When it comes to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), there may not be any warning signs. If you can’t answer “yes” to the question: are you having safe sex? – then you need to know that more than 1 million sexually transmitted infections are acquired every day worldwide. Much of this is preventable, and you can…
Pre-exposure prophylaxis, also known as PrEP, is a medication taken once daily to prevent the development of HIV. It’s primarily intended for people who don’t have HIV, but have extremely high chances of contracting the disease. PrEP can reduce the possibility of catching HIV by up to 90 percent if used consistently. Read on to…
When people talk about consent, they often discuss it in context with one-night stands, hook-ups. or sexual assaults. The topic is often tied to random sexual encounters. As a result, the term is rarely discussed in a positive light or in terms of committed, long-term relationships. But when you’ve been with the same person for…
Pubic lice are small parasites that attach to the skin near the genital area. The tiny insects live on coarse human hair in the pubic region and at times on beards but do not appear in the hair on your head. They are also known as crabs as they have two large front arms resembling…
A yeast infection (also known as vaginal candidiasis) is a fungal infection, affecting three out of four women during their life. The good news is that a yeast infection isn’t classified as an STI and can be treated. In this article, we’ll discuss the causes, symptoms, treatment and risk factors associated with the infection. Causes…
Last year, we covered numerous topics concerning birth control methods. If you need a recap here are a few articles to read. We understand that choosing the type of contraception that suits you best can be confusing. Emergency contraception: the morning-after pill & how it works What you need to know about hormonal contraceptives
Why don’t we talk about sex? It’s imperative that teens know about the potential consequences of having unsafe sex. It can affect your future, your health and even put your life in jeopardy. Whether it’s due to lack of information or social stigma, tiptoeing around the subject stops right here, right now!
There is a variety of different types of female contraceptives. Short-acting? Long-acting? It can be quite daunting to decide which one is best for you. In this article, we’re going to discuss a long-acting form of female contraception called an intrauterine device, also known as an IUD.
STD’s explained There are currently 27 known sexually transmitted infections. They can be either viral or bacterial. Viral STIs cannot be cured, but they can be managed with various medications. Bacterial STIs can be cured by using antibiotics. However, if you practice safe sex, you reduce the risk of contracting an STI dramatically. Let’s take…
Are you tired or experiencing negative side effects of using birth control pills? The good news is that there are long-acting- and permanent contraceptive methods available. In this article, we’ll take an in-depth look at the different types so that you can make an informed decision about which method suits you best. Make sure that…