Researchers at Oregon State University in Corvallis and Purdue University are paving the way toward a new therapeutic approach for gonorrhea by shedding light on the mechanism behind important proteins on the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria’s outer membrane. The findings were published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry in February 2018. The National Institutes of Health… Continue reading Researchers Take an Important Step Toward a Gonorrhea Vaccine
Tag: sexually transmitted diseases
Human Papilloma Virus (HPV): What You Need to Know Today
Because barrier protection such as condoms doesn’t always work, the only way unequivocally to prevent getting an STI is to abstain from sexual relationships. In other words, pretty much everyone of any age needs information on STIs. Even a person who is in a committed relationship could get an STI from a partner who cheats.… Continue reading Human Papilloma Virus (HPV): What You Need to Know Today
The Most Recommended Screenings for Women 50 and Above
What kind of screening or diagnostic tests should you take after 50? The SeniorHealth division of the National Institutes on Aging, using material developed by the respected Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, has some suggestions: Breast Cancer BRCA 1 and 2 Genes The agency experts recommend that you consider a genetic test for these… Continue reading The Most Recommended Screenings for Women 50 and Above
His Cheating, Your Health
By Eve Marx The news isn’t pretty. Your husband has been having sex with someone else, and you’ve been having sex with your husband. Just as you were congratulating yourself for having a happy, healthy sex life when so many of your married friends are complaining their sex life is over, you discover the downside… Continue reading His Cheating, Your Health