aged 60 to 89 years is increasing in some regions of the world. More awareness about the issue, stigma reduction and preventive measures are needed, according to a new study ...
Feb 5, 2024
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Check your 'fun parts': What a new sexual health campaign for young Aussies gets right and wrong
The Australian government recently launched a new campaign, Beforeplay, to promote better sexual health among young people.
Jan 20, 2024
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STIs are on the rise—here's how to navigate telling a partner if you've got one
Having dipped somewhat during the pandemic, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are on the rise again around the world. In England and Ireland in 2022, rates of chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis exceeded levels recorded ...
Jul 26, 2023
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Don't take chances: Why doxycycline is a great bet against STIs
If taken within 72 hours of condomless sex, the common antibiotic doxycycline drastically reduces the risk of gonorrhea, syphilis and chlamydia among transwomen and gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men, a recent ...
Jul 14, 2023
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