One aspect of the challenge of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is the stigma. But consensual sexual activity, which is a natural part of adult life, involves intimate contact that can spread infection. And millions of people get STIs every year. Make that about 20 million new cases a year, according to the CDC, including infections… Continue reading Stigma-Free Talk about Genital Herpes
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Gonorrhea: What You Need to Know Today
Gonorrhea, a bacterial STI caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae and colloquially called “The Clap”, is currently the second most common STI after Chlamydia. However, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported on July 7th 2017 that antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea is on the rise and that new drugs are needed. The drugs that used to be effective are Rocephin,… Continue reading Gonorrhea: What You Need to Know Today