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Safe sex ideas that raise eyebrow
Most people know that condoms prevent the spread of HIV and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Unusual campaigns to promote condom use are being launched in places where condoms are less popular. But in many parts of the world, condoms aren’t very popular. Here are five novel campaigns launched by nonprofit organizations and condom companies to […]
Histological changes in HCV antibody-positive, HCV RNA-negative subjects suggest persistent virus infection
Abstract: It is unclear whether hepatitis C virus (HCV) has been eradicated or persists at a low level in HCV antibody-positive HCV RNA-negative individuals. The natural history and liver histology are not well characterized. One hundred seventy-two HCV antibody-positive, serum HCV RNA-negative patients underwent diagnostic liver biopsy between 1992 and 2000 and were followed a […]
Cold Sores: Home Remedies
Cold sore is troublesome and has the potential to irritate a person beyond limits. Although, there are many medications available in market for curing cold sore, it usually takes a long time to get cured completely. There are many home remedies available to cure the cold sore and can be used at the preliminary stage […]
Pro-medics.com Announces the Addition of the Prescription Medication Generic Valtrex
Pro-medics.com, the online pharmaceutical company, announced their sales addition of the new herpes medication, Generic Valtrex. This innovative drug treatment has just recently become FDA approved for the prevention and treatment of Genital Herpes. Valtrex is an anti-viral medication that has been medically proven to treat both cold sores and shingles, as well as shorten […]
Global Fund Increases AIDS, Tuberculosis And Malaria Prevention And Treatment Measures By 30-50% Over One YearGlobal Fund Increases AIDS, Tuberculosis
Today the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria announced its latest prevention and treatment numbers, noting in particular that Global Fund-financed programs have put 2.3 million people on treatment for HIV/AIDS, 5.4 million people have been treated for tuberculosis, and 88 million insecticide-treated nets have been distributed to prevent malaria infection. In addition, […]
Keepings teens safe from HIV
When it comes to HIV/AIDS the mantra has always been: get tested. But some doctors warn that sometimes a negative test can give a false sense of security to both doctors and patients, particularly for risk-taking teenagers, said Dr. Allison Agwu, a pediatric infectious disease specialist at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. Rapid HIV tests are […]
Chicago Public Schools to test teens for STDs
With Cook County boasting the dubious distinction of first in the nation in reported cases of gonorrhea — and second in reported chlamydia cases — the Chicago Public Schools will begin testing teens, who represent 60 percent of new reports. Approved by the Board of Education this week, the pilot education, testing and treatment program […]
Patients and Hospitals Shunning HIV Testing
Emergency room patients who are most at risk for HIV are opting out of HIV testing at a huge rate amid a hospital atmosphere cold to such testing. Hospital personnel view it as too time-consuming, and insurers are reluctant to reimburse hospitals for their test-related expenses. In 2006, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]
Got unhappy STD news? Break it with an e-card
Breaking up over e-mail is a social no-no. But sending an e-card telling someone to get tested for STDs may be a public health courtesy. Since 2004, a free Web site, inSpot.org has allowed users to anonymously notify their partners to get tested for STDs such as HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia and syphilis. “It’s not like […]
THT Launches New Campaign Encouraging Gay Men To ‘THIVK – Test – Take Control
In a bid to reduce dangerous levels of undiagnosed HIV among gay men, Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) is launching a new campaign encouraging men to take control of their sexual health by regularly testing for HIV. The campaign ‘THIVK – Test – Take Control’ will be run through a stand-alone website (http://www.thinkHIV.co.uk), adverts in gay […]
